Senator Edward M. Kennedy of Massachusetts,
a son of one of the most storied families in American politics, a man who knew triumph and tragedy in near-equal measure and who will be remembered as one of the most effective lawmakers in the history of the Senate, died late Tuesday night. He was 77. New York Times - Aug. 26, 2009
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/08/27/us/politics/27kennedy.html

Obama Offers Tribute to ‘a Great Leader’
President Obama praised the life of Senator Edward M. Kennedy, whose endorsement during the epic Democratic presidential primary of 2008 provided a critical lift to Mr. Obama’s candidacy. President Obama said, "Even as he waged a valiant struggle with a mortal illness, I've profited as president from his encouragement and wisdom." New York Times - Aug. 26, 2009
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/08/27/us/politics/27obama.html

Allies and Adversaries React to Kennedy’s Death
Senator Edward M. Kennedy was remembered for shaping laws that touched on everything from education and civil rights to Medicare and Social Security. New York Times - August 27, 2009
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/08/27/us/27react.html