Saturday, August 29, 2009

Details of President Obama’s eulogy of Senator Kennedy

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Deputy Press Secretary Bill Burton says that the eulogy President Obama will deliver at Senator Kennedy's funeral mass later this morning, "will be a personal message from the President about Senator Kennedy's impact as a friend, legislator, mentor, colleague and family member on those around him and our entire nation."

The President has, according to a senior official, consulted with top political adviser David Axelrod. He has also worked with his speech writing team, led by Jon Favreau. Assisting was former Kennedy staffer and WH speech writer Cody Keenan.

Senator Kennedy's funeral mass will take place at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Basilica in Boston at 1030a.m. Watch Fox News Channel for full coverage.

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