May 17, 2008
Posted: 11:37 AM ET

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Sen. Kennedy, D-Massachusetts.
Sen. Kennedy, D-Massachusetts.

(CNN) — Sen. Edward Kennedy was hospitalized in Boston, Massachusetts, after suffering an apparent seizure Saturday morning, his family said.

"He is undergoing a battery of tests at Massachusetts General Hospital to determine the cause of the seizure. Sen. Kennedy is resting comfortably, and it is unlikely we will know anything more for the next 48 hours," a statement from his office said.

Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid said Saturday he spoke to the wife of the Massachussetts Democrat, Vicki, and that she told him that her husband is going to be fine.

"Everyone knows he is a strong fighter," Reid said, speaking at the Nevada state Democratic Party convention.

Kennedy was transferred to Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston for evaluation after initial treatment at Cape Cod Hospital, an earlier statement from his office said.

The senator spent less than an hour in the Cape Cod facility, hospital spokesman David Reilly said.

Earlier, a well-informed Democratic source in Massachusetts said the 76-year-old senator had "symptoms of a stroke" at the Kennedy family compound in Hyannis Port.

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Kiah   May 17th, 2008 4:35 pm ET

Get well soon Sen Kennedy! My thoughts and prayers go out to the first family in the Democratic party!

Obama '08

Peter   May 17th, 2008 4:34 pm ET

May the good God heal you speedily in Jesus name, Amen.

Montana is Obama Country   May 17th, 2008 4:32 pm ET

Well wishes for a speedy recovery to you Mr. Kennedy..

Brad IL.   May 17th, 2008 4:32 pm ET

Just a shame he didn't go and join his brothers. Maybe he wants to wait till he screws this country up by supporting a retard for the Presidential candidate. If we can't have Hillary , then we really need John McCain. No Obama what a joke!

marilyn MD   May 17th, 2008 4:26 pm ET

I love ted kennedy, and will say a prayer for him and his love ones. God speed.

Nils Sanborn   May 17th, 2008 4:25 pm ET

I just love how Fox and also the MSM have gone way out of their way to paint the Senator as a "up-standing" guy when we all know he lacked spine with MJK, is a common adulterer, a drunk, completely partisian and finally an outright elitist!

But what do I really think?

A.J. in Fla   May 17th, 2008 4:24 pm ET

Senator Kennedy

Best wishes for your full recovery …!!!!

Randy Hurst San Francisco, California 94121   May 17th, 2008 4:20 pm ET

A true patriot. Get well soon, sir.

Scrapiron   May 17th, 2008 4:18 pm ET

Just ran low on scotch. Rapid ETOH in the blood drop.

Terri   May 17th, 2008 4:17 pm ET

I CAN NOT FEEL SORRY FOR OBAMA'S PUPPET MASTER

John   May 17th, 2008 4:17 pm ET

At least he got to the hospital…. More then can be said for the babysitter he left in the lake….

Anonymous   May 17th, 2008 4:11 pm ET

GOOD, one less piece of ka-ka…..

Bubba   May 17th, 2008 4:10 pm ET

I guess his taste for Mad Dog 20/20 caught up with him.

Dancindukes   May 17th, 2008 4:09 pm ET

Best wishes for a speedy and complete recovery to Sen. Kennedy.

gq tha teacha   May 17th, 2008 4:06 pm ET

my praises goes out to u senator.ted kennedy!!!!

Whats up with that?   May 17th, 2008 4:04 pm ET

It seems odd that bad things keep happening to Obama supporters! Twice now after he won caucuses either the next day or the day after there were tornandos in those states. Don't believe me look it up!

alice2Fresno,CA   May 17th, 2008 4:02 pm ET

My prayers & good thoughts go out to the Kennedy Family. I sincerely hope Ted Kennedy recovers & back in the public eye soon. I Love the Kennedy Family.

Charlotte   May 17th, 2008 4:01 pm ET

Alcohol related???

boston   May 17th, 2008 4:01 pm ET

——–sir, please, get well soon, —-

The Truth   May 17th, 2008 3:55 pm ET

I have had a great admiration for the Kennedy family and wish Ted well in his recovery. I wondered why he supported O bomb us and now know he wasn't thinking too clearly. Hopefully he will recover, regain his senses and come to the conclusion to support Hillary.

So is it Teddy or Eddy?   May 17th, 2008 3:52 pm ET

Hmmm….

Maybe its Tedward…

fr: Canada   May 17th, 2008 3:50 pm ET

I just want to let the Kennedy family know that we are thinking of them and hope Mr. Kennedy will be ok and may God be with him And God Bless him.

Vera

Bob from Pensylvannia   May 17th, 2008 3:49 pm ET

I pray for Ted's quick recovery. Ted is a wonderful senator, who accomplished a lot over his long political career. His timely endorsement of Barack Obama shows just how developed his instinct is and how he holds out for the good aspiration of the American People.

Heshouldahelped Kopeckne   May 17th, 2008 3:47 pm ET

Today, Kennedy had what he had at Chappaquidick……………………………………………………A good stroke.

Ray   May 17th, 2008 3:33 pm ET

I hope Senator Kennedy gets well soon. We love you and appreciate your service to this country. All the best Edwardo.

Ohio-Jan   May 17th, 2008 3:33 pm ET

We all send our thoughts and prayers to all of Sen. Kennedy's family, friends, colleagues, & supporters for his speedy & complete recovery! Capitol Hill won't be the same until The Great Liberal Lion returns!

Sen. Kennedy know that your are greatly loved, respected, & admired for all the Kennedy Family has done for the Regular Joe (& Jane)!

Get well & return to D.C. soon!

Sincerely,
The People of United States of America!

Stefan Koriujds   May 17th, 2008 3:30 pm ET

A seizure in a man of his age can be boiled down to 2 things: Stroke or a tumor. It could be metabolic also and in Ted's case, alcohol withdrawal but most likely it's a stroke or a tumor and probably metastatic at that.

mik   May 17th, 2008 3:30 pm ET

Give Ted more Liquor,He going to get well

pam Eugene OR   May 17th, 2008 3:28 pm ET

God speed a quick recovery to the wonderful man.

Mike Bliss   May 17th, 2008 3:26 pm ET

Let's hope he has a speedy and full recovery.

dblis   May 17th, 2008 3:26 pm ET

Well wishes and heartfelt prayers go out to Senator Kennedy and his family.

Jane   May 17th, 2008 3:22 pm ET

Our best wishes for a full recovery go to Sen. Kennedy. And I will add that it is absolutely shameful how the news media called on Bill Schneider to use this event to air what amounted to another free ad for Barack Obama.

Helen, NY   May 17th, 2008 3:16 pm ET

I wish him well but in politics, this guy is useless, far liberal. It is better for him to retire. I am sure CNN will give lot of publicity for these liberals

Lynn   May 17th, 2008 3:14 pm ET

This is a DAM shame for kennedy to FAKE getting sick just so the worthless media can spend all today PUMPPING obama up. obama is about the worse person in the us for president, and cnn is in the toliet for obama, and they will not post this, so whats new.

stanjz   May 17th, 2008 3:12 pm ET

Barack's supporters are praying for your recovery.

kathe oakland, california   May 17th, 2008 3:07 pm ET

MY PRAYERS go out to the Great Senator and his family. He is a solid, and probably the Best America has in terms of fighting the fight for this country.
God Bless you Senator

Zeka-jones - Canada   May 17th, 2008 3:07 pm ET

May God be with you Ungle Teddy

Ed, Santa Fe, NM   May 17th, 2008 3:05 pm ET

god speed, Mr. Kennedy….

Ilona Proud Canadian   May 17th, 2008 3:03 pm ET

Sen. Kennedy,

Please get well soon. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Mccain Supporter   May 17th, 2008 3:02 pm ET

Kennedy just trying to get obama's foot out of his mouth over his cut and run policies in Iraq.

Barack Hussein Obama doesn't seem to be able to handle criticism. Ahbenanutjob of Iran understands only one thing and that is superior force. Obama is an amateur on the world stage and his cut and run attitude about Iraq is playing into the hands of our enemies. Bubba's wife Hillary will say anything and do anything in order to gain power. She now wants to change the rules in Michigan and Florida.

WhoCares   May 17th, 2008 2:59 pm ET

WHO cares what happens to this bloated pig? If you drink as much as he does this is inevitable. This guy is a crook and a thug. He should be in prison. Please don't waste valuable space on the blogoshpere by talking about this guy's health. There are thousands in Burma and China that need coverage. One less Kennedy in general and Ted in particular could solve Ethiopia's hunger problem by saving the amount of food that Ted alone eats………..

upset voter   May 17th, 2008 2:48 pm ET

my thoughts and prayers are with you Sen. Kennedy.

quan   May 17th, 2008 2:46 pm ET

Unfortunately for the DEMS….it is people like Kennedy that put them in a bind…. they cannot afford NOT have BHO be the nominee 'cos he is seen as having the delegates lead (but still cannot close the deal)…..however in popular vote and electoral vote (the kind that will be used in the NOV), HRC is the most electable …. I guess they call it the "Kennedy curse".

Anonymous   May 17th, 2008 2:45 pm ET

My heart and prayers go out to Ted and his family. I hope for a speedy recovery.

Nat Apir   May 17th, 2008 2:45 pm ET

I wish Senator Kennedy Speedy recovery.
Best Wishes always to the Kennedy Family.

God Bless America   May 17th, 2008 2:44 pm ET

GET WELL SOON!!!!!

WE NEED YOU AND WANT YOU TO BE AROUND FOR JAN.20, 2009!!!

THE GIVING OF YOUR BROTHERS LIVES FOR THIS COUNTRY WILL NOT GO IN VAIN.

GOD BLESS TED KENNEDY AND THE FAMILY.

TOOTIE 05   May 17th, 2008 2:43 pm ET

Maybe God is trying to tell him "You should have stuck withHillary"

JOHN   May 17th, 2008 2:41 pm ET

MY PRAYERS ARE WITH THE SENATOR KENNEDY A CHAMPION FOR THE PEOPLE, WE NEED YOUR VOICE SENATOR, GOD BLESS.

r williams   May 17th, 2008 2:33 pm ET

Hang in the Senator Kennedy. We are praying for your quick recovery.

You and your family are nuggets of the American history.

God bless your health.

Resisdents of Capitol Hill

anonymous   May 17th, 2008 2:31 pm ET

Something really scary came out of the Oblah-blah-blah closet!

Yola   May 17th, 2008 2:28 pm ET

My thoughts and prayers to Senator Kennedy.

right   May 17th, 2008 2:25 pm ET

Karma.
Obama?

PA Hick Chick   May 17th, 2008 2:24 pm ET

Teddy probably saw the latest Michelle Obama pulpit video.

Keyon   May 17th, 2008 2:22 pm ET

Thank you Jesus! He's doing well. I'm praying for you and family.

Dr. Right   May 17th, 2008 2:21 pm ET

After a battery of test doctors found out that what was originally thought to be a seizure was not. The simple fact is that Sen. Kennedy realized who he was supporting for president and simply freaked out!!

Yes you can but who wants too??

Experience for 08′

yayel75   May 17th, 2008 2:21 pm ET

No one can stop Barack………Hey …..dont even try it…

KPowell   May 17th, 2008 2:20 pm ET

God Bless!!! I pray you have a quick recovery Senator.

Emmanuel Denis   May 17th, 2008 2:19 pm ET

May God bless E.kennedy

Stacy Clarks, TX   May 17th, 2008 2:18 pm ET

MY PRAYERS ARE WITH THE KENNEDYS!!!!!

Jewish Women for Obama   May 17th, 2008 2:18 pm ET

I hope he gets better… Definitely one of my favorite politicians in Washington!

Our Prayers Are With Him   May 17th, 2008 2:15 pm ET

May God look down on Kennedy and his family during his time of illness. He is a great leader to all Americans from all walks of life and has served his country extremely well.

Get well soon Ted, we need you in '08 to fight for Obama.

Mari   May 17th, 2008 2:09 pm ET

Our hearts go out to the Kennedy family. We'll keep him all in our prayers!

J Williamson   May 17th, 2008 2:08 pm ET

I wish Sen. Kennedy a full and speedy recovery. I'm guessing that he still works incredibly long hours and he really needs to slow it down a notch - he's 76 now - and I believe he can still remain a very effective senator for many years to come, if he so chooses. Robt. Byrd is past 90 and still going strong.

Texas Trail Dog   May 17th, 2008 2:04 pm ET

IT'S HECK WHEN NATURE HAS TO MAKE JUSTICE HAPPEN. FINALLY THE KOPECKNE LADY CAN REST.

Trenton Sims, Los Angeles   May 17th, 2008 2:02 pm ET

God's Speed Mr. Senator. Get well soon. :)

ojay   May 17th, 2008 2:01 pm ET

What? Is this news here? Let's focus only on politics! Go Obama! He supported him already what more….

CNN please stop posting stories like this. I understand he is sick but Mr Obama needs your help and support.

L MIAMI FLORIDA   May 17th, 2008 2:01 pm ET

OH! MY GOD ,

PERHAPS MR. KENNEDY LEARNED ABOUT THE LARRY SINCLA VS
BARACK OBAMA GAY SEX AND CRACK =FEDERAL FREEDOM OF SPEECH LAWSUIT !

LARRY SINCLAIR BLOG

Sandy   May 17th, 2008 2:01 pm ET

Bless You Mr. Kennedy, stay strong.

eam   May 17th, 2008 2:01 pm ET

THE END of FAMILY RULE IN AMERICA ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !

MD   May 17th, 2008 1:59 pm ET

Maybe he can use the same docter from Chappaquidic.

Richard   May 17th, 2008 1:56 pm ET

Many prayers are going out for you Ted,.. hang in there !

Robert   May 17th, 2008 1:54 pm ET

Politically I am not a fan of yours, but personally I hope you are doing fine and you recover quickly.

Craig   May 17th, 2008 1:53 pm ET

It is a poor choice on CNN's part to allow comments on a story like this. You're likely to see Republican operatives posing as hateful Clinton fans and leaving insensitive remarks.

It is a known fact that Republican groups organize efforts such as this to divide the Dems. How about if CNN doesn't allow itself to become a breeding ground for such foul play and ignorance?

girl texas   May 17th, 2008 1:52 pm ET

The sign says it all…karma.

marymary4868   May 17th, 2008 1:51 pm ET

Get well for us soon Ted, an old fan

Lisa Salt Lake City, Utah   May 17th, 2008 1:47 pm ET

I hope he has a speedy recovery - our prayers are with you.

ojay   May 17th, 2008 1:46 pm ET

Who cares!

Greg   May 17th, 2008 1:45 pm ET

Our thoughts are with the Kennedy Family. We hope he will be OK. The Kennedy family is The USA. This family has given it's life's blood to this country. Camelot is alive and well.

Desmond Sequeira   May 17th, 2008 1:42 pm ET

PEACE TO THE KENNEDY FAMILY AND GOOD WISHES FOR A COMPLETE RECOVERY FOR TED KENNEDY

Yakima   May 17th, 2008 1:42 pm ET

Senator Kennedy our prays are with you. Can't wait to see you back working again.

Mark   May 17th, 2008 1:37 pm ET

Maybe he got stressed out when Hillary won big in Pa. and WV.
A lot of men do not want a woman president. Too bad. I for one thank
that Hillary is the only one that can beat McCain.

Sylvia Johnsen   May 17th, 2008 1:37 pm ET

You are a fighter Ted Kennedy, in 1980 you proved it when you took your huge delegate shortage to the convention. The Obama camp drives on in excellent shape, no doubt benefiting from your excellent advice and participation. But Hillary is not going away, why should she? Since the Wright-thing Obama lost all of the close demographic primary elections and many voters still have to say who they like. Voters are keeping Hillary in this election, and your Obama supporters are in for a fight. Please, stay healthy in the midst of this: Remember in the heat of this battle of willpower, you are basically on the same team. Beating republicans are the ultimate goal.

girrlgil, sanfrancisco   May 17th, 2008 1:36 pm ET

My prayers with him.

Sharon Minnesota   May 17th, 2008 1:35 pm ET

I shouldn't comment on what I really think here. Sen. Kennedy would have been better off not speaking out at all in this election.

Hillary   May 17th, 2008 1:32 pm ET

May God deliver him.

He is just about as old as McCain!

darren   May 17th, 2008 1:30 pm ET

Will keep you in our prayers.

Neutral   May 17th, 2008 1:30 pm ET

Too much drinking, too much womanizing will get you sooner or later.

Tina   May 17th, 2008 1:29 pm ET

I've been listening to television reports regarding this ongoing story and I've learned a lot of things I didn't know about Sen. Kennedy. Although he is a liberal, he counts a number of conservatives as friends, such as Cal Thomas, who told a wonderful story of how their (seemingly impossible) friendship began. He's considered one of the work horses of the Senate who will work across the aisle to get things done. If only the younger senators would pick up on this instead of fostering so much hostility.
My thoughts and prayers are with the senator and his family.

kevin   May 17th, 2008 1:29 pm ET

I sincerely hope that Sen. Kennedy will be fine. Sen. Kennedy is more than just an icon. He has given more of his time and energy to helping the american people than any Senator, as has his brothers before him. He has devoted his life to keeping the american dream alive . He has stopped this country from becoming just another totalitarian government. Without his unwavering committment to the rights and freedoms of all americans, we would not be the great country we are now. Our family joins with millions of others in wishing him a strong recovery. May God bless you Ted!!!

Peachy Keen   May 17th, 2008 1:28 pm ET

Ouf prayers go out to this dedicated public servant. We wish him only the best.

Steve From Oregon   May 17th, 2008 1:28 pm ET

The Kennedy clan has weathered their share of negative incidents, however they have served their country well. I wish Sen. Kennedy a speedy recovery, and to his family, I wish comfort and peace. What will be, will be.

Curious_One   May 17th, 2008 1:27 pm ET

Here they go getting rid of Barack Obama"s essential supporters in order to cripple Obama's campaign going into the primary elections. Who's next to disappear, be threatened, have an "accident", die conveniently before the final election. History has a way of repeating itself.

Good Grief   May 17th, 2008 1:26 pm ET

Get well, Teddy.

ww-NewYork   May 17th, 2008 1:25 pm ET

My thoughts and prayers are with Ted and his entire family and friends.

Brenda   May 17th, 2008 1:19 pm ET

Sen. Kennedy, our prayers are with you and may God ensure a speedy recovery. You are truly an icon in politics and have been very influential across the United States of America. You still have a great deal to do in the Senate. May God bless.

Dan, MA   May 17th, 2008 1:17 pm ET

Ach, sad to hear this news. Hope he makes a speedy recovery.

christine   May 17th, 2008 1:16 pm ET

Sen. Ted is in my prayers and I believe that the God almighty is in control. I encourage the family to be strong.

woman from south   May 17th, 2008 1:15 pm ET

Hope you get better soon Mr. Kennedy we need you.

Daniel   May 17th, 2008 1:15 pm ET

I'm sure the thoughts of prayers of many people here in the UK are with Senator Kennedy and his family. I'm hoping and wishing him a speedy recovery.

ogle jibs   May 17th, 2008 1:15 pm ET

this is a giant in american politics and all our thoughts and prayers with this legendary family

Slowpoke   May 17th, 2008 1:12 pm ET

I hope he makes it. He's a good guy.

Bridgette - PA   May 17th, 2008 1:09 pm ET

He is in my prayers. I know that God will pull him through!

Venus   May 17th, 2008 1:08 pm ET

Get well Ted! Prayers are with you and your family!

We still need you!

Chris Banner   May 17th, 2008 1:08 pm ET

Get well soon Senator, all our thoughts are with you

Mike   May 17th, 2008 1:05 pm ET

Get well Ted!

Hillary 08

NickNas   May 17th, 2008 1:04 pm ET

All our thoughts are for a quick recovery. Prayers sent.

Claude, Calgary Canada   May 17th, 2008 12:57 pm ET

This is a man well respected around the world. We are praying for you and know you are in our thought. You can't leave now history is being made and Senator Kennedy is a large reason Democrates are in this race.

Sherry in KY   May 17th, 2008 12:56 pm ET

I am in tears. My thoughts and prayers are with the Kennedy family.

jo   May 17th, 2008 12:55 pm ET

Get well soon sir. we really need you around.

Casey   May 17th, 2008 12:55 pm ET

We wish Sen. Edward Kennedy is speedy recovery.

MN Independent   May 17th, 2008 12:54 pm ET

I hope he gets well soon. He seems like a really good guy.

Joe Kinlan   May 17th, 2008 12:53 pm ET

Thoughts with the Senator and his family

niiamon   May 17th, 2008 12:52 pm ET

Hope and Wish you all the best….. Get well soon

Paul   May 17th, 2008 12:52 pm ET

Good luck and best wishes, Ted.

DEE, MO   May 17th, 2008 12:51 pm ET

God speed Mr. Kennedy.

Bill in Illinois   May 17th, 2008 12:49 pm ET

Whether you agree with Senator Kennedy or not he is a man to be admired. He has given of himself in service to his state and country for many years.

I for one wish him all the best and hope that this proves to be not serious and that he has a quick and recovery.

rose, texas   May 17th, 2008 12:48 pm ET

don't wish this man bad, but have no respect 4 him.

Steven Furtado, Kunkletown PA   May 17th, 2008 12:46 pm ET

My heart and thoughts are for Senator Kennedy's family and friends. I hope he makes a swift and complete recovery.

Sha hoover   May 17th, 2008 12:42 pm ET

thanx for lets Us know about him..with love and deep Respect to Senator Kennedy and his familly..i trully love and Admire one of true leader of the American politik, senator kennedy achieve a Goal few politicians can"t Achieve..he is an Icon, he is legendary..he Stand Proof..im Sure in the name of God he will be Alright..i wish he and his familly all the best, we waiting to see him soon back..from Shaiiwn in the Netherland (Amsterdam)

Kandice   May 17th, 2008 12:41 pm ET

Our thoughts and prayers with Ted
Obama 08

Adam C   May 17th, 2008 12:40 pm ET

Gold Bless! We need this man to for campaign for Obama.

Doris Babst   May 17th, 2008 12:39 pm ET

I do hope Ted Kennedy will be all right. He is such a wonderful man. And has done a great service to our country.

Dee Fl.

Darcy   May 17th, 2008 12:39 pm ET

Hoping for a speedy recovery for Senator Kennedy.

Marc   May 17th, 2008 12:38 pm ET

We all wish you well Sen. Kennedy!

Obama/Kennedy 08

CA for Obama   May 17th, 2008 12:38 pm ET

Let's not think about politics right now. Sen. Kennedy you are in OUR prayers. Please have a speedy recovery. I appreciate all the work you have done for so many people over the years. Please relax more and take it easy. You have done your share. Caroline, please stay strong. You are a true role model for many women. I wish the family my best.

Jim   May 17th, 2008 12:37 pm ET

I may not care for the man's politics but I do hope that he pulls through this. No one should wish ill on another person.

James   May 17th, 2008 12:37 pm ET

I am not a fan of Ted Kennedy, but I wish him a speedy recovery.

By the way, a certain AM radio talk show host is already starting with the jokes about that Kennedy "probably fell down drunk". I am so sick and tired of these boorish, loudmouthed, crude, talk show hosts and their
frat boy approach to the world. They all sound like 14 year old boys smart mouthing. I don't know how anybody with any intelligence can't see through their shallow little acts.

bobbie delcambrel;'   May 17th, 2008 12:35 pm ET

My prayers go out for Senator Kennedy.
May the grace of God be with you and bring you
throug this illness and bring you back to all the people who love you dearly.

GOD BE WITH YOU NOW AND FOR EVER"

Boston for Obama   May 17th, 2008 12:35 pm ET

Our prayers are with Senator Kennedy and His family.

Eleanor   May 17th, 2008 12:30 pm ET

prayers and well wishes for Senator Kennedy
hope he has a speedy recovery

Shay   May 17th, 2008 12:30 pm ET

I am praying for him.

Yes We Can   May 17th, 2008 12:28 pm ET

May God Bless Ted Kennedy with a full recovery. Our prayers are with you and your entire family.

Operation Iraqi Freedom Veteran   May 17th, 2008 12:28 pm ET

My heart goes out to Sen. Kennedy and his family.
I wish him a speedy recovery.

Obama 2008

PAT FOR OBAMA   May 17th, 2008 12:28 pm ET

WE LOVE YOU KENNEDY.
WE ARE PRAYING FOR YOU.
GET WELL SOON.
OBAMA AND HIS SUPPORTERS NEED YOU AROUND.

Yvonne   May 17th, 2008 12:28 pm ET

We pray for complete healing and restoration for Senator Kennedy. May he live long and healthy to see Obama serve both his terms as President. In Jesus Name.

Viva Obama 08   May 17th, 2008 12:28 pm ET

I hope he get better soon. May God be wuth him.

Dylan   May 17th, 2008 12:27 pm ET

If anyone in the Democratic party deserved to be called a "fighter" it's Ted Kennedy.

I wish him a full and speedy recovery. Get well, Ted!

Kathy   May 17th, 2008 12:26 pm ET

My prayers are with the Kennedy's.

Lisa   May 17th, 2008 12:24 pm ET

You are in our prayers Ted!

James in Ohio   May 17th, 2008 12:24 pm ET

I do hope Sen. Kennedy is okay, but I expect there to be a ton of Obamabots who will post claims that Sen Clinton somehow caused his illness, and that like much of their venom disgusts me!

Independent in Florida   May 17th, 2008 12:24 pm ET

Let's hope it is not serious. Life is so very unpredictable.

Patrick Peavy Plano,TX   May 17th, 2008 12:23 pm ET

They would not confirm or deny he was there because through a turn of fate he became locked in the trunk of a car. No one knows how it quite happened…….

God Bless America   May 17th, 2008 12:23 pm ET

OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH THE "TRUE" AMERICAN SENATOR AND THE KENNEDY FAMILY

Dems2008   May 17th, 2008 12:23 pm ET

I wish you a heatfelt and speedy recovery, Senator Kennedy!!

John in Missouri   May 17th, 2008 12:21 pm ET

God Bless you Teddy and get well soon…..We need you back in the Senate campioning the causes of the forgotten in this Great Nation.

adobea   May 17th, 2008 12:20 pm ET

Get well soon in Jesus name.

Cami   May 17th, 2008 12:20 pm ET

Sorry to hear this. I hope he has a speedy recovery and my thoughts and prayers are with the Senator and his family.

An American living in Germany   May 17th, 2008 12:18 pm ET

He may not have always made the right moves, but he did spend his life serving the country. God bless you Sen. Kennedy.

DELMARVA   May 17th, 2008 12:17 pm ET

I'll keep you in my prayers Sen. Kennedy.

Peace & blessings.

jimmy   May 17th, 2008 12:17 pm ET

get well soon we need you.

RuthieM   May 17th, 2008 12:17 pm ET

Our prayers for the speedy recovery of Senator Kennedy, and to his family.

From New York   May 17th, 2008 12:17 pm ET

Good luck to him

Obama v McCain   May 17th, 2008 12:16 pm ET

May God Bless him and his family.

Dennis   May 17th, 2008 12:15 pm ET

I have never been a fan of Senator Kennedy or his politics, but I pray for him and those dear to him. I hope he makes a full recovery.

LT for Obama   May 17th, 2008 12:14 pm ET

Godspeed to a quick recovery.

Bush, your a sick sick man   May 17th, 2008 12:13 pm ET

Get well soon.

Franky   May 17th, 2008 12:13 pm ET

God Bless Sen!

Rave   May 17th, 2008 12:12 pm ET

I hope you will recover soon. You are a good man
God Bless You

Jeanne   May 17th, 2008 12:12 pm ET

BTW, This is exactly the same type of thing that should be considered when voting for John McCain. This is why age is an issue in this election.

Robert   May 17th, 2008 12:12 pm ET

This is terrible. He is a good man.
Our prayers are with you Ted.

norvef   May 17th, 2008 12:10 pm ET

get well soon Senator Kennedy.

I will pray for your speedy recovery.

Jenny   May 17th, 2008 12:09 pm ET

Its a sad story. Sen. Kennedy, you will be in our prayers.

April in Texas   May 17th, 2008 12:09 pm ET

I am praying for Ted Kennedy and his family…

A Egal   May 17th, 2008 12:08 pm ET

May God give him speed recovery!!!!

mun   May 17th, 2008 12:08 pm ET

hope he'll be alright

Bill   May 17th, 2008 12:07 pm ET

Hang in there Teddy al the best Bill M

Brazza Diplomat   May 17th, 2008 12:07 pm ET

Keep up the fight Ed! We need you this election year. Prayers and best wishes for a full recovery.

WeLuvObama   May 17th, 2008 12:07 pm ET

We are praying for you Senator. You will pull through!

Obama '08

RJGatorEsq.   May 17th, 2008 12:05 pm ET

I am a Reagan Republican. Senator Kennedy will be in my thoughts and prayers. I hope this is a false alarm.

goawaymongers   May 17th, 2008 12:05 pm ET

Our prayers are with you Senator Kennedy.

ONOSHE   May 17th, 2008 12:04 pm ET

WE LOVE YOU!!! GET WELL SOON.

Mr Mike   May 17th, 2008 12:04 pm ET

You are in our prayers… Your years of dedicated service have help us all have better lives. May God be with you Senator Kennedy!

barackobama4prez   May 17th, 2008 12:04 pm ET

I do hope Senator Kennedy is okay! Please keep us posted.

andrew s   May 17th, 2008 12:04 pm ET

i wish you a speeded recovery senetor and i will keep you in my prayer. God bless you sir

sophia nyc   May 17th, 2008 12:04 pm ET

Get well Senator- we need you!

Tom, Boston MA   May 17th, 2008 12:03 pm ET

You are in our thoughts, Senator. we wish you all the best.

BarryHObama_08   May 17th, 2008 12:03 pm ET

My thoughts are with you and your family. You are truely one of a kind. Your family have left such a legacy, one which you still need to carry . So that said, you have to fight this with all you have because we are not ready to loose you. Obama will enter the white house and you will be right there when it happens.

Patrick Coady   May 17th, 2008 12:03 pm ET

God Bless Ted Kennedy!

Murl Reeves   May 17th, 2008 12:01 pm ET

After 40 years service in the Senate this individual along with others with long terms of service are part of the problem ,not the solution , regardless of party affiliation. Its time to step aside.

He's in Our Prayers   May 17th, 2008 12:01 pm ET

My prayers and the prayers of my family are with the Senator. God speed Mr Kenedy…

Tim   May 17th, 2008 12:01 pm ET

Our prayers are with Sen. Kennedy and the family….. I hope he can pull through this.

brian bernard   May 17th, 2008 12:00 pm ET

GET WELL SOON MY MAN WE WELL MISS YOU AGAIN GET WELL SOON

Suzana Monteiro   May 17th, 2008 12:00 pm ET

Hope Senator Kennedy will recover soon.
All best wishes and that soon he will be home.

Ron   May 17th, 2008 11:59 am ET

My prayers are with him and may he recover.

Over the Hill(ary)   May 17th, 2008 11:59 am ET

I don't care what you think about this man, or the legacy of his namesake, but everyone should take a moment to think about what this man has done as a senator, and how long he has served his country (46 years!). Please do not do him the disservice of posting any Huckabee-esque or similarly derogatory comments while this man is down, and possibly fighting for his life.

Diing in Washington   May 17th, 2008 11:58 am ET

May you get well soon Senator Kennedy!. Best wishes and God bless!

Linda   May 17th, 2008 11:58 am ET

My prayers are with Sen. Kennedy hoping he recovers very soon because we need his expertise in this Democratic race in November.

Get well soon!

Allen In North Carolina   May 17th, 2008 11:57 am ET

Best wishes to the kennedy family….

Norm   May 17th, 2008 11:57 am ET

All the best Ted, hope you make a speedy recovery!

Keith   May 17th, 2008 11:56 am ET

Get well soon Teddy

All American--->   May 17th, 2008 11:55 am ET

Oh my God. Heavenly Father, please take great care of our beloved statesman and national treasure.

Amen!

Jan From Boca Raton, Fl   May 17th, 2008 11:55 am ET

ALL PRAYERS SHOULD BE WITH KENNEDY FAMILY

Janet, Pa., via Toronto   May 17th, 2008 11:55 am ET

Our Prayers go the the Kennedy Family! May God watch over Senator Kennedy and help in his healing.

Connie, Louisville, Tn.   May 17th, 2008 11:54 am ET

I wish you well. You are a great icon.

DAN   May 17th, 2008 11:54 am ET

He's been wrong many times in his life and has lacked judgement but I hope he recovers and wish him well.

Reese   May 17th, 2008 11:52 am ET

I pray that he is OK. God be with him.

Jazzy   May 17th, 2008 11:52 am ET

Praying for the Kennedy family. God bless Senator Kennedy.

DeBoth   May 17th, 2008 11:51 am ET

This would be "Good Riddance" if this old fart died.

Sorry but that is how I feel, the world would be a better place without that guy screwing up our government

Totoro   May 17th, 2008 11:51 am ET

Wish him well, and wish him to retire. His comments about Senator Clinton were not the comments of a great man.

HOPES AND PRAYERS   May 17th, 2008 11:50 am ET

I WISH TO EXTEND MY PRAYERS AND SUPPORT TO THE KENNEDY FAMILY AND WISH THE SENATOR A SPEEDY RECOVERY.

faye, NV   May 17th, 2008 11:50 am ET

My prayers are with the Kenndy's, God speed.

Don   May 17th, 2008 11:50 am ET

God Speed; Teddy

Smitty   May 17th, 2008 11:49 am ET

Get wel Sen. Kennedy, We need you.

Obama 08   May 17th, 2008 11:49 am ET

my prayers are with him.

Crush Rush   May 17th, 2008 11:48 am ET

Even though he is way to left for me ,I wish him well.

Michelle In Philly   May 17th, 2008 11:47 am ET

My thoughts and prayers go out to Senator Kennedy and his family.

sTOpHaTiNg   May 17th, 2008 11:47 am ET

May God Bless You!!

Joseph Adewole   May 17th, 2008 11:47 am ET

'By HIS stripes, you are healled' Eddy, you will live your days in full and witness history made in United States of America; you will live to declare the works of your Lord, so you will not die now. I wish you a quick recovery.

Thomas   May 17th, 2008 11:46 am ET

Very sad news, regardless of your political views he is an icon of American politics across the world.

Carrie   May 17th, 2008 11:44 am ET

My prayers are with you Mr. Kennedy.

ellianna   May 17th, 2008 11:44 am ET

Please PRAY for Senator Kennedy!! The Kennedy family have been a mainstay in the lives of many, many Americans through decades of service in the political arena!

Veterans for Obama   May 17th, 2008 11:43 am ET

I hope and pray all is well.

b-k   May 17th, 2008 11:41 am ET

let's just pray that he has a speedy recovery whatever the circumstance. this country NEEDS ted kennedy!!!

mitchell from arkansaw   May 17th, 2008 11:40 am ET

our prayers are with you and your family.

Michael May 17   May 17th, 2008 11:39 am ET

Our prayers are with the Kennedys! We wish Sen . Kenndy all the very best and speedy recovery!

Jeanne   May 17th, 2008 11:38 am ET

I hope he's ok. He is getting up there in age. I hope it's nothing serious.

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