If you thought the US elections was all about individuals, think again - its turned into a clash of the families after Sen. Edward Kennedy has come out
in support of Sen. Barack Obama through an endorsement. However, the Kennedys considered to be equidistant as far as both Obama and Clinton are concerned, tilted the Obama way only because of his
Obama for Change campaign, which seems to have struck a massive chord with the average youth of the USA.
Mr. Kennedy, of Massachusetts, has worked closely with Mrs. Clinton, of New York, on health care and other legislation and has had a friendly relationship with both Clintons, but associates said he was intrigued by Mr. Obama’s seeming ability to inspire political interest in a new generation. For his part, Mr. Obama actively courted Mr. Kennedy for several years, seeking him out for Senate advice and guidance before making the decision to enter the presidential race. [read more]
Another public support for Obama from the Kennedys comes through in one of the most influential newspapers in the US and more importantly, one of the most-read pages - A fantastic Op-Ed piece by JFK's daughter Caroline Kennedy -
"A President like my Father".
This is getting very interesting. And whoever thought dynastic politics happen only in India and Pakistan ?
