Roll Call: Kennedy Steals the Show at White House

From Roll Call: Sen. Edward Kennedy (D-Mass.) on Thursday made a dramatic appearance at the conclusion of President Barack Obama’s White House health care conference, delivering brief remarks on an issue he has come to symbolize during his many years in the Senate battling for wider health coverage.

Kennedy, who has brain cancer, stood as he spoke in the East Room and delivered extemporaneous remarks without notes. Sounding firm, though in a tone that was perhaps a bit more wan than is customary, Kennedy promised to be part of Obama’s effort.

“I join with all of those who feel that now is the time for action,” Kennedy said. “I’m looking forward to being a foot soldier in this undertaking, and this time we will not fail.”

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