Ethel Kennedy, Matriarch of the Kennedys, Dies at 96

Ethel Kennedy, the matriarch of the famed Kennedy family, passed away on Thursday at the age of 96. A widow of the slain Senator Robert F. Kennedy, she endured immense personal tragedy but channeled her grief into raising her 11 children and advocating for social justice. Kennedy’s legacy is marked by her unwavering commitment to human rights and her enduring spirit in the face of adversity. She leaves behind a large family and a nation that continues to be inspired by her resilience and compassion.