Remembering former Sen. Joe Lieberman, who died at 82

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Published 2024-03-28
Former U.S. Sen. Joe Lieberman of Connecticut, who nearly won the vice presidency on the Democratic ticket with Al Gore in the disputed 2000 election and who almost became Republican John McCain's running mate eight years later, has died, according to a statement issued by his family.

Lieberman died in New York City on Wednesday due to complications from a fall, the statement said. He was 82.

The Democrat-turned-independent was never shy about veering from the party line.

Lieberman's independent streak and especially his needling of Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama during the 2008 presidential contest rankled many Democrats, the party he aligned with in the Senate. Yet his support for gay rights, civil rights, abortion rights and environmental causes at times won him the praise of many liberals over the years.

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All Comments (21)
  • @darshanr2369
    I’m glad we had this “remembrance” of him, just so I can recall how worthy of forgetting he was.
  • @Crowhillgal
    Oh, i remember Joe Lieberman. I remember his arrogance and backstabbing ways. RIP!
  • @RiggsBF
    He tried to ban violent video games back in the 1990s but settled on a rating system.
  • @Locutus_lives
    Prayers for his families and his soul that is now in trouble. Congratulations to any citizen who was affected by this terrible mans policies.
  • @ReRiderChi
    He was just criticizing democrats in the senate and boom he's "fallen"
  • @vicky-nq4tx
    He was a good man. I voted for him... Im a registered independent, thanks to Mr. Lieberman. He was a good and honest human being. My sincere condolences to his family, you are in my prayers. 🙏
  • @rosemarechanging9805
    If John McCain had run with Lieberman as VP instead of Sarah Palin, Lieberman would have been V.P.. In my opinion.
  • @gregdickerson9381
    There's a special suburb in Hell for him. He might even be neighbors with Pat Robertson . Of course, he can't have the BIG house... THAT'S saved for Trump and family!!!
  • @docadams7099
    Farewell to a decent American. Rest in Peace, Sir.
  • @jtdollarfitness3048
    Why what happened now did Joe Biden Give him a Shout out and a chance to be his running mate?