"I feel that my father's greatest legacy was the people he inspired to get involved in public service and their communities, to join the Peace Corps, to go into space. And really that generation transformed this country in civil rights, social justice, the economy and everything."

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Source: Kennedy says 9/11, Obama led her to public service by Larry Neumeister, www.foxnews.com. December 26, 2008.

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Caroline Kennedy

Author, Attorney

Caroline Kennedy is an author, attorney, and diplomat, known for her advocacy in education and public service, reflecting her family's legacy.

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