Patrick J. Kennedy: “Over my 15 years in public life, I felt a responsibility to speak…”

On the recordMay 4, 2006

Over my 15 years in public life, I felt a responsibility to speak honestly and openly about the challenges that I have with addiction and depression.

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Patrick J. Kennedy

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Patrick Kennedy discusses his long-standing struggles with addiction and the importance of being open about these challenges.

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