Pelosi Names Congressman Joseph Kennedy III to JFK Centennial Commission

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi today named Congressman Joseph Kennedy III of Massachusetts to serve on the John F. Kennedy Centennial Commission charged with planning, developing, and carrying out activities to honor President Kennedy on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of his birth in 2017.

"President Kennedy's commitment to equality, to innovation and to peace transformed America.  To this day, JFK's legacy of leadership continues to guide our nation and inspire the world," said Leader Pelosi.  "We are especially proud to have Congressman Joe Kennedy III carrying forward his family's bold legacy of service, writing his own chapter of leadership for America's hard-working families in the House.  As we prepare to mark the centennial of JFK's birth, the commission will benefit immensely from Congressman Kennedy's intimate understanding of President Kennedy's enduring contributions to America."