Funeral service for Joe Lieberman
Former Connecticut senator and vice presidential nominee Joe Lieberman, known for his pragmatic, independent streak, is being honored at a funeral service in Stamford, Connecticut. Lieberman, who came close to becoming the first Jewish vice president in 2000, passed away at the age of 82 from complications from a fall.
Key Points
- Lieberman was a moderate Democrat who ran as an independent to win a fourth term in the Senate
- He had a strong stance on military and national security matters
- Lieberman was involved in a centrist third-party movement called No Labels
Pros
- Lieberman was known for his pragmatic, independent streak
- He came close to becoming the first Jewish vice president in 2000
Cons
- Some groups aligned with Democrats oppose Lieberman's involvement in the centrist third-party movement