Joe Kennedy Says Hugo Chavez Cared About The Poor

Former U.S. Rep. Joseph Kennedy II is mourning the death of Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez, saying he cared deeply about the poor.
Kennedy, who heads Citizens Energy, said Chavez and the people of Venezuela donated about 200 million gallons of heating oil to Citizens Energy, which distributes oil to lower income families in 25 states and Washington D.C.
The program offers 100 gallons of free oil per family. Kennedy said nearly two million people in the United States received the assistance thanks to Chavez.

Kennedy said Chavez cared about the poor at a time when ``some of the wealthiest people on our planet have more money than they can ever reasonably expect to spend.''

Kennedy, a nephew of President John F. Kennedy, said his prayers go to Chavez's family and the Venezuelan people.  (Associated Press)