Appendix D Staff Responsibilities and Duties The commander's staff must function as a single, cohesive unit-a professional team. Effective staff members know their respective responsibilities and duties. They are also familiar with the responsibilities and duties of other staff members.
On September 14, 2011, Warren declared her intention to run for the Democratic nomination for the 2012 election in Massachusetts for the U.S. Senate. The seat had been won by Republican Scott Brown in a 2010 special election after the death of Ted Kennedy.
Elizabeth Warren, of course, carries the most Kennedy-like markers; she actually occupies the Senate seat held for 47 years by Ted Kennedy. She also considers herself his rightful heir, having defeated usurper Scott Brown. She inspires liberals with gutsy rhetoric, even if it lacks a Kennedy-like elevation.