Caroline Kennedy had spoken publicly about her desire for Clinton 's Senate seat . Before this year , Caroline Kennedy 's forays into the public sphere were generally limited to nonpartisan activity , penning books on civil liberties and serving as the de facto guardian of her father 's legacy . Rep . David Paterson is charged with appointing replacement until special election . Kennedy is the granddaughter of former President John F. Kennedy .
Caroline Kennedy had spoken publicly about her desire for Clinton 's Senate seat . Rep . David Paterson is charged with appointing replacement until special election . Kennedy is the granddaughter of former President John F. Kennedy .