How did Bobby and Ethel's relationship differ from Jack and Jackie's? I've read somewhere that Ethel pushy and kind of insensitive but I personally don't think so - what do you think? And do you think she brought him out emotionally? If so, how?
I wouldn’t say Ethel was insensitive but she was definitely a bit more tough and rough around the edges compared to Jackie. She grew up in a family much like the Kennedys, so I would say she was a lot more like a Kennedy sister. Jackie was brought up with one younger sister in a very different environment, which probably makes her a more sensitive and emotional person. In terms of Ethel and Bobby, I think her outgoing personality gave Bobby more confidence to be more outgoing. She always supported him in campaigns and encouraged him.
