Article: Kirk reports wealth of assets; Interim senator discloses finances.(NEWS)

Byline: Jessica Leving

WASHINGTON - Sen. Paul G. Kirk Jr., D-Mass., is a rich man.

According to his financial disclosure report, filed Oct. 23 with the Senate Office of Public Records, Mr. Kirk has publicly traded assets worth between $2.74 million and $5.98 million - and that's not including his house, car or annual income: From Jan. 1, 2008, to Oct. 22, 2009, Mr. Kirk reported earned income totaling $349,187.50.

Mr. Kirk, who was sworn in as interim senator on Sept. 25 to replace the late Edward M. Kennedy, was required to file his report within 30 days of assuming office. Assets listed on the report are valued within a range. For example, Mr. ...

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