Breaking: Tim Russert Dies of Heart Attack
Fri, Jun 13, 2008 at 12:34:58 pm PDT
Via Drudge, Tim Russert has reportedly died from an apparent heart attack.
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Fri, Jun 13, 2008 at 12:34:58 pm PDT
Via Drudge, Tim Russert has reportedly died from an apparent heart attack.
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newsjunkie_ky Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:37:03pm |
RIP
OT
1150 prisoners break free in Afghanistan.
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Archimedes Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:38:30pm |
One of the few mainstream media guys I respected. I'll miss him.
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Charles Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:38:35pm |
Tim Russert was one of the last TV interviewers who still valued fairness and honesty. What a shame.
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snowcrash Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:39:14pm |
WOW. Only 58 years old. I hadn't heard he had health problems. Must have been sudden. Thoughts and prayers for him and his family.
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Sharmuta Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:39:45pm |
re: #12 Charles
Tim Russert was one of the last TV interviewers who still valued fairness and honesty. What a shame.
I liked him. He seemed like a decent guy- one you could grab a beer with.
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newsjunkie_ky Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:40:19pm |
OT
FNC says the over 450 taliban were in the jail break in Afghanistan.
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lawhawk Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:40:29pm |
Rest in peace Tim. Thoughts and prayer to his family. Didn't agree with his politics, but he made covering elections more entertaining - especially when he reached for that dry erase board.
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Catttt Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:40:37pm |
Oh wow. He was at work and collapsed. NBC is doing a special report.
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ironbill Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:40:42pm |
Didn't always agree with his politics, but always respected his ability.
We'll keep his family in our prayers
God Bless, Tim
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neocon hippie Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:41:06pm |
According to Wikipedia, Russert had Type II diabetes.
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Dainn Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:41:45pm |
Even though his biasewas obviously to the left, he was a hard-hitting reporter who got deep into the truth that many he interviewed were trying to hide.
Tom Brokaw is on MSNBC now saying that Tim Russert is dead. So it's true.
Sad news. The last person on NBC who I looked forward to watching. AN era has ended, I think.
Sad sad day.
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DistantThunder Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:41:57pm |
re: #14 snowcrash
WOW. Only 58 years old. I hadn't heard he had health problems. Must have been sudden. Thoughts and prayers for him and his family.
Could be hereditary
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thebronze Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:42:14pm |
re: #12 Charles
Tim Russert was one of the last TV interviewers who still valued fairness and honesty. What a shame.
Ditto.
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GregInSeattle Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:42:15pm |
re: #12 Charles
Tim Russert was one of the last TV interviewers who still valued fairness and honesty. What a shame.
I was gonna say the same thing. One of the last true journalists is gone. RIP
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snowcrash Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:42:25pm |
I remember when he used the dry erase marker and white board to illustrate the electoral college results in the last election. Brilliant.
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Pshawalaw Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:42:36pm |
Brokaw gave the news just now on NBC. Broke into US Open coverage to deliver the news.
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DocDublU Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:43:04pm |
a decent guy. a fair journalist.
i hope this doesn't mean KO takes over MTP.
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ironbill Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:43:29pm |
Let's be frank: The political scene just lost one of the few in the MSM with the guts to ask Obama the tough questions.
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newsjunkie_ky Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:43:45pm |
His Dad, Big Russ, is still living. As Tim pointed out to terry macaullife (sp) on 'Meet the Press' after terry said he was in Heaven watching them.
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really grumpy big dog Johnson Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:43:57pm |
I haven't watched Russert's showcase show for years, but I watched it hundreds of times over the years, and Russert was one of the most professional media folk that could be found.
Sad news.
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rightside Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:44:06pm |
Wow.
My prayers go out to his family.
He was a fellow Buffalonian. Don't worry Tim, when one of our major sports teams wins a championship, you'll hear it up there.
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Catttt Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:44:09pm |
My heart goes out to his family and to his colleagues and friends.
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scott in east bay Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:44:26pm |
How awful.
One year away from me. Geez.
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Arrr Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:44:38pm |
One of the last decent and respectable talking heads out there. :(
Rest in Peace
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Sharmuta Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:44:42pm |
re: #30 snowcrash
I remember when he used the dry erase marker and white board to illustrate the electoral college results in the last election. Brilliant.
I was just thinking of that. For all the fancy innovations- Tim and the white board couldn't be beat.
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Creeping Eruption Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:44:52pm |
Thoughts and prayers to his friends and family.
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yma o hyd Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:44:55pm |
Am truly sorry, a good journalist is hard to find nowadays.
Prayers for his family - nothing hits as hard as an unexpected death.
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Pope Insouciance IV Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:45:05pm |
A man I could respect. There aren't many of those left in network news.
He'll be missed.
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bulwrk Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:45:07pm |
whatever shred of credibility nbc news had left died with him.
rest in peace Tim
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gymnast Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:45:10pm |
Journalism just lost about half of whatever credibility it had left. Russert will be missed in the run up to this fall. He was one of the few good guys.
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Pshawalaw Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:45:40pm |
Olberman is probably getting his resume together as we speak.
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Pyrocles Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:46:17pm |
Wow.My prayers go out to his family.
He was a fellow Buffalonian. Don't worry Tim, when one of our major sports teams wins a championship, you'll hear it up there.
Good thing time is infinite in Heaven!
Sorry..*cough* :)
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newsjunkie_ky Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:46:19pm |
He died doing what he lived to do, he died at work.
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stanleymberg Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:46:54pm |
Really sad news. Thoughts and prayers with his family. One of the few real journalists left on TV is gone. Awful.
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The Pulchritudinous Patriot Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:46:58pm |
Wow...so sad. Prayers for his family and friends.
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gymnast Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:47:26pm |
re: #52 Pshawalaw
Olberman is probably getting his resume together as we speak.
Russert's name should not be mentioned on the same page as that psychotic.
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newsjunkie_ky Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:47:53pm |
Used to watch his show every Sunday until the 2000 election. His bias came through then (guess he just couldn't help himself).
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brakes Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:48:15pm |
He was so young. RIP, and may G-d comfort his family.
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DistantThunder Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:48:18pm |
Time to drink more grape juice - brimming with anti-oxidants. Do we have any smokers here?
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tfc3rid Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:48:35pm |
Very sad... He was my graduation speaker in 1998... Genuinely nice guy...
My heart goes out to his family... May his soul and all the souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace, Amen.
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crazytraveler Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:48:35pm |
This is sad. He did kick ass and didn't pull punches. I feel bad for his family. If there is an afterlife, then his interviewee pool just increased and he'll keep on asking the same questions that earned him respect.
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tex68 Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:48:50pm |
There is one sure thing in life... Rest in Peace, Tim.
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Kaitian868 Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:49:00pm |
People are going to freak out since it's Friday the 13th. There's still a buttload of people superstitious about this day.
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Russkilitlover Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:49:21pm |
Very sad. A competent voice in an otherwise out of control media is no more.
RIP, Tim.
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Cannadian Club Akbar Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:49:23pm |
Thoughts and prayers for the family. RIP, Tim.
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DistantThunder Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:49:32pm |
I don't think anyone is prepared to die at 58 so suddenly. The reality is, we should all take time to prepare.
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really grumpy big dog Johnson Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:50:03pm |
Meet the Press is the longest-running television show in worldwide broadcasting history. It's been on the air continuously since 1947.
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DistantThunder Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:50:32pm |
re: #67 Kaitian868
People are going to freak out since it's Friday the 13th. There's still a buttload of people superstitious about this day.
13 is also the number of the 12 Apostles + Jesus
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Halman Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:50:32pm |
I just got the news off of Hannity. Very sad. He was a good man.
We will mis him. Thoughts and prayers.
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runrabbitrun Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:50:57pm |
He learned so much from his beloved Dad, and we learn now from him -
life is so precious, dear lizards. Live to the fullest, appreciate every moment, don't let the small stuff getcha...
and RIP, a good man. No small accomplishment.
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big L Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:50:59pm |
that g-ddamn diabetes takes a good one. That evil evil pita disease. No matter how you try regulate that effer-disease, once you get it you are scrod.
A good-hearted donk.
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DistantThunder Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:51:11pm |
re: #74 ploome hineni
sedentary and overweight
he really was an excellent man
:(
How do you know he was sedentary? other than sitting in a news seat?
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cheatypantsmcsweatervest Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:51:13pm |
Jim Mckay goes on Saturday, now Tim Russert.
Now we get Olberman for politcal coverage and morons like Skip Bayless for sports
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Miss Molly Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:51:21pm |
I grew to have a lot of respect for him. This is so sad for his family and children.
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gibsonz Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:51:38pm |
What a shock...prayers to his family and friends.
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DistantThunder Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:51:40pm |
re: #79 big L
that g-ddamn diabetes takes a good one. That evil evil pita disease. No matter how you try regulate that effer-disease, once you get it you are scrod.
A good-hearted donk.
Did he have diabetes type 2?
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Sharmuta Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:51:44pm |
Here's a video of Tim discussing Meet the Press on his 10th anniversary with Charlie Rose.
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Sizzlack Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:51:50pm |
Kind of shocking
Russert is all I remember of elections from my childhood
with his little eraser board
he will be missed
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rightside Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:52:00pm |
re: #68 Ojoe
That song on bagpipes is like an onion. Brings tears instantly, no matter what.
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vxbush Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:52:01pm |
re: #67 Kaitian868
People are going to freak out since it's Friday the 13th. There's still a buttload of people superstitious about this day.
Please note: we studied in my mathematical statistics class how it is *more* likely that the 13th of the month will land on a Friday between the years 1600 and 2300 than on any other day.
Get used to it.
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unrealizedviewpoint Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:52:17pm |
Oh my, Tim Russert. A truly fine man. I will miss him. Oh his poor dad. How terrible.
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Catttt Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:52:26pm |
This must be incredibly tough for everyone who knew him. My prayers go out in particular to his family (his son was just graduated from college, iirc) and the people at NBC news.
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RTLM Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:52:28pm |
Rest in peace Tim Russert. My condolences to his family.
Very sad news.
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BFSkinner Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:52:50pm |
I hate to bring this up, at such a serious moment, but I think I must. The most anti-Israel, anti-Zionist DK post I've seen
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We need G.C. Scott Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:52:53pm |
Condolences to the Russert family,he was one of the few remaining truly individual class acts in that murky industry.
What's ^ #15 FQ Kafir?
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newsjunkie_ky Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:52:57pm |
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opinionated Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:52:58pm |
There is a simple thread-mill stress type test that is little known but FDA and Medicare approved that strongly predicts the possibility of Sudden Cardiac Death.
It's called a T Wave Alternans test. Consult your doctor.
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EC Marm Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:53:15pm |
Too young. Always respected Tim, may not always have agreed with him, even though we shared the same religion. RIP.
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Salem Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:53:27pm |
re: #90 unrealizedviewpoint
Oh my, Tim Russert. A truly fine man. I will miss him. Oh his poor dad. How terrible.
I think his dad died recently.
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newton Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:53:36pm |
He had Type II?!?!?
Oh, that's it! I'm going to scold my husband for being so overweight. (He has Type II also.)
My most sincere condolences to the Russert Family.
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DistantThunder Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:54:03pm |
McCain said his grandfather dropped dead the day he returned home from war.
My husband's grandfather was serving a mission for our church in Missouri, with his wife. The mission president came by to extend an official release. Grandma went upstairs to keep packing. Grandpa sat in his chair, went to sleep, and never woke up.
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big L Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:54:19pm |
I feel badly for the family, particularly his son. I think he had a boy. My dad died when I was 33. But he was born in 1904 so he was elderly. I sure appreciate all that he taught me and hope that Tim was able to teach his son too.
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unrealizedviewpoint Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:54:59pm |
re: #98 Salem
I think his dad died recently.
I don't think so. Only recently some politician referenced his dads death as was corrected.
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joecitizen Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:55:05pm |
re: #98 Salem
I think his dad died recently.
Big Russ lives.
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Drained Brain Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:55:06pm |
re: #90 unrealizedviewpoint
Oh my, Tim Russert. A truly fine man. I will miss him. Oh his poor dad. How terrible.
A parent's nightmare is to outlive his child. I'm so very sorry for his family's loss.
And yes, not that it should matter at such a time, I admired his ability to ask tough questions of anybody.
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JammieWearingFool Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:55:13pm |
My condolences to the Russert family.
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Intrepid Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:55:21pm |
Fox is running the news now with Chris Wallace telling stories about Tim. And Newt is on the phone talking about him too.
Ah, so sad. He was the relatively balanced foil to Matthews' and Olbermann's rabid leftist shillings.
RIP, sir. Our prayers and thoughts for your family.
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bulwrk Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:55:33pm |
most of the koskiddies are as saddened by this news as we are, but bds never fails to show its ugly face.
He Helped Give us Bush, and this War (1+ / 3-)
Recommended by:pyegar
Hidden by:slinkerwink, OWCH, SteamPunkX
I'm not shedding any tears
by riftt on Fri Jun 13, 2008 at 12:45:14 PM PDT
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Pshawalaw Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:55:36pm |
re: #59 gymnast
Russert's name should not be mentioned on the same page as that psychotic.
Sorry to put those two together today, the recent story about O taking it (MTP) away from Tim must have been on my mind.
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Ojoe Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:55:37pm |
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TheBad Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:55:40pm |
Agree with his politics or not, one cannot refute that Russert was a man of talent and integrity. While his loss is one for all, we can hope his family can take some comfort in the fact that he most certainly made an impact on the nation, will be mourned, will be missed, and his legacy will be triumphed.
Sincerest condolences to his family. Rest in peace, sir.
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conservativeChick Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:56:04pm |
You were a good, decent and honest man Tim. May you rest in peace.
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kansas Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:56:08pm |
That's terrible news. He was a really rational journalist.
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CapeCoddah Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:56:15pm |
Condolences to Mr. Russert's family and friends. It is so sad for family when this happens suddenly.
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ronaldusmagnus Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:57:05pm |
Requiscat in pace
A real journalist. May others aspire to be as him.
Prayers for those who grieve.
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DistantThunder Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:57:18pm |
Is it better to go fast - or slow? I think slow is better.
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Catttt Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:57:20pm |
re: #103 unrealizedviewpoint
I don't think so. Only recently some politician referenced his dads death as was corrected.
No, his dad is still around - he's in his late 80s.
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darwin akbar Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:57:28pm |
Very sad. He was a "decent MSM journalist"....indeed, a vanishing breed.
As someone about to turn 53, it is doubly sad.
OT, how soon before the nutroots either (a) blame Fox news or conservatives; or (b) gloat because Russert once asked a Democrat a tough question?
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Thanos Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:57:34pm |
Tim will be missed, he was unafraid to challenge either side.
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big L Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:57:46pm |
I heard he had Dia type II--the curse. we gotta get rid of the gut. Walk, walk, walk--3- 45 mins a day. It is ok to break up the walk into segments acc to the doctors. But you'll find that you'll keep going and feel good,gooder, goodest.
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newsjunkie_ky Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:57:52pm |
re: #98 Salem
I think his dad died recently.
No, his Dad is still living.
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Typicalwhitey Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:57:54pm |
re: #34 DocDublU
a decent guy. a fair journalist.
i hope this doesn't mean KO takes over MTP.
Bite your tongue....HARD!
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looking closely Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:57:55pm |
Yikes!
So sorry for him and his family.
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Capitalist Tool Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:58:10pm |
re: #67 Kaitian868
People are going to freak out since it's Friday the 13th. There's still a buttload of people superstitious about this day.
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Ward Cleaver Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:58:17pm |
re: #12 Charles
Tim Russert was one of the last TV interviewers who still valued fairness and honesty. What a shame.
Amen. Prayers for him, and for his family.
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vxbush Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:58:17pm |
re: #121 big L
I heard he had Dia type II--the curse. we gotta get rid of the gut. Walk, walk, walk--3- 45 mins a day. It is ok to break up the walk into segments acc to the doctors. But you'll find that you'll keep going and feel good,gooder, goodest.
I'd love to--but with a broken toe, the doctor says no. :(
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chingachgook Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:58:18pm |
He died at work doing what he loved.
You could say he died with his boots on.
It was a good death.
RIP Tim.
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newton Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:58:19pm |
re: #108 bulwrk
Those punks really, really need a slap on their heads!
Not that anyone's gonna give it to them, though...
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big L Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:58:36pm |
That is walk 30 mins to 45 mins a day (or more!)
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BGB! Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:58:49pm |
Shocking! You never know when the Lord will call you home so dont put off till tomorrow what you can do today.
Kiss your spouse, hug your kids, call your mother!
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Salem Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:59:16pm |
You know, I thought his dad was still alive, but my dad apparently thought he recently died.
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snowcrash Fri, Jun 13, 2008 12:59:47pm |
re: #115 Catttt
Great coverage by Brokaw. Hard to listen to Shepard Smith.
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The Pulchritudinous Patriot Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:00:00pm |
re: #62 DistantThunder
Time to drink more grape juice - brimming with anti-oxidants. Do we have any smokers here?
I'm on day 7 of Chantix...no more smokes as of tomorrow morning (I've climbed back on the wagon).
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vxbush Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:00:56pm |
I have mixed feelings about Tim Russert. I grieve for his family, and I know he could be a good journalist and ask hard questions. But so often NBC would use him as a news source when they should have spoken to someone directly involved with the news report in question (I guess it's cheaper for a news broadcast to ask a fellow journalist than to get a hard news source). And then he got mixed up in the Valerie Plame nonsense.
But I wish him and his family no ill will, and hope that his family is able to stand tall over the next few days and months.
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big L Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:01:14pm |
127-vx bush- can you lift some weights. That is good too.Like a toning process. I told my friend who was laid up with metabolic illness to ask if the nurse or doc would allow weights. and they did! And it was better for him
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NY Nana Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:01:15pm |
re: #118 Catttt
No, his dad is still around - he's in his late 80s.
And Fathers Day is Sunday...tragic. Tim Russert's only child, a son, just graduated from Boston College, and they were in Italy to celebrate, and had just returned.
I cannot imagine Meet the Press without him. I wish they would just end the program, but they won't.
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JammieWearingFool Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:01:18pm |
Kos Kid sees an opportunity.
One word = OlbermannMonday thru Friday on MSNBC, Sunday on Meet the Press. by Seele on Fri Jun 13, 2008 at 12:46:42 PM PDT
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landru Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:01:38pm |
A GIANT loss for TV journalism. Russert was definitely one of the few remaining good guys who took the job seriously -- smart, dedicated, driven by journalism's real principles, not partisan hype.
You never would have known from watching MTP or viewing him as a moderator that he once worked for the Dems.
Sad, too, to think the big counterbalance to wads like Olbermann and Matthews at NBC is now gone.
RIP, Tim.
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EC Marm Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:01:39pm |
I wish I could find a picture of Russert holding his little chalkboard with 'Florida' written on it. I heard that it ended up in the Smithsonian.
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ted Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:02:05pm |
re: #12 Charles
Tim Russert was one of the last TV interviewers who still valued fairness and honesty. What a shame.
Yes.
He had balance,intelligence and integrity. He's gone too soon. A loss.
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vxbush Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:02:16pm |
re: #141 big L
127-vx bush- can you lift some weights. That is good too.Like a toning process. I told my friend who was laid up with metabolic illness to ask if the nurse or doc would allow weights. and they did! And it was better for him
Probably, but lifting weights drives me nuts. I'm a walker and always have been. Having a broken toe is driving me nuts. And we bought a treadmill so I could walk on rainy days not two days before I broke it.
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addison Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:02:42pm |
re: #12 Charles
Tim Russert was one of the last TV interviewers who still valued fairness and honesty. What a shame.
I agree. I always had a kind word for the man. He truly seemed to have some humility in his role as a journalist rather than wield that role as a bludgeon.
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kevinmumaw Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:02:59pm |
Whoa!
I was quite a fan of Meet the Press. I'm not really the praying type, but best wishes to his family.
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newsjunkie_ky Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:03:00pm |
Haven't walked for a couple weeks. Big excuse, it's been too hot. I've been feeling it in the legs though, especially the knees. When I don't walk the knees hurt.
I begin again tomorrow morning.
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Athos Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:03:25pm |
re: #1 jcm
Prayers for Tim's family, friends and co-workers.
I echo this sentiment - prayers to Tim's family, friends, and co-workers. Too young at 58.
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redstateredneck Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:03:53pm |
re: #147 vxbush
Probably, but lifting weights drives me nuts. I'm a walker and always have been. Having a broken toe is driving me nuts. And we bought a treadmill so I could walk on rainy days not two days before I broke it.
I got up one night and broke my toe in two places by running into the treadmill in the dark!
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samson01 Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:04:14pm |
Just got the word. Rest in peace Tim. I did not always
agree with you but I always respected you
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bulwrk Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:04:26pm |
more kos
Neocon assholes better not had anything (0+ / 1-)
to do with it.
by abraxas on Fri Jun 13, 2008 at 12:52:
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Athos Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:04:47pm |
re: #143 JammieWearingFool
Kos Kid sees an opportunity.
Sticking right to the bottom of the gutter - how consistent of the KosKiddies. And the left is supposed to be the tolerant ones?
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Typicalwhitey Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:04:52pm |
re: #143 JammieWearingFool
Kos Kid sees an opportunity.
They are wanting to email msnbc now to ask for KO to take over for him.
Good Lord they have no decency at all.
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Capitalist Tool Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:04:58pm |
I have not watched any television news broadcast in a very long time.
I have not even turned on my TV set in weeks, and months before the last time.
TV no longer offers anything for me.
Ok, college football and NASCAR, but who has the time?
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vxbush Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:05:07pm |
re: #152 redstateredneck
I got up one night and broke my toe in two places by running into the treadmill in the dark!
Ouch! Not a good plan of action. My condolences. I even asked the doctor this week if I could go ahead and start walking again, and he said, "If it hurts any at all--no."
Rats.
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big L Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:05:13pm |
135- Pulchritudinous...go for it. don't talk about it , but just work on it a day at a time. I gave up smoking one tyear when thay had the Great american smoke out. I had read that 95% of those who quit do so on their own . So I did and it was ok. But this was 1982 and there weren't allthe helps they have now. so take adavantage of those. Keep at it. Takes some time.
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Sarge1984 Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:05:48pm |
Such a young man, too. What a tragedy, especially for his family. Prayers for them in this terrible time.
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kansas Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:05:52pm |
re: #117 DistantThunder
Is it better to go fast - or slow? I think slow is better.
I'm older than Tim was. My Dad died fast. My mom is in a home with Alzheimer's. Fast is better.
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kevinmumaw Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:06:04pm |
re: #143 JammieWearingFool
Never happen. Russert, IMO, was fairly balanced on most issues. That's why I liked his show. Olbermann? Yeah right. He's already destroyed any chances of getting onto a mainstream program outside of MSNBC. There is a reason MSNBC is ranked just behind The Tomato Channel. NBC is not much better, but they certainly don't need to start digging with a larger shovel.
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newsjunkie_ky Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:06:13pm |
re: #154 bulwrk
more kos
Neocon assholes better not had anything (0+ / 1-)
to do with it.by abraxas on Fri Jun 13, 2008 at 12:52:
Good Night Nurse! Those people are insane.
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snowcrash Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:06:31pm |
Don't laugh, but at one time I admired Chris Matthews in he same way. No more for Chrissy.
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Intrepid Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:06:50pm |
re: #154 bulwrk
more kos
Neocon assholes better not had anything (0+ / 1-)
to do with it.by abraxas on Fri Jun 13, 2008 at 12:52:
So, we now have the ability to inflict fatal illnesses on people.
Idiots, the lot of them over in Kosland.
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newton Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:06:51pm |
re: #134 snowcrash
His co-workers, of course! I'm sure Brokaw knew him better than just about everyone else in the business!
Shepard Smith... What does he know about Russert? Seriously.
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Globular Cluster Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:07:08pm |
RIP Tim and condolences to his family. Tim was a big booster of his hometown (Buffalo), a fundamentally good and likable guy. I will miss him, even though I sometimes got frustrated with Meet the Press.
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Salem Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:07:33pm |
MSNBS will be little more than a poo-flinging conspiracy-nut leg-tingling zoo, now.
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The Pulchritudinous Patriot Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:07:38pm |
re: #159 big L
135- Pulchritudinous...go for it. don't talk about it , but just work on it a day at a time. I gave up smoking one tyear when thay had the Great american smoke out. I had read that 95% of those who quit do so on their own . So I did and it was ok. But this was 1982 and there weren't allthe helps they have now. so take adavantage of those. Keep at it. Takes some time.
Thanks! I;m actually sick of smoking. A bit afraid of not having anything to do with my hands, though. I've decided to clean my house really, really well. It's pretty spotless now, but I don't care. Besides, I figure the garage will take a couple of days anyway.
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big L Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:07:53pm |
152- redstate...Like the exercycle handle are just the perfect size for hanging shirts on it---eight on each side! Perfect!
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Sharmuta Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:07:58pm |
Tim did more than host Meet the Press- he was the Washington Bureau chief for NBC. Those are big shoes to fill, and I doubt they be filled with as much decency as there were filled by Tim.
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Typicalwhitey Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:08:30pm |
It is such bullshit to praise a person who dies (0 / 0)
when in life you could not offer a bit of praise.This duality is disgusting.
While sorry for his family his style was corrupt.
from Mark Twain:
"I didn't attend the funeral, but I sent a nice letter saying I approved of it."
These people are slime
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vagabond trader Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:08:39pm |
re: #166 Intrepid
Only special neocons trained and equipped with the evil Jooooooo-Ray.
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Irene NYC Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:08:45pm |
May he rest in peace. And only 58. How sad for all of us.
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JustMyView Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:08:52pm |
Awful, just awful. Terribly sad for many people. In the past few years, he's been doing hour-long interviews, most often with the authors of new books, that have been really good. So rare to see something explored thoroughly on TV. Will miss those, as well as Meet the Press.
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jayzee Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:09:27pm |
So very very sad, my condolences to his family and friends.
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Eric Cartman's Conscience Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:09:39pm |
Very unfair - the death of the last fair man.
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kansas Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:09:41pm |
re: #164 newsjunkie_ky
Good Night Nurse! Those people are insane.
Didn't Tim just do an actual interview with Hillary as opposed to the usual Democrat advertisement? Coincidence?
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MrC_5150 Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:09:56pm |
re: #14 snowcrash
WOW. Only 58 years old. I hadn't heard he had health problems. Must have been sudden. Thoughts and prayers for him and his family.
Had my first heart attack at 45 - 2.5 years ago. A brief death, jumper cables, and seven stents later..... anyway,
RIP, Mr. Russert.
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The Pulchritudinous Patriot Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:10:01pm |
re: #174 Typicalwhitey
These people are slime
They are. Anyone who does not think JUST like they do is a neocon, bushitlerite wacko.
Tolerant left is an oxymoron
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Kosh's Shadow Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:10:04pm |
re: #166 Intrepid
So, we now have the ability to inflict fatal illnesses on people.
Idiots, the lot of them over in Kosland.
If we did have that ability, why are the Kos Kids still alive?
Actually, I wouldn't waste time on them, but Hamas.. .
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Capitalist Tool Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:10:04pm |
re: #170 Salem
MSNBS will be little more than a poo-flinging conspiracy-nut leg-tingling zoo, now.
They will have nothing on CBS or ABC.
What a triumvirate.
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Ward Cleaver Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:10:33pm |
re: #135 The Pulchritudinous Patriot
I'm on day 7 of Chantix...no more smokes as of tomorrow morning (I've climbed back on the wagon).
Hang in there, and whatever you do, don't drink alcohol while you're taking that. You don't want to wind up like Carter Albrecht.
I know a few people who have successfully kicked the habit using Chantix, and a couple of people who've gone back to smoking.
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kansas Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:11:17pm |
re: #170 Salem
MSNBS will be little more than a poo-flinging conspiracy-nut leg-tingling zoo, now.
Will be? Too late.
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Athos Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:11:31pm |
re: #139 vxbush
That's a very fair and cogent post. Even with the policies of the news organization that paid him and his sometimes obvious political biases and partisanship, you still acknowledge the differences but do not denigrate him. Futhermore, unlike the 'tolerant' left, you can take time to extend sympathies to his family and not hold ill-will towards someone who differed with you.
Very classy. So many elsewhere can learn from that example.
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imtoast Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:11:46pm |
Wow, just wow. He's my age. Prayers for his family.
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Typicalwhitey Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:12:00pm |
Well, nobody does (3+ / 0-)
Recommended by:tmo, Slim Chance, Pris from LA
Really. It's not like a slow-motion "heart siege."Though someone who makes that much money should have had adequate access to healthcare to warn him it was coming. There are plenty of signs.
It's all about the O isn't it?
Couldn't keep politics out of it if they tried
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looking closely Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:12:20pm |
re: #157 Capitalist Tool
I have not watched any television news broadcast in a very long time.
I have not even turned on my TV set in weeks, and months before the last time.
Me neither. Haven't deliberately turned on a TV to watch it in probably 3 years.
Yes, I have what might be described as a "monitor" that you could use to play video games on, or watch movies, but you can't get a TV signal on it. I could get cable any time I wanted to. . .don't want to.
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redstateredneck Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:13:10pm |
re: #158 vxbush
Ouch! Not a good plan of action. My condolences. I even asked the doctor this week if I could go ahead and start walking again, and he said, "If it hurts any at all--no."
Rats.
This was a couple of years ago and still hurts if I'm barefoot. I walk for 40 minutes 3X a week though in walking shoes and it does o.k.
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Ted Kennedy's Driving School Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:13:42pm |
Aw jeeeeez! I was looking forward to watching him this election. RIP Tim and condolences to his family.
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Cognito Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:13:46pm |
Ach, a real loss.
Tim Russert always seemed a decent sort.
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rwmofo Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:14:13pm |
Russert moved up a notch a year or two ago when he painted Ted Kennedy into a corner by showing video of Kennedy from the early 60s saying something that was impossible to defend. Kennedy stammered through a non-answer answer--as expected--but that proved that Russert did his homework before the show.
This is sad news. I'll miss him.
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a_ferocious_duck Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:14:16pm |
Thats a shame. He was one of the few journalists who could set aside their personal views and do the job. Sure, he had his biases and had his flaws(who doesn't?), but he did a far better job of separating his opinion and fact then most journalists out there. He was a credit to his profession and its a shame to see him pass away so suddenly.
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Athos Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:14:26pm |
As my wife just said, "Tim died in the saddle doing what he wanted to do."
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Pyrocles Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:14:40pm |
Those people are astoundingly moronic.
re: #190 Typicalwhitey
It's all about the O isn't it?
Couldn't keep politics out of it if they tried
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Glen Wishard Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:14:49pm |
Russert was one of the best MSM TV journalists, and the last good thing NBC had left. Throw the peacock in the hole and bury it with him.
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Dainn Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:14:52pm |
What a sad father's day for his family.
The only thing we can count on is that nothing in this life is forever, especially life.
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doppelganglander Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:14:54pm |
re: #143 JammieWearingFool
Are the Kiddies wishing it had been Hannity/Rush/Michelle Malkin/Lou Dobbs? I don't have the biohazard gear to go search myself.
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hurricane_jimmy Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:15:03pm |
This really stinks. Tim Russert was a class act and the best the networks and cable had to offer. A true gentleman, smart, fair. The prima dona's that anchor news and news opinion shows should take notes from Tim Russert.
With Tim Russert gone, there's virtually nothing with any credibility left at NBC, much less NBC.
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jcm Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:15:46pm |
re: #190 Typicalwhitey
It's all about the O isn't it?
Couldn't keep politics out of it if they tried
Yeesh, may be he is like a lot folks, workaholics who work their asses off and don't make the time for med care, just put it off. NBC has a nice plan, and Tim didn't have to worry about the money or access.
I put stuff off till the wife drags me kicking and screaming to see the doc.
morons.
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Sharmuta Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:15:55pm |
re: #194 Cognito
Hey, there. I was just thinking about you. With the sudden and tragic loss of Tim, I was wondering if that meant you were the only somewhat rational journalist left.
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RonPaulBlimpie Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:16:27pm |
Tragic.
I went over to dailykos to see their comments about Tim Russert and clicked here and there and wound up in a thread where they were some idiot was praising Jimmy Carter as the best president in the last 40 years. I think that will be the last time I am doing that.
They are, of course, ecstatic at the thought of Keith Olbermann taking over his spot already. WTF. Idiots.
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Silhouette Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:16:28pm |
re: #190 Typicalwhitey
They think throwing money at it always equals greater success. Need better schools? Money. Need better research? Money. Need better health? Money. Although money certainly plays a significant role, they seem to believe that it reaches a point where a certain amount of money can guarantee no more failure.
And most importantly, it must be collective money (government programs.) No doubt the person supposing that his money should have purchased him healthcare to prevent this is really advocating socialized medicine.
It must be comforting to have that simple of mindset. No matter the problem, the solution is "More Socialism!"
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Shakey Jakey Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:16:40pm |
RIP I always enjoyed watching him-prayers
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turn Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:16:46pm |
How sad. It's been said many times in earlier comments, although this guy was left leaning he was well balanced and asked some really tough questions on both sides. You know NBC couldn't find another journalist like him, assuming they even wanted to. Let's just hope they don't try and recruit Olbermann from MSNBC!
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goddessoftheclassroom Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:17:19pm |
I am stunned. My sympathy to his family.
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imtoast Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:17:20pm |
re: #62 DistantThunder
Time to drink more grape juice - brimming with anti-oxidants. Do we have any smokers here?
Me!
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Ward Cleaver Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:18:52pm |
We should all keep up with our annual checkups, and of course exercise and eat right. Well, I've got one out three covered. The checkup part.
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Capitalist Tool Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:19:15pm |
re: #191 looking closely
The last time i turned the set on was to get a visual radar pic on some tornados/warnings in the OKC area.
I actually fell asleep in front of the set and a little tail came down and took out trees in two neighbor yards catty-corner from me and I woke up in the roar and watched out my living room window. Had I been fully awake, I would have been freakin' out... took a few seconds to figure it out, and then it was over.
Oh well. When you're raised in tornado alley, you don't get too excited until they get up around Cat4.
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kynna Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:19:49pm |
What a shocker!
So many people make it back from heart attacks (thankfully!) it's easy to forget that just as many don't.
RIP
Prayers for the family.
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Just Above Average Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:19:51pm |
I met Tim Russert for the first time in the early '80's when I was working for this new 'talking or shouting heads' program called The McLaughlin Group. He had words of encouragement for me as a youngster. I will miss him and his political acumen greatly
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Ward Cleaver Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:20:03pm |
re: #205 RonPaulBlimpie
Tragic.
I went over to dailykos to see their comments about Tim Russert and clicked here and there and wound up in a thread where they were some idiot was praising Jimmy Carter as the best president in the last 40 years. I think that will be the last time I am doing that.
They are, of course, ecstatic at the thought of Keith Olbermann taking over his spot already. WTF. Idiots.
If KO takes over, the show will go in the ratings tank, and no Republican will ever attend.
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itellu3times Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:20:03pm |
I had just started to watch him as the best of the current Sunday shows. He was always my Dad's favorite, but I thought Russert was unfair in his interviews - unfair to all, but even so. Well, now the rest are worse, or maybe Russert improved. Or maybe I caught something from my Dad, who passed in February.
I'm sure the two of them will have some great conversations in heaven.
RIP, Tim.
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RTLM Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:20:25pm |
re: #211 Ward Cleaver
We should all keep up with our annual checkups, and of course exercise and eat right. Well, I've got one out three covered. The checkup part.
And also keep up good relations with the parents.
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Ward Cleaver Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:21:03pm |
re: #216 Just Above Average
I met Tim Russert for the first time in the early '80's when I was working for this new 'talking or shouting heads' program called The McLaughlin Group. He had words of encouragement for me as a youngster. I will miss him and his political acumen greatly
"Ten being metaphysical certainty!"
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Ciannaky Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:21:32pm |
re: #171 The Pulchritudinous Patriot
Thanks! I;m actually sick of smoking. A bit afraid of not having anything to do with my hands, though. I've decided to clean my house really, really well. It's pretty spotless now, but I don't care. Besides, I figure the garage will take a couple of days anyway.
Being sick of the habit is half the battle. I quit cold turkey a year and a half ago when I literally started gagging on the damn things. Keep it up, within no time you will realize it is the best thing you ever did for yourself.
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Cognito Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:21:39pm |
re: #204 Sharmuta
Hey, there. I was just thinking about you. With the sudden and tragic loss of Tim, I was wondering if that meant you were the only somewhat rational journalist left.
Nope. He was the last.
;)
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Dahveed Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:22:15pm |
I enjoyed watching Tim Russert on Sunday mornings. I always thought him to be a very polite interviewer. I am absolutely shocked and saddened by this news. Condolences to his family.
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redstateredneck Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:22:22pm |
re: #210 imtoast
Me!
You're toast.
;-)
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theparson Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:22:39pm |
He was fair, firm and quite insightful. He will be missed.
Sympathy to his loved ones.
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Capitalist Tool Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:22:44pm |
re: #205 RonPaulBlimpie
Tragic.
I went over to dailykos to see their comments about Tim Russert and clicked here and there and wound up in a thread where they were some idiot was praising Jimmy Carter as the best president in the last 40 years. I think that will be the last time I am doing that.
They are, of course, ecstatic at the thought of Keith Olbermann taking over his spot already. WTF. Idiots.
Don't feel too bad, it takes most kids a couple of grabs at the moving belt underneath Grandma's washing machine before they catch on...
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Just Above Average Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:22:45pm |
re: #222 Ward Cleaver
"Wrongo Ward!" Issue Three!
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unrealizedviewpoint Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:23:37pm |
re: #217 Ward Cleaver
If KO takes over, the show will go in the ratings tank, and no Republican will ever attend.
Even lefty NBC knows Olberman is a wacked out fanatic partisan demagogue. It'll never happen.
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imtoast Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:24:05pm |
re: #228 redstateredneck
You're toast.
;-)
I know! I smoke 5 cigarettes a day, down from two packs. I'll get there eventually.
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tfc3rid Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:24:43pm |
I could see Brokaw hosting MTP through the election...
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just another four-letter word Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:24:59pm |
re: #100 DistantThunder
McCain said his grandfather dropped dead the day he returned home from war.
My husband's grandfather was serving a mission for our church in Missouri, with his wife. The mission president came by to extend an official release. Grandma went upstairs to keep packing. Grandpa sat in his chair, went to sleep, and never woke up.
My condolences to you and your family.
Look at it this way - he was doing such a good job that Heavenly Father decided he could use him "upstairs". I hope Grandma is okay about this.
JAFLW
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mean Gene Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:25:03pm |
If I oversleep I would catch MTP on the other channel later.
I will miss Tim so much.
Prayers for his family and co-workers who must all be hurting.
Ecclesiastes 7:2 reminds us that it is better to visit the house of mourning than the house of banqueting because that is the end of all of us, and we do well to consider it.
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shiplord kirel Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:25:06pm |
re: #143 JammieWearingFool
Kos Kid sees an opportunity.
What disgusting beasts. They show their true colors at times like this, including their near-complete disregard for human life.
Tim Russert was a decent and fair man. He had his biases, like everyone else, but he would not sell his integrity to advance them. He was one of the last real examplars of the "free press," as the Founding Fathers intended it, in the major media.
This is a terrible loss.
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redstateredneck Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:25:08pm |
re: #233 imtoast
I know! I smoke 5 cigarettes a day, down from two packs. I'll get there eventually.
Oh, well that's not too bad. I never could cut down like that. I quit and chewed Nicorette on the three year plan!
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talon_262 Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:25:19pm |
RIP, Tim...condolences to your family and friends.
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Iron Fist Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:25:24pm |
re: #156 Typicalwhitey,
Of course they have no decency. They are L³eftists.
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Athos Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:25:28pm |
re: #232 unrealizedviewpoint
Even lefty NBC knows Olberman is a wacked out fanatic partisan demagogue. It'll never happen.
They are diving into the hard left in order to keep themselves afloat - I wonder if the ratings in that demographic are more important to them than journalistic integrity. With Russert gone, NBC / MSNBC lost an awlful lot of its journalistic integrity.
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DistantThunder Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:25:36pm |
re: #135 The Pulchritudinous Patriot
I'm on day 7 of Chantix...no more smokes as of tomorrow morning (I've climbed back on the wagon).
Bully for you.
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Beobachter Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:25:43pm |
I think the last time I saw him when he moderated a Clinton Obama debate. I was just watching for a couple of good laughs, but he asked some really good questions.
RIP Mr. Russert and all the best to his family.
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AlGoreRhythms Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:26:04pm |
I'll miss Tim in my living room every Sunday morning. A lightning quick, fair political mind with the demeanor and charm of your dad's favorite fishing buddy. Particularly sad passage from the Times blog:
[Tom Brokaw] said Mr. Russert had just moved his father, who is in his late 80s, from one facility to another in Buffalo. He said he loved his family, his Catholic faith, his country, politics, the Buffalo Bills, the New York Yankees and the Washington Nationals.
“This news division will not be the same without his strong, clear voice,” Mr. Brokaw said.
After Mr. Brokaw made the announcement, the network switched to Brian Williams, the anchor of the NBC News, who is reporting from Afghanistan this week. Mr. Williams broke down as he tried to describe what the loss meant to his network family.
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MandyManners Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:26:10pm |
Oh, he was so very young for a heart attack! RIP, Tim Russert.
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sadhu Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:26:29pm |
bummer -- he was one of the few good and honest reporters
God bless you Tim. You'll be missed. I hope your parting will evoke some principle and integrity into those on air you've left behind.
Adios.
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DistantThunder Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:26:49pm |
re: #235 just another four-letter word
My condolences to you and your family.
Look at it this way - he was doing such a good job that Heavenly Father decided he could use him "upstairs". I hope Grandma is okay about this.
JAFLW
That was 1957
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Beobachter Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:27:29pm |
re: #246 sadhu
bummer -- he was one of the few good and honest reporters
God bless you Tim. You'll be missed. I hope your parting will evoke some principle and integrity into those on air you've left behind.
Adios.
Don't hold your breath.
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looking closely Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:27:33pm |
re: #221 turn
Was Russert a smoker?
Case fatality rate of all heart attacks is around 30% (depends on the population you are looking at).
I don't know if Russert smoked or not, but many diabetics get nerve damage from their diabetes, and don't feel pain from heart attacks.
The proverbial "big one" can strike without warning, and prove nearly instantly fatal.
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just another four-letter word Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:27:40pm |
re: #116 ronaldusmagnus
Requiscat in pace
A real journalist. May others aspire to be as him.
Prayers for those who grieve.
Et Lux Aeterna.
Condolences to his family and friends.
Now NBC is *really* going to go downhill - fast!
JAFLW
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eff Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:27:59pm |
I Tivo MTP and FNS on sunday mornings. Both quality programs.
He outlived his father, Big Russ. How difficult this must be for him. Outliving your child is so unnatural.
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Capitalist Tool Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:28:32pm |
One has to relish government cost-cutting measures wherever found.
Just think of the avoided fuel costs from Kandahar to circuit court.
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bill-tb Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:28:38pm |
Prayers for him and his family. I actually watched him, he was one of the few fair decent liberals. A real loss, you'll be missed.
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looking closely Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:29:32pm |
re: #232 unrealizedviewpoint
Even lefty NBC knows Olberman is a wacked out fanatic partisan demagogue. It'll never happen.
It will happen the moment the network executives believe he'll deliver ratings (or more ratings than any other plausible candidate they have for the position).
I'm not sure that he *would* deliver such ratings, so we're probably safe.
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vxbush Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:29:38pm |
re: #188 Athos
Not sure I deserve the nice words, but thank you.
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turn Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:30:05pm |
re: #249 looking closely
Case fatality rate of all heart attacks is around 30% (depends on the population you are looking at).
I don't know if Russert smoked or not, but many diabetics get nerve damage from their diabetes, and don't feel pain from heart attacks.
The proverbial "big one" can strike without warning, and prove nearly instantly fatal.
Just to show my ignorance here, do you mean 30% the people who suffer heart attacks are smokers?
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wildcat84 Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:30:37pm |
RIP..
Russert was one of the few MSM pundits I had respect for. He was one of the few who would at least ask follow up questions to libs.
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nyc redneck Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:30:44pm |
how shocking. how sad. i heard him discussing his book abt. his dad. he said he got all his principles and values from his dad. the greatest generation.
i could tell how much he admired him.
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jamsler Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:30:49pm |
My condolences to Mr. Russert's family. Live each day as though it were your last.
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sffilk Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:31:40pm |
May G-D comfort his family as He does all mourners in Zion and Jerusalem. He was a great reporter, the likes of which you don't see often.
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David IV of Georgia Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:31:42pm |
Requiem æternam dona eis, Domine, et lux perpetua luceat eis.
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redstateredneck Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:32:10pm |
re: #254 trailortrash
I checked out your site. Are the Nascar pics from Bristol?
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Alouette Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:32:37pm |
Sad news. I've been without power for 3 days (storms) and I was all pissed off about that.
Power outage is like waterboarding: once the juice goes back on, you forget all about how much it sucked.
Turning off the power IS NOT A WAR CRIME!
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markx Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:33:55pm |
Tim Russert was the only fair journalist/commentator on NBC. He was as tough on the Dims as he was on the 'Pubs. Now there is no reason to watch NBC.
He will be missed.
God bless his family. Rest in peace, Mr. Russert.
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Catttt Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:33:59pm |
His NBC colleagues loved him dearly - I'm watching their special report on MSNBC, and they all have personal stories about how very special the man was to everyone who knew him. Mr. Russert's passing is obviously a huge loss for them personally.
He was a heck of a good man. His life ended too soon, but it was a good one.
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Diamond Bullet Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:34:16pm |
Terrible news.
Report says he just got back from a vacation with his wife and kids - what a blessing that he got to spend time with them like that at the end.
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JustMyView Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:34:34pm |
re: #221 turn
Was Russert a smoker?
I don't think so.
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goddessoftheclassroom Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:34:37pm |
re: #263 David IV of Georgia
Requiem æternam dona eis, Domine, et lux perpetua luceat eis.
That is one of my favorite.
I don't know that much about Tim Russert, other than I respected him and thought him honest and fair. Did he have a wife and children?
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Shiplord Kirel Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:35:35pm |
This is very scary. I am a year older than Russert and I have had two heart attacks, the most recent just two weeks ago.
I did manage to quit smoking this time, so at least it got my attention.
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NY Nana Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:36:20pm |
re: #79 big L
Are you a Type 2 also? My husband and I are, and we both have family trees that when you shake, Type II's fall out. I have it on all 4 sides..and more and more research shows that Type 2 is very likely to be genetic in a majority of people who have it. We worry for our 4 kids and 4 grandkids.
I am wondering if Tim Russert could have developed a clot from the long flight that went to his heart.
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Catttt Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:36:40pm |
re: #271 goddessoftheclassroom
That is one of my favorite.
I don't know that much about Tim Russert, other than I respected him and thought him honest and fair. Did he have a wife and children?
Married to Maureen, and one son, Luke, who was graduated from college just recently. Very close Irish Catholic family.
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markx Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:37:08pm |
re: #217 Ward Cleaver
Olbermann is probably updating his resume as we speak. He's the type that will see this as an opportunity.
What a POS (Olbermann, that is).
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really grumpy big dog Johnson Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:37:09pm |
Gosh, I hate it when I go to down-ding a comment and hit the wrong freaking button!
GRRRRR. Those buttons need to be farther apart!
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Sharmuta Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:37:34pm |
re: #85 Sharmuta
Here's a video of Tim discussing Meet the Press on his 10th anniversary with Charlie Rose.
I know this video is long- almost an hour- but I do hope many of you will take the time to watch it- for in it is the reason this man was a good journalist. He speaks about his experience during 9/11 and the days after and goes on to say (about halfway through) that there is no moral equivalency between America and the terrorists and it should never be stated that there is.
God bless you, Tim. I truly wish we had more like you.
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goddessoftheclassroom Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:38:27pm |
re: #271 goddessoftheclassroom
That is one of my favorite.
I don't know that much about Tim Russert, other than I respected him and thought him honest and fair. Did he have a wife and children?
Stupid me. I just read the article at Fox.
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Catttt Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:38:56pm |
re: #276 markx
Olbermann is probably updating his resume as we speak. He's the type that will see this as an opportunity.
What a POS (Olbermann, that is).
Mr. Olbermann just came on for a sec (MSNBC is running an NBC news special report), and he exudes "cold fish" with every cell. I had to mute him.
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goddessoftheclassroom Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:39:03pm |
re: #272 Shiplord Kirel
This is very scary. I am a year older than Russert and I have had two heart attacks, the most recent just two weeks ago.
I did manage to quit smoking this time, so at least it got my attention.
{Shiplord Kirel}
I didn't know about that! I'm SO GLAD you're okay!
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A.W. Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:39:20pm |
Russert was one of those guys who was just about equally a pain in the ass to members of both parties. He was, most of the time, truly fair and balanced.
He was probably the only voice of sanity over at msnbc.
He will be missed.
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jcm Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:39:30pm |
re: #277 really grumpy big dog Johnson
Gosh, I hate it when I go to down-ding a comment and hit the wrong freaking button!
GRRRRR. Those buttons need to be farther apart!
They are a lot farther apart when I wear my reading glasses.....
;-P
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JustMyView Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:40:02pm |
re: #268 Catttt
His NBC colleagues loved him dearly - I'm watching their special report on MSNBC, and they all have personal stories about how very special the man was to everyone who knew him. Mr. Russert's passing is obviously a huge loss for them personally.
He was a heck of a good man. His life ended too soon, but it was a good one.
Amen. Very touching to be hearing these stories. He really was a bigger-than-lfe figure in the world of news and politics. Pres. Bush and Sens. McCain and Obama have all issued statements expressing their sorrow and their condolences to his family.
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jill e Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:40:49pm |
Neat story:
The highlight for Russert, a devout Catholic, was a papal Mass in the Vatican’s Pauline Chapel and a private audience with the pope after the Mass. During the audience, Russert’s wife, Maureen, who was pregnant with their son, Luke, asked the Pope to bless the baby. He did so, and said, “When your baby is born, bring him back for another blessing.”
The following year, the Russerts returned to Rome with baby Luke. Thanks to Archbishop Foley, they got a place in the first row at the audience. Luke was wearing a T-shirt emblazoned with John Paul’s personal motto, Totus Tuus.
The Pope said, “Very nice, very, very nice,” and took the baby, and kissed him. A treasured memento of the Russert family shows Tim Russert proudly holding his son as the Pope blesses them.
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Cognito Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:40:59pm |
Maybe I'm putting too much faith in the head fellows at NBC News. But no, I don't believe Olbermann will be taking over Russert's chair at Meet the Press.
They're totally dissimilar. Olbermann is all flash and anger and teeth. Russert -- and therefore MtP -- were far, far more thoughtful.
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CommonCents Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:41:39pm |
re: #276 markx
Olbermann is probably updating his resume as we speak. He's the type that will see this as an opportunity.
What a POS (Olbermann, that is).
After that 1/2 rant I saw him do last night on John McCain I can't imagine he has more than 50 loyal viewers... or however many Dems are in the Senate now.
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Land Shark Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:42:04pm |
Rest In Peace, Tim. And my condolences to his family. Sad day.
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looking closely Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:42:28pm |
re: #276 markx
Olbermann is probably updating his resume as we speak. He's the type that will see this as an opportunity.
That's how it is in that business. Like many others, if you want to advance, someone above you has to leave to create a spot.
Olberman actually *is* a smoker (cigars).
Personally I don't care who replaces Russert; no matter who it is, I'm not going to be watching them.
Realistically, it probably won't be Olbermann, he's too controversial and viewed as partisan (rightly).
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Dr. K. Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:43:18pm |
Tim was one of the few news men (note: not reporter) who I could always trust. His delivery was what one expects of the news profession - ask questions, but never let your personal bias show. He probably learned that from Pat Moynihan (one of the few Democrats I always respected)
The world is a worse place for his passing. He will be missed.
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Pawn of the Oppressor Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:43:36pm |
I don't pay much attention to MSM figures but I'm a visual kind of guy - Brokaw mentioned his voice, but oddly enough, when I saw "Russert" I knew immediately who it was, because Russert was the guy with the piercing attack-dog look. He could really project "tough".
He may have been the last best hope of somebody asking the Prophet Obama any tough questions... But besides that, I understand he was a likeable and respected guy. Sudden death sucks.
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Kobyashi Maru Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:43:38pm |
My favorite quote of Tim, quoting Big Russ: "If you're gonna drink,ya gotta eat." RIP, Buddy...
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Typicalwhitey Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:45:00pm |
re: #288 CommonCents
After that 1/2 rant I saw him do last night on John McCain I can't imagine he has more than 50 loyal viewers... or however many Dems are in the Senate now.
He posts diaries at DKos so they love him over there.
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redstateredneck Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:45:01pm |
My heart just goes out to his family. What a shock for them to lose him so suddenly.
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Dianna Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:46:00pm |
What a terrible thing. My deepest sympathies to his family and friends.
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Silhouette Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:46:23pm |
OPEN QUESTION to recent quitters of smoking:
My mother recently quit and said a few minutes ago that she noticed that she was brushing her teeth all the time right after she quit. It has been 4 months now and she is back to normal, but she wondered if anyone else experienced the need to brush their teeth.
Little did she know that I had immediate access to several recent quitters to ask.
How 'bout it, anyone experience that compulsion?
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DaShox Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:46:28pm |
Prayers out to the Russert family. Should remind us that we are not in control of our own destiny.
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JustMyView Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:46:38pm |
re: #286 Cognito
Maybe I'm putting too much faith in the head fellows at NBC News. But no, I don't believe Olbermann will be taking over Russert's chair at Meet the Press.
They're totally dissimilar. Olbermann is all flash and anger and teeth. Russert -- and therefore MtP -- were far, far more thoughtful.
I think it'll be David Gregory.
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CommonCents Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:47:14pm |
re: #294 Typicalwhitey
He posts diaries at DKos so they love him over there.
I don't know why but last night I put that MF on to see what kind of crap he was spewing. I was shocked at how bad it really was. I've since updated my directv to skip that channel so it doesn't even accidentally come on.
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NY Nana Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:47:18pm |
re: #245 MandyManners
My Mum zt"l had her first one at age 45. Her paternal side has a history of early MI's. She lived to nearly 75, and had at least 4 more. She was a fighter.
Today would be her 101st birthday.
When the bulletin came over our local newsradio station, about Tim Russert, I was in shock. Mandy, I cannot even imagine what Fathers Day will be like for his son, and his Dad. And his wife? Unbelievable.
Rest in peace, Mr. Russert. You will be missed. Thank you for your decency and integrity...all too rare in journalism.
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Dianna Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:48:12pm |
re: #298 Silhouette
Yes, one notices a funny taste.
I'm doing the gradual quit plan, and I've noticed it a lot.
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CommonCents Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:49:47pm |
I was a fan of Russert's because he did represent what reporting/interviewing was supposed to be about. There was also something about his voice and calmness which made his show palatable even when he had raving lunatics on.
The interviews that he gave about his books and his father were great too. True respect.
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Typicalwhitey Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:50:05pm |
re: #301 CommonCents
I don't know why but last night I put that MF on to see what kind of crap he was spewing. I was shocked at how bad it really was. I've since updated my directv to skip that channel so it doesn't even accidentally come on.
I have watched, in short periods, from time to time.
Know thy enemy ;)
He just is so blatantly partisan that he is impossible to watch. He is rude and disrespectful, says FixNews instead of FoxNews, refusing to call President Bush anything but Mr. Bush and all his guests agree with him.
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katemaclaren Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:50:38pm |
I have just found out about TR. I was so encouraged to see the respect from those who post here.
I feel like I've lost a trusted friend.
A few years ago, I wrote to Tim Russert, a man I have admired a long, long time. I thanked him for his coverage of the whole issue of the growing epidemic of autism. In addition, I told him about my dad, a WWII vet. Mr. Russert, wrote me back the very nicest letter thanking ME for the story about my dad. This was after his book about Big Russ. I am so incredibly shocked and SAD. whoever said up thread that we have lost an ADULT, you were absolutely right. A fair, kind, generous adult who will be missed by so many people--he had friends on all sides. Jeez. Why am I crying? Like a baby.
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ghost707 Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:50:41pm |
Very sad.
Russert was one of the best that NBC had.
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RonPaulBlimpie Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:50:43pm |
re: #294 Typicalwhitey
He posts diaries at DKos so they love him over there.
They find themselves a wonderful internet community over at Kos because when they preach that garbage to the general public, someone will insult and mock them. Of course, the kos kiddie will go and blog about his "xenophobic and racist" detractors who ridiculed him in pubic once he gets back to the safety of his parent's basement.
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NY Nana Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:50:45pm |
re: #277 really grumpy big dog Johnson
I wish there was an option to choose so that it would not happen...a chance to say yes or no before you hit it. I have dinged someone down when I meant to give them a plus, that I can't even remember!
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markx Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:51:04pm |
re: #286 Cognito
Maybe I'm putting too much faith in the head fellows at NBC News. But no, I don't believe Olbermann will be taking over Russert's chair at Meet the Press.
They're totally dissimilar. Olbermann is all flash and anger and teeth. Russert -- and therefore MtP -- were far, far more thoughtful.
No, I don't think Olbermann would take his place on MTP, but it is an opportunity to shuffle the talking heads (ie. everyone moves up one spot in the food chain).
I'm betting on Chrissy Matthews or Dork Gregory. Either way, MTP is going to nose dive in the ratings.
No one will be able to replace him.
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katemaclaren Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:51:45pm |
re: #300 JustMyView
I think it'll be David Gregory.
I think you are right--David Gregory. Keith Olberman is a paper doll--he won't last six months after the election if Obama wins.
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Rodent Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:52:03pm |
Terrible Loss.
Tim was fair, I never thought he asked tough questions on one side, then tossed softballs at the other.
Rest in Peace, Tim.
Condolences to his family.
May G-d guard them all.
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SusanL Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:52:24pm |
re: #298 Silhouette
No, I quit 5 years ago, didn't happen to me.
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markx Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:52:25pm |
re: #299 DaShox
Prayers out to the Russert family. Should remind us that we are not in control of our own destiny.
Ditto.
As the cliche goes; We are all one heartbeat away from eternity.
Be ready folks.
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looking closely Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:52:55pm |
OT: WTF?
Look what happens when you search Google for "Jew"
An explanation of our search results.
If you recently used Google to search for the word "Jew," you may have seen results that were very disturbing. We assure you that the views expressed by the sites in your results are not in any way endorsed by Google. We'd like to explain why you're seeing these results when you conduct this search.
A site's ranking in Google's search results relies heavily on computer algorithms using thousands of factors to calculate a page's relevance to a given query. Sometimes subtleties of language cause anomalies to appear that cannot be predicted. A search for "Jew" brings up one such unexpected result.
If you use Google to search for "Judaism," "Jewish" or "Jewish people," the results are informative and relevant. So why is a search for "Jew" different? One reason is that the word "Jew" is often used in an anti-Semitic context. Jewish organizations are more likely to use the word "Jewish" when talking about members of their faith. The word has become somewhat charged linguistically, as noted on websites devoted to Jewish topics such as these:
* [Link: shakti.trincoll.edu...]
* [Link: www.jewishworldreview.com...]
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RonPaulBlimpie Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:53:03pm |
re: #311 katemaclaren
I think you are right--David Gregory. Keith Olberman is a paper doll--he won't last six months after the election if Obama wins.
I'd have to agree...unless insulting state level republican assemblymen and the minority members of congress can keep his ratings going.
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J.S. Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:53:18pm |
What a shock. And he was relatively young, at the height of his career. Tim Russert will, indeed be missed. RIP...
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NY Nana Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:53:18pm |
On Fox : Chris Wallace said he came back alone, and that his wife and son are still in Italy, on vacation...they have been told. No one went on air until the family knew.
May G-d help them on this trip.
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calcajun Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:53:22pm |
58 is far too young to die. Does anyone know of any illness or congenital condition.
I am really shocked by this. I liked him a great deal. Remember his white board from the 2000 election night debacle? He really will be missed.
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tfc3rid Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:54:39pm |
re: #315 looking closely
I don't get that when I google that...
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markx Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:54:41pm |
re: #318 NY Nana
On Fox : Chris Wallace said he came back alone, and that his wife and son are still in Italy, on vacation...they have been told. No one went on air until the family knew.
May G-d help them on this trip.
Ditto.
Nothing is worst than telling a child their parent has died.
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RonPaulBlimpie Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:55:08pm |
re: #321 markx
Ditto.
Nothing is worst than telling a child their parent has died.
Telling a parent their child has died?
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jcm Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:56:11pm |
re: #320 tfc3rid
I don't get that when I google that...
Very top return in tan bar "Offensive Search Results."
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looking closely Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:56:30pm |
re: #320 tfc3rid
I don't get that when I google that...
Google "Jew" then click on the link at the top of the search results:
Offensive Search Results
[Link: www.google.com...] We're disturbed about these results as well. Please read our note here.
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markx Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:56:58pm |
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WrathofG-d Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:57:25pm |
re: #311 katemaclaren
yes he will...he will keep bashing Bush and comparing Obam'uh to Bush, etc.
It will change from "This sucks" to "I told you so".
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looking closely Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:57:34pm |
re: #319 calcajun
58 is far too young to die. Does anyone know of any illness or congenital condition.
Median age of heart attack is 60 years in men.
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VegasRick Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:59:47pm |
re: #331 EE
Rest in peace, Tim Russert.
Amen.
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PatFromGermany Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:59:51pm |
Frankly, I'm quite shocked. So suddenly. He was an extraordinary interviewer and political analyst. And I liked him. He seemed like a nice and decent person. A true loss.
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ointmentfly Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:59:54pm |
RIP Tim.
...Now.... just where was one George W Bush at the time of the alleged heart attack of Mr. Russert.
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debutaunt Fri, Jun 13, 2008 1:59:58pm |
re: #298 Silhouette
OPEN QUESTION to recent quitters of smoking:
My mother recently quit and said a few minutes ago that she noticed that she was brushing her teeth all the time right after she quit. It has been 4 months now and she is back to normal, but she wondered if anyone else experienced the need to brush their teeth.
Little did she know that I had immediate access to several recent quitters to ask.
How 'bout it, anyone experience that compulsion?
Both things are oral?
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redheadredstate Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:00:28pm |
That's it, my hubby is 6'3", overweight and has been having all kinds of health problems lately. I'm MAKING him go get a physical! He's only a few years younger than Tim Russert. And to answer a question from a previous poster on whether or not it's better to go fast or slow I'll tell you from personally observing my fathers passing and my father-in-law's passing it's better to go fast than slow.
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Typicalwhitey Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:00:38pm |
re: #308 RonPaulBlimpie
They find themselves a wonderful internet community over at Kos because when they preach that garbage to the general public, someone will insult and mock them. Of course, the kos kiddie will go and blog about his "xenophobic and racist" detractors who ridiculed him in pubic once he gets back to the safety of his parent's basement.
It is all obambi all the time, that is for sure.
Here are some of the olbies rants he posts over there.
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Eowyn2 Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:01:18pm |
Very sad. Condolences to his family, friends, co-workers and viewers. He will be sorely missed.
Can anyone fill his shoes?
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Moody leo Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:01:59pm |
Condolences to Tim Russert's family.
My Dad had Type II Diabetes too, and was born with a heart murmur. He also had several medical conditions gout, HBP kidney stones, finally started taking care of himself when he developed the diabetes and Dr talked to him about his heart. He had several "silent" heart attacks, and finally died of a massive one when he was 60. Glad to have had him longer than anyone thought we would. He was a great example of work ethic, started in the newspaper business when he was 14 as a printer's devil and learned everything he could about that side of business, then when he got lead poisoning from one of his jobs, he persevered and became a great salesman.
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jcm Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:02:06pm |
re: #339 buzzsawmonkey
The question is, where was Keith Olbermann...and what did he drop into Russert's Evian at the staff meeting?
Post that at Kos.....
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JustMyView Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:02:12pm |
Here's a tribute to Tim from Chris Cillizza, a very good young political reporter at The Washington Post. There's also a link to an interview w/ Tim done for the Post's "On Faith" series.
Many other tributes popping up on political blogs and elsewhere. Here's what Marc Ambinder had to say. The tributes from Pres. Bush, McCain, and Obama are also at this site.
An unbelievable shock; this city will all but shut down over the next few days, so vital was he to its voice. I did not know him personally, but I know many people who did and they are devastated; passionate about politics and his integrity, he nurtured so many careers and is responsible for so many innovations in modern political journalism. He was, for everything that people may they know about about him, much more of a creature of Buffalo than a denizen of Washington. Above all, an unbelievable father to Luke and a loyal, devoted husband to Maureen Orth. A life marvelously well lived.
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katemaclaren Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:02:31pm |
Well, everyone. I'm too sad to be sensible. So, I'm off to sit in my garden near the pond--I may lift a glass to Mr. Russert and watch the fireflies this evening.
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galloping granny Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:02:33pm |
re: #298 Silhouette
OPEN QUESTION to recent quitters of smoking:
My mother recently quit and said a few minutes ago that she noticed that she was brushing her teeth all the time right after she quit. It has been 4 months now and she is back to normal, but she wondered if anyone else experienced the need to brush their teeth.
Little did she know that I had immediate access to several recent quitters to ask.
How 'bout it, anyone experience that compulsion?
Nope - but I quit cold turkey.
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yesandno Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:03:19pm |
He was a decent man.....
NBC has lost its last vestige of truth......how sad for everyone...
Prayers for his family.
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katemaclaren Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:03:40pm |
re: #337 redheadredstate
That's it, my hubby is 6'3", overweight and has been having all kinds of health problems lately. I'm MAKING him go get a physical! He's only a few years younger than Tim Russert. And to answer a question from a previous poster on whether or not it's better to go fast or slow I'll tell you from personally observing my fathers passing and my father-in-law's passing it's better to go fast than slow.
Good idea. I have been thinking lately that Tim wasn't looking too healthy.
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ointmentfly Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:04:45pm |
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unrealizedviewpoint Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:04:55pm |
Come and see the stick applied
[Link: littlegreenfootballs.com...]
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markx Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:05:29pm |
re: #348 ointmentfly
re: #339 buzzsawmonkey
No doubt....
There must be a jinx at NBC. One of my favorite reporters was David Bloom who died in Iraq.
Yeah... how soon we forget. I liked him too.
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Barking Pumpkin Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:05:39pm |
A good man is gone. RIP Tim. Prayers to your family. :(
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Eowyn2 Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:05:46pm |
re: #337 redheadredstate
That's it, my hubby is 6'3", overweight and has been having all kinds of health problems lately. I'm MAKING him go get a physical! He's only a few years younger than Tim Russert. And to answer a question from a previous poster on whether or not it's better to go fast or slow I'll tell you from personally observing my fathers passing and my father-in-law's passing it's better to go fast than slow.
I think that most people who go fast would rather have the chance to say goodbye to their loved ones. I know I would. Just one last time, say "I love you" to my kids and grandkids.
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conservativeChick Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:05:49pm |
A honorable man. May you rest peacefully in God's eternal kingdom Mr.Russert.
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Typicalwhitey Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:06:02pm |
I am so sorry for his family.
I would like to lighten the mood a bit if I may
Posted on AbcNews.com
Michelle Obama Becomes GOP Target
Conservative attacks on Barack Obama's wide are not so subtle.
On the front page here
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Ciannaky Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:06:27pm |
re: #298 Silhouette
Not me but I did eat about ten pounds of candy a week for about three months.
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yochanan Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:07:13pm |
I was taught never to speak ill of the dead with some exceptions.
the person would have to be evil to fit those exceptions.
may your family be comforted, RIP
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mean Gene Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:07:18pm |
re: #298 Silhouette
My dad quit in 1956 because my baby brother was too sensitive to his smoke.
Daddy had been adding more and more and more pepper to eggs and, well, everything but pie.
After he quit smoking he got back his ability to taste food again.
Also, around that time he began brushing his teeth a lot.
I asked him why at the time and he said, "because now I can taste my bad breath!"
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jcm Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:07:46pm |
OT
The Country Wide Mortgage (Jim Johnson) scandal spreads....
Sen. Dodd Tied To Special Mortgage Deals
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formercorpsman Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:07:58pm |
I have just gone through 347 posts.
Not one deletion, not one grouping of words with ill will, nor minimization of what just happened.
This is home.
Goodbye Mr. Russert. I will pray for your family.
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grumpy old codger Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:08:20pm |
re: #5 newsjunkie_ky
Had we "merely" adhered to the Geneva Conventions, instead of trying to give those bozos "guaranteed civil rights", they wouldn't have escaped. They wouldn't be able to carry out further attacks, either.
Just saying.....
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Typicalwhitey Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:08:22pm |
re: #359 bosforus
You callin' my wife fat?
It is funny that they insult her while saying the GOP is insulting her....:)
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Ciannaky Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:08:39pm |
re: #358 mean Gene
My dad quit in 1956 because my baby brother was too sensitive to his smoke.
Daddy had been adding more and more and more pepper to eggs and, well, everything but pie.
After he quit smoking he got back his ability to taste food again.
Also, around that time he began brushing his teeth a lot.
I asked him why at the time and he said, "because now I can taste my bad breath!"
Too true, I never realized how bad people stink until I got my sense of smell and thought ..holy crap did I smell like that? Ewwww.
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VegasRick Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:08:41pm |
re: #349 unrealizedviewpoint
Come and see the stick applied
[Link: littlegreenfootballs.com...]
I don't get it.
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theBman Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:09:18pm |
A good man that will be missed by many.
Condolences to his family, friends, and coworkers.
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faraway Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:09:19pm |
I pray for our country with this great man gone.
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offendi Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:10:01pm |
My response would be a bit more cynical than many of the posters here who seem to have unabashed adoration, but I would credit Tim Russert as embodying what America is all about. The self-made man, the fact that merit, desire, and grit, can get you where you want to go.
I find myself in agreement with Don King, " Only in America". It is what makes this country distinct in the world.
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MandyManners Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:10:25pm |
re: #318 NY Nana
On Fox : Chris Wallace said he came back alone, and that his wife and son are still in Italy, on vacation...they have been told. No one went on air until the family knew.
May G-d help them on this trip.
I would hope that NBC chartered a plane for them or did whatever was necessary to ensure a seamless flight.
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NoSubmission Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:10:47pm |
Terribly sad and sudden. My heartfelt condolences to his family.
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Capitalist Tool Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:11:18pm |
re: #298 Silhouette
OPEN QUESTION to recent quitters of smoking:
My mother recently quit and said a few minutes ago that she noticed that she was brushing her teeth all the time right after she quit. It has been 4 months now and she is back to normal, but she wondered if anyone else experienced the need to brush their teeth.
Little did she know that I had immediate access to several recent quitters to ask.
How 'bout it, anyone experience that compulsion?
I have a not- infrequent urge to get out the bottle o'Pappy Van Winkle.
I haven't quit smoking, so don't know if this info helps, or not.
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NoSubmission Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:12:10pm |
I used to see Tim Russert flying on the NY/DC shuttle. He seemed like a nice guy in person.
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Kailen Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:13:06pm |
Rest in Peace.
Ug, so sudden. Those are the worst.
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uncleFuzzy Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:13:51pm |
I offer my condolences to his family and those around him.
And I'm going to call my father right now.
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Neo_ Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:13:55pm |
Now if they can get Chris Matthews to fill in for him, perhaps we will have the "perfect storm."
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Boogberg Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:13:56pm |
Well I didn't know him personally but I saw him several times on Meet the Press. Just a regular guy doing his job like the rest of us. No less or more deserving of praise. RIP.
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Capitalist Tool Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:14:14pm |
re: #373 Kailen
Rest in Peace.
Ug, so sudden. Those are the worst.
Depends on which side of the equation one is on...
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grumpy old codger Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:14:20pm |
re: #88 vxbush
Well, I'll guess I'll have to change my vacation plans for 2200 to 2300 AD (CE).
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offendi Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:14:50pm |
re: #337 redheadredstate
That's it, my hubby is 6'3", overweight and has been having all kinds of health problems lately. I'm MAKING him go get a physical! He's only a few years younger than Tim Russert. And to answer a question from a previous poster on whether or not it's better to go fast or slow I'll tell you from personally observing my fathers passing and my father-in-law's passing it's better to go fast than slow.
I was at the gym this morning and saw an older guy in incredibly buff (old school) or cut (new school) shape. It impressed me, so I actually walked up to him and started asking him some questions. He was 64 years old, and started an exercize program when he turned
55. If there is life there is always hope. Put down that donut and eat a salad!
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Argath93 Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:15:11pm |
God Bless him, and RIP.
Graduated from John Carrol and Cleveland State University Marshall Law. Get some pull up there, Tim, both Buffalo and Cleveland could use a little help from above.
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unrealizedviewpoint Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:15:28pm |
re: #361 formercorpsman
I have just gone through 347 posts.
Not one deletion, not one grouping of words with ill will, nor minimization of what just happened.
This is home.
Goodbye Mr. Russert. I will pray for your family.
I do not believe this is but only a representation of LGF, but more important, a testament to the fine man, Tim Russert.
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Truck Monkey Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:15:37pm |
re: #352 Eowyn2
I think that most people who go fast would rather have the chance to say goodbye to their loved ones. I know I would. Just one last time, say "I love you" to my kids and grandkids.
Not a day passes that I do not tell my wife and kids that I love them. Life is short whether you are given 30 years or 90 years. Live each day to its fullest because you never know when you'll have to leave. May god grant peace and serenity to his wife and son, and especially his father. Sad, sad day.
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NY Nana Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:16:17pm |
re: #321 markx
Ditto.
Nothing is worst than telling a child their parent has died.
And he also has an adored Dad who will have to mourn a beloved son. May G-d give the family strength for this ordeal that will be public. That has to make it even harder, as if it could be...
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Capitalist Tool Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:16:28pm |
re: #382 Truck Monkey
Not a day passes that I do not tell my wife and kids that I love them.
Words to live by.
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Lizard by the Bay Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:16:43pm |
Rest in Peace, Tim. You will (unlike many in your profession) be missed.
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RonPaulBlimpie Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:17:12pm |
re: #379 offendi
Jack LaLanne's two rules of nutrition is "if man made it, don't eat it", and "if it tastes good, spit it out."
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Irene NYC Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:17:13pm |
re: #376 Boogberg
Well I didn't know him personally but I saw him several times on Meet the Press. Just a regular guy doing his job like the rest of us. No less or more deserving of praise. RIP.
Perhaps you underestimate the enormous amount of pressure put on fair-minded journalists to just "[do] his job." I can vouch that it's easy today. Some 90% of the MSM is not just liberal, but tending left-liberal. To maintain your independence, as Tim Russert did, in this day and age was truly a feat worth praising.
This election will be much more difficult for Republicans with his loss.
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mean Gene Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:17:15pm |
re: #373 Kailen
Rest in Peace.
Ug, so sudden. Those are the worst.
In a way, yes.
But in another way, no.
My dad died between putting on one bed slipper and the other.
Everyone was so surprised.
But we were able to move on in a matter of months.
Mom, on the other hand, had heart problems, diabetes, cancer of the thyroid and a total left-side stroke....then other, smaller strokes for 7 years.
Her decline haunts me.
Her awareness and her fear and her pain come to mind late at night even more and a decade later.
So, I respectfully disagree.
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markx Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:17:27pm |
Michelle Malkin has a transcript posted of Rush's interview with Tim Russert.
A good interview.
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Irene NYC Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:18:41pm |
PIMF
I can vouch that it's easy today should be ISN'T easy
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bubbasbbq Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:19:01pm |
What a shame, He seemed like a decent and fair man. He'll be missed.
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VegasRick Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:19:06pm |
re: #382 Truck Monkey
Not a day passes that I do not tell my wife and kids that I love them. Life is short whether you are given 30 years or 90 years. Live each day to its fullest because you never know when you'll have to leave. May god grant peace and serenity to his wife and son, and especially his father. Sad, sad day.
My children, wife and extended family live by the motto "Never miss an opportunity to say I love you".
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NY Nana Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:19:51pm |
re: #373 Kailen
I had it both ways...expected and out of the blue, 15 days apart. IMHO? Either way is the worst. No matter how much preparation you have? It is still pain beyond description.
And in this case, an 88 year old father has to bury a son. And a 21 year old son has to bury a father...right near Fathers Day.
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Athos Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:21:39pm |
re: #376 Boogberg
No offense, but there is a lot that someone in Russert's position could have done that would not have embraced ethics and integrity. Russert did not do that. Even those who disagree with his politics admit that Russert embraced and demonstrated ethics, integrity, and professionalism in his field.
I might have misread the 'tone' in your post, but this is a person who through is role in journalism touched many, influenced many, and did so with a quiet professionalism. It would be nice if everyone took that approach to their jobs and with the people they have contact with.
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SummerSong Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:21:59pm |
I will miss the sparkle in his eye.
Rest in heavenly peace, Mr. Russert.
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NY Nana Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:22:06pm |
re: #372 NoSubmission
He seemed like a nice guy in person.
And also on TV...he will be missed.
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cliffster Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:22:17pm |
He was robbed of many good decades of life, and we were robbed of many good decades of him.
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imtoast Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:22:36pm |
re: #300 JustMyView
I think it'll be David Gregory.
I truly hate david gregory. I hope you are wrong.
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venjanz Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:23:22pm |
This is really sad. Tim was one of the few journalists that I respected.
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TexasYeehadist Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:23:27pm |
I always appreciated Tim’s honesty and fairness. He was a decent man and I will truly miss him. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and loved one. Rest in Peace Tim.
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ted Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:24:08pm |
The only Democratic Debates that mattered were the ones Russert hosted. Here are two of his finest moments:
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Lizard by the Bay Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:24:14pm |
re: #396 Athos
this is a person who through his role in journalism touched many, influenced many, and did so with a quiet professionalism. It would be nice if everyone took that approach to their jobs and with the people they have contact with.
What I find most saddening is that we feel the need to point out how extraordinary this is for a journalist when it should be part of the goddamn job description!
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Capitalist Tool Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:24:37pm |
re: #399 cliffster
He was robbed of many good decades of life, and we were robbed of many good decades of him.
Disagreement with the first half of your statement is in order.
When The big hand strikes midnight...
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Capitalist Tool Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:25:22pm |
re: #404 Lizard by the Bay
What I find most saddening is that we feel the need to point out how extraordinary this is for a journalist when it should be part of the goddamn job description!
You win the thread prize.
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Lizard by the Bay Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:25:27pm |
re: #406 Capitalist Tool
Disagreement with the first half of your statement is in order.
When The big hand strikes midnight...
Would you describe yourself as a fatalist, then?
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Capitalist Tool Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:26:39pm |
re: #408 Lizard by the Bay
Would you describe yourself as a fatalist, then?
No. I believe that we have an allotted time. We can't add to it, but can shorten it through inattention.
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Eowyn2 Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:27:25pm |
re: #374 uncleFuzzy
I offer my condolences to his family and those around him.
And I'm going to call my father right now.
I wish I could call my dad this weekend. I miss him a lot.
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Athos Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:27:30pm |
re: #404 Lizard by the Bay
How true that is. So many in that field do not get it.
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markx Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:28:05pm |
Here's something I didn't know. From the MSNBC website:
In 2005, Russert was awarded an Emmy for his role in the coverage of the funeral of President Ronald Reagan.
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SpartanWoman Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:28:14pm |
Shocking and sad, heard it on Hannity (who seemed genuinely saddened..but if it had been Hannity, I doubt he or his family would have received the same condolences from most of the MSM.
RIP Mr. Russert.
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Capitalist Tool Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:29:35pm |
re: #408 Lizard by the Bay
But I don't really know what a fatalist is, so maybe I am one.
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NY Nana Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:29:46pm |
re: #369 MandyManners
I would hope that NBC chartered a plane for them or did whatever was necessary to ensure a seamless flight.
So do I...that is the very least they could do to facilitate what has to be one of the hardest things to do.
I hope that the public will leave them to mourn in peace.
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Athos Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:29:53pm |
re: #413 SpartanWoman
I believe you are correct. But that is the difference between those with a heart and those with an agenda.
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turn Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:30:25pm |
re: #383 NY Nana
And he also has an adored Dad who will have to mourn a beloved son. May G-d give the family strength for this ordeal that will be public. That has to make it even harder, as if it could be...
One thing could be worse, choosing to remove a dying parent from life support. It really hurts.
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markx Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:30:47pm |
re: #408 Lizard by the Bay
Would you describe yourself as a fatalist, then?
There is a time for everything,
and a season for every activity under heaven:
a time to be born and a time to die...
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BGOH Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:31:19pm |
What sad, shocking news. I heard this on the radio and my heart sank. If ever there were an institution in media, Tim Russert was chief among them. He has gone home now, and I hope and pray that his family can find some comfort in that knowledge.
And I agree with whoever it was that said that NBC's credibility has passed along with Tim. He was a pillar holding up that crumbling institution aloft.
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cliffster Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:31:24pm |
re: #409 Capitalist Tool
No. I believe that we have an allotted time. We can't add to it, but can shorten it through inattention.
A man dies when he's 58 these days, I say he got the shaft. Big hand might have struck midnight but I doubt he was ready or willing.
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SpartanWoman Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:31:26pm |
re: #414 Capitalist Tool
But I don't really know what a fatalist is, so maybe I am one.
I am too. The human body is a quirky thing, even those who take every precaution imaginable are not immune to tragedies like this
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bosforus Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:31:43pm |
re: #404 Lizard by the Bay
What I find most saddening is that we feel the need to point out how extraordinary this is for a journalist when it should be part of the goddamn job description!
Exactly the reason I find it harder and harder to call them journalists.
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MrC_5150 Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:31:49pm |
The ghouls at FOX News just brought in the autopsy crew. Back to Nat Geo.
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Silhouette Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:31:49pm |
To all those that helped in my impromptu poll, Thank you.
I have 2 yesses and 5 or 6 nos (may have missed someone).
That about matches what I imagined. I figured it had to be a real urge (Mom isn't crazy despite having produced me) and yet one doesn't hear about it so I figured it wasn't terribly common.
I'm outta here for a bit, so thanks again.
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coquimbojoe Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:31:53pm |
I always liked Tim. I always felt he was fair. I always felt he was generally liberal, but if you asked him why, he would be able to give thoughtful answers. His honesty and tough questions will be missed.
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Right Brain Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:32:23pm |
A was a voice for reason in an often unreasonable business.
He will be missed.
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metal man Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:34:01pm |
My condolences to the family of Tim Russert. May his soul rest in peace.
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Eowyn2 Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:34:10pm |
re: #382 Truck Monkey
Not a day passes that I do not tell my wife and kids that I love them. Life is short whether you are given 30 years or 90 years. Live each day to its fullest because you never know when you'll have to leave. May god grant peace and serenity to his wife and son, and especially his father. Sad, sad day.
But as children grow older and move away, it is much more difficult to tell them every day. I know because I have three grown children. I know because my dad was very glad that he had the last 20 yrs of his life (quadruple bypass in 86) in order to see his grandkids grow into men and women.
Keep telling the folks you love that you love them.
A friend of mine recently lost her 54 yr old husband to a heart attack. And he seemed exceeding healthy. She cried that she didnt get one last chance to tell him that she loved him. It was very sudden.
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doppelganglander Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:34:15pm |
re: #379 offendi
I was at the gym this morning and saw an older guy in incredibly buff (old school) or cut (new school) shape. It impressed me, so I actually walked up to him and started asking him some questions. He was 64 years old, and started an exercize program when he turned
55. If there is life there is always hope. Put down that donut and eat a salad!
That's very inspiring. My overweight, Type II diabetic husband has made a huge effort lately -- gym membership, frequent testing of blood sugar, taking his meds, eating right, quitting smoking, all in the last 6 weeks. He's got me and our daughter going to the gym as well, which has become a bonding experience for us (plus I've lost 6 lbs.). I don't know if I'll have him longer, but it's enhancing our lives in all kinds of ways.
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Eowyn2 Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:35:10pm |
re: #409 Capitalist Tool
No. I believe that we have an allotted time. We can't add to it, but can shorten it through inattention.
three score and 10.
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vbspurs Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:35:54pm |
re: #396 Athos
I might have misread the 'tone' in your post, but this is a person who through is role in journalism touched many, influenced many, and did so with a quiet professionalism. It would be nice if everyone took that approach to their jobs and with the people they have contact with.
I couldn't agree more.
Whilst I didn't like him necessarily, I respected him because he had a genuine enthusiasm for the political process, which superceded his Democratic background (he was on Senator Moynihan's staff). I respected him, especially when compared to his other colleagues on the rancid NBC. There's little incentive to watch NBC now for me.
Remember his little chalkboard where he feverishly totalled the changing electoral college tallies, in the 2000/2004 campaigns? I will actually miss him for this year's later Presidential race.
I talk about his working-class character here.
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Lizard by the Bay Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:36:07pm |
re: #424 MrC_5150
The ghouls at FOX News just brought in the autopsy crew. Back to Nat Geo.
If it weren't for the fact that their opinion shows are (about) the only ones on television that have anyone to the right of Joe Lieberman, I would consider Fox News to be worthy of covering news stories involving missing privileged teenagers, and that's about it. It's the only kind of story their news department seems to get right.
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Render Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:36:08pm |
My father was 55 when he died of a massive heart attack at work in '89.
I really have nothing further to add.
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Deafdog Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:36:21pm |
re: #368 offendi
My thoughts exactly. I feel like the tax collector in "It's a Wonderful Life" so I'll sing along.
He was a good guy.
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Ojoe Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:36:24pm |
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cod_is_great Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:37:20pm |
He was one I would have liked to have met. Really he was one of the greatest journalists anywhere on television.
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runrabbitrun Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:37:25pm |
re: #383 NY Nana
This is for you, sweet NY Nana:
A gift for the children of the world from the Moon-Angel
(a passage from the children's classic 'The Garden Behind the Moon' by
Howard Pyle)
'Under his arm the Moon-Angel carried a box of iron, shut and locked,
but with a golden key in the keyhole. "Children," said he, "Here is a
box for you to keep. In it is the greatest joy and the greatest sorrow
in the world. Keep it closed, and you will always be happy as you now
are. But if you open it, sorrow will come upon you." Then he went away,
leaving the box behind him.
Seven days passed, and then one day the woman said to the man, "I
wonder what there can be in that box? The tall man said that in it was
the greatest joy in the world." "He said that the greatest sorrow in the
world was in it also," said the man "But," said the woman, "If we open
it we will behold the greatest joy in the world." "And we will let the
greatest sorrow out into the world," said the man.
"Now, what would you have done, David?" said the old woman of the
cliff. David spoke up boldly (you must remember he was a man now). "I
would have opened the box," said he, "For surely it is worth suffering
the greatest sorrow for the sake of the greatest joy." '
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marge45b Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:37:28pm |
I'll always remember the 2000 election when Tim Russert brought out the white board to do the electorial vote numbers. I'm sad we won't have him on this election night 2008.
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HolmWrecker Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:37:47pm |
Woah, that was shocking to me when I first read it.
I didn't agree with him on anything, but my prayers are with him and his family.
RIP friend.
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Capitalist Tool Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:38:13pm |
re: #422 SpartanWoman
I am too. The human body is a quirky thing, even those who take every precaution imaginable are not immune to tragedies like this
So true.
Remember J.I. Rodale? The famous advocate of organic farming and clean living?
Died on The Dick Cavett Show...
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BGOH Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:38:28pm |
I also have to add - as much disdain as I have for him, Olbermann is doing a fantastic job of keeping it together and moderating the tribute to Tim on the air right now. I know how I felt when I heard the news, and I can't even imagine how shocking and saddening this has to be for those who actually knew him personally.
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offendi Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:38:30pm |
I am sure Russert would have loved to see some good politically contentious discussion in his memory. How about it?
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goddessoftheclassroom Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:39:28pm |
re: #436 Deafdog
My thoughts exactly. I feel like the tax collector in "It's a Wonderful Life" so I'll sing along.
He was a good guy.
With respect--bank examiner.
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offendi Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:40:09pm |
re: #431 doppelganglander
That's very inspiring. My overweight, Type II diabetic husband has made a huge effort lately -- gym membership, frequent testing of blood sugar, taking his meds, eating right, quitting smoking, all in the last 6 weeks. He's got me and our daughter going to the gym as well, which has become a bonding experience for us (plus I've lost 6 lbs.). I don't know if I'll have him longer, but it's enhancing our lives in all kinds of ways.
That sounds great! Congrats to you and your family. Hang in there.
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Typicalwhitey Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:40:49pm |
re: #444 BGOH
I also have to add - as much disdain as I have for him, Olbermann is doing a fantastic job of keeping it together and moderating the tribute to Tim on the air right now. I know how I felt when I heard the news, and I can't even imagine how shocking and saddening this has to be for those who actually knew him personally.
I simply cannot stand his constant mugging and histrionics.
No matter what he does, that is all I see.
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bosforus Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:41:05pm |
re: #445 Ojoe
This in not unhappy in the big picture
I know. Guess I'm just letting my emotions wander too much.
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Alouette Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:41:10pm |
re: #431 doppelganglander
That's very inspiring. My overweight, Type II diabetic husband has made a huge effort lately -- gym membership, frequent testing of blood sugar, taking his meds, eating right, quitting smoking, all in the last 6 weeks.
Well, I must get working on my my husband!
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Eowyn2 Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:41:27pm |
no new comments?
Must be quitting time.
soon, my pretties, soon.
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Deafdog Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:42:12pm |
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the_flying_pig Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:42:14pm |
Rest in peace, Tim. His style, substance and hard-hitting political journalism on TV will be dearly missed. He's one of a kind.
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Typicalwhitey Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:42:16pm |
re: #452 Eowyn2
no new comments?
Must be quitting time.
soon, my pretties, soon.
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Mike in Georgia Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:43:09pm |
My father was 43, standing on the carport talking to my
mother. He had just had a complete physical and nothing
was wrong with him. Didn't smoke or drink and wasn't over
weight. Doc said he was dead when he hit the ground. My
grandfather on the other hand smoked 3 packs of Kools
a day, died in his sleep when he was 87.
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goddessoftheclassroom Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:43:33pm |
re: #453 Deafdog
Doh!
(I realized my error after I posted, but you caught my drift.)
A great moment in a great movie!
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Boogberg Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:44:31pm |
re: #387 Irene NYC
Perhaps you underestimate the enormous amount of pressure put on fair-minded journalists to just "[do] his job." I can vouch that it's easy today. Some 90% of the MSM is not just liberal, but tending left-liberal. To maintain your independence, as Tim Russert did, in this day and age was truly a feat worth praising.
I wouldn't say so. In fact, given his ratings and popularity, I'd say he was in that sought after position where he didn't have to take much crap from anyone. Is/was his job difficult? Perhaps. But then my job might have appeared difficult to him as well. In the mean time, he most likely put his working pants on the same way I do.
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Eowyn2 Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:45:22pm |
re: #455 Typicalwhitey
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I was actually able to read to the end of the comments and nothing new came up when I refreshed. SOOOOOO, since it is almost 6 pm Eastern, 5 pm Central and 4 pm Mountain, it must be quitting time for most everyone. I know I'm heading out early for the weekend. In about 15 minutes.
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SpartanWoman Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:45:54pm |
Wow, the WaPo referred to him as a former democrat operative.
I would not have expected that in a million years.
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opnion Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:46:20pm |
Someguys will politicise anything. Bill Press was just on Fox.
He is a Dem consultant. You have seen him , but heis a guy that you don't put a name with the face.
He compared Russert as a latter day Cronkite. When Russert said that Obama is the nominee it was like Cronkite declaring the Viet Nam War lost.
Inappropriate & Mr. Russert did not deserve the comparison
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Eowyn2 Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:47:41pm |
re: #458 Boogberg
I wouldn't say so. In fact, given his ratings and popularity, I'd say he was in that sought after position where he didn't have to take much crap from anyone. Is/was his job difficult? Perhaps. But then my job might have appeared difficult to him as well. In the mean time, he most likely put his working pants on the same way I do.
most likely but when you put your working pants on (I get to wear jeans) do you reach the minds of millions each day? Can you influence the way a million people look at a situation? To have that kind of power and not abuse it takes a strong person. Power corrupts, absolute power corrupts absolutely.
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Deafdog Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:47:45pm |
re: #459 Eowyn2
Not only that, but (and I mean this with no disrespect for the dead) this is the worst Friday afternoon drinking thread ever.
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Typicalwhitey Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:47:53pm |
I am saving a post for the new thread because it is too funny for this one.
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jcm Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:47:55pm |
re: #460 SpartanWoman
Wow, the WaPo referred to him as a former democrat operative.
I would not have expected that in a million years.
He worked for both Moynihan and Cuomo.
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JustMyView Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:48:20pm |
re: #460 SpartanWoman
Wow, the WaPo referred to him as a former democrat operative.
I would not have expected that in a million years.
Yes, he worked for both Mario Cuomo and Daniel Patrick Moynihan before turning to journalism.
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Eowyn2 Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:48:53pm |
re: #460 SpartanWoman
Wow, the WaPo referred to him as a former democrat operative.
I would not have expected that in a million years.
Press secretary for what's his face - a dem.
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Capitalist Tool Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:49:14pm |
re: #465 Deafdog
Not only that, but (and I mean this with no disrespect for the dead) this is the worst Friday afternoon drinking thread ever.
Agreed.
"... And they, since they/ Were not the one dead, turned to their affairs.”
-Robert Frost
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SusanL Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:49:18pm |
re: #364 Ciannaky
When I came to that realization, I apologized to all my co-workers.
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Kailen Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:49:32pm |
To those who are telling me that they prefer it when it's sudden...
I have to disagree, completely. Maybe for those who've had a full life, but to those who are still in their prime, or haven't even reached it yet, a sudden, unexpected death is horrible. Tim Russert was in the middle of doing a voice over when he, to put it bluntly, dropped dead. That's horrible. The man was still, to my knowledge, outwardly vibrant and healthy. He was still doing his job, which I assume he enjoyed doing. While it may be nice that he didn't have to suffer from a lengthy illness, I think it would have been better all around for him to have reached a point where he felt his life was complete enough. Maybe he did, I can't speak for him, but I would hate to go in the middle of something like that.
And if you want me to add my personal touch as to why a sudden loss is the worst: Long ago I lost my sister, and her two children, in a car accident. A different circumstance, to be sure, but it was still an "out of the blue", sudden loss. All three of them still had plenty of life in them, plenty yet to accomplish, but that life was snuffed out ahead of its time.
To die of a heart attack so suddenly like that may seem "peaceful", but it's still about as painful and traumatic experience for a family as can be.
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jcm Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:49:42pm |
re: #469 Sharmuta
Sorry, but that's just tacky.
Ruh! Roh!
gsimon
Registered since: Sep 15, 2007 at 7:43 pm
No. of comments posted: 2
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opnion Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:50:55pm |
re: #456 Mike in Georgia
My father was 43, standing on the carport talking to my
mother. He had just had a complete physical and nothing
was wrong with him. Didn't smoke or drink and wasn't over
weight. Doc said he was dead when he hit the ground. My
grandfather on the other hand smoked 3 packs of Kools
a day, died in his sleep when he was 87.
MY aunt/godmother also smoked 3 packs a day & died in her sleep in her mid eighties of natural causes, unrelated to smoking.
Still I would encorage anybody trying to quit to stay with it.
I was a smoker. Sucking down smoke just can't be good
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Racer X Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:51:06pm |
RIP Tim.
I imagine he is conducting one heck of an interview right about now.
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goddessoftheclassroom Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:51:08pm |
re: #474 Kailen
I am sorry for your loss.
I am so thankful that my dad faded over two days--long enough to come to terms with the situation but quick enough so that we didn't see hi, in pain or afraid.
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Sharmuta Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:52:07pm |
re: #480 Typicalwhitey
First crappy post on this thread....
So next time, please don't repeat it. Thanks.
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Ojoe Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:54:55pm |
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deathtotheswiss Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:55:49pm |
re: #480 Typicalwhitey
First crappy post on this thread....
That's actually a point I wanted to make. The major difference between conservative sites and "leftist" sites. The first 25 comments were all heart-felt and sympathetic. I scanned for a negative one and barely found it. Same on hotair.com, one negative comment about someone who died.
Look at the comments from the left on Heston, Reagan or any other figures from the right. Hateful bile.
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Mike in Georgia Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:56:15pm |
re: #477 opnion
I know, I need to quit too. It works different on different
people, still can't be healthy for anyone.
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Athos Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:56:20pm |
There's nothing wrong with #471 -except for that it contains the late and unlamented #463.
Sorry, VegasRick, but I think #471 needs to go too.
Stinky?
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Ojoe Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:57:39pm |
re: #486 deathtotheswiss
Don't sell us short, IMHO we are centrist here
most people are decent
Stan would have us think we are in the minority
to discourage us
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bosforus Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:57:42pm |
re: #484 Ojoe
Arrivedirci in Paradiso
last words of Don Bosco
you get what you believe in
You just made a lot of splodydopes very happy. ;)
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VegasRick Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:57:47pm |
re: #488 Athos
There's nothing wrong with #471 -except for that it contains the late and unlamented #463.
Sorry, VegasRick, but I think #471 needs to go too.
Stinky?
No need to be sorry, I say lose it as well. That guy/gal is a jerk.
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unrealizedviewpoint Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:58:04pm |
re: #463 gsimon
I was about to say something about leaving the door open and look what crawls in. First I decided to check how long it's been here and to my surprise I discovered It's been registered since Sep 15, 2007. It waited that long, to say that?
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runrabbitrun Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:58:06pm |
re: #477 opnion
MY aunt/godmother also smoked 3 packs a day & died in her sleep in her mid eighties of natural causes, unrelated to smoking.
Still I would encorage anybody trying to quit to stay with it.
I was a smoker. Sucking down smoke just can't be good
That's the problem with anecdotal evidence (not saying Mike in Georgia was trying to provide that. What Mike experienced was heart-freezingly awful, and my sympathy goes out to him.... =( )
Still, when 10 people cross a street wearing blinders, of course a certain number will always make it across alive. Doesn't make it a good idea, though. Best thing we all might do is cut our odds.
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Typicalwhitey Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:58:35pm |
re: #481 Sharmuta
Didn't realize I was repeating it.
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markx Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:59:01pm |
re: #475 jcm
What an idiot. Waited a long time to make an ass of himself.
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Ojoe Fri, Jun 13, 2008 2:59:25pm |
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Lizard by the Bay Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:00:13pm |
re: #492 unrealizedviewpoint
I was about to say something about leaving the door open and look what crawls in. First I decided to check how long it's been here and to my surprise I discovered It's been registered since Sep 15, 2007. It waited that long, to say that?
It could have been someone's sock puppet, kept in the closet until it was time for a tasteless post that the poster didn't want associated with themself (but still couldn't help themself).
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Sharmutah Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:02:17pm |
Tim was a decent man and a hard hitting journalist. Gonna mis him on Sunday morning. May his memory be a blessing
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vbspurs Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:03:21pm |
re: #497 Lizard by the Bay
It could have been someone's sock puppet, kept in the closet until it was time for a tasteless post that the poster didn't want associated with themself (but still couldn't help themself).
I'm on a board where the admin regularly purges accounts from duplicate IPs. I'm guessing Charles can't do that here? (Perhaps husband/wife duos might be affected)
Either way, it was deleted. Appropriately.
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grumpy old codger Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:03:31pm |
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loubob57 Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:04:25pm |
My father was 47 when his second heart attack killed him. His father was still living at the time as well. Someone losing a dad and son like this really hits home with me.
I shudder to think what will happen to MTP. If it goes the way of the rest of NBC news I guess I'll have an extra hour on Sunday mornings from now on.
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talon_262 Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:04:43pm |
Russert hasn't even assumed room temperature yet, but leftists (such as the KOStards) are already salivating over the prospect of Olberdouche taking Russert's place.
It's disgusting, disrespectful, and uncouth, but what do you expect from the KOSKiddies?
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Ojoe Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:07:02pm |
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Charles Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:07:06pm |
re: #500 vbspurs
I'm on a board where the admin regularly purges accounts from duplicate IPs. I'm guessing Charles can't do that here? (Perhaps husband/wife duos might be affected)
Either way, it was deleted. Appropriately.
If I blocked duplicate IPs there would only be one AOL user allowed here. And there are other proxy-based networks that share IPs. That's not a good approach to blocking.
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Charles Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:08:35pm |
The 'logged in' indicator, by the way, doesn't work in real time. (It can't. Too many variables.)
People show up as logged in if they've done something at the site during the past 30 minutes -- loaded a new page, posted a comment, anything that updates their session information.
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Irene NYC Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:08:57pm |
re: #458 Boogberg
I wouldn't say so. In fact, given his ratings and popularity, I'd say he was in that sought after position where he didn't have to take much crap from anyone. Is/was his job difficult? Perhaps. But then my job might have appeared difficult to him as well. In the mean time, he most likely put his working pants on the same way I do.
Hope everybody is so kind and thoughtful about you when you die.
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nihilist Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:10:22pm |
He was a first class journalist and a top notch interviewer. He was remarkably fair in his treatment of his political guests, which is commendable in this day and age of infotainment and sensationalism. He will be sorely missed.
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jdow-antijihad Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:10:28pm |
This is a sad event. My heart goes out to his family over this loss. He is a terrific loss to his profession.
Go with God, Tim.
{o.o}
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bosforus Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:10:49pm |
re: #505 Ojoe
bad translation. they get raisins I've heard
thompson's seedless
Yummy, I like raisins. Maybe I'll look into it.
///
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grumpy old codger Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:11:35pm |
I have no real strong convictions re the death of Tim Russert, one way or the other. I don't know if he was such a saint as is now porteyaed. I refer to John donne's comment re "Europe". I do regret his death.
As to the cause, genetics, DMII, CMS, etc., there are numerous factors that must be considered.
However, the MSM is spending a lot of time commiserating over ONE OF THEIR OWN. I wish the four soldiers, who may have been able to contribute a lot to this country, who were killed with my division, 10th MTN LI, received half as much courage and attention.
Russert died on the job. May God have mercy on his soul.
My compatriots died for their country, for you. MayGod have mercy on their souls.
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Racer X Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:11:40pm |
re: #508 Charles
Thanks for the clarification boss.
I was getting ready to give it a hard stare.
/oo/
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LC LaWedgie Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:11:42pm |
re: #504 talon_262
It's disgusting, disrespectful, and uncouth, but what do you expect from the KOSKiddies?
Oh about the same I'd expect from KO.
Russert was a class act, worth watching.
NBC is in huge trouble, now.
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vbspurs Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:12:19pm |
In my blogpost, I mention how some bloggers are already wondering who his Meet The Press successor will be.
The shortlist includes Matthews, Olbermann, Gregory, Mitchell, John Harwood or Chuck Todd. I wonder if Katie Couric might be coaxed back to her old network...
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Boogberg Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:13:29pm |
re: #464 Eowyn2
most likely but when you put your working pants on (I get to wear jeans) do you reach the minds of millions each day? Can you influence the way a million people look at a situation? To have that kind of power and not abuse it takes a strong person. Power corrupts, absolute power corrupts absolutely.
That's a good point, Eowyn2. But I don't think Russert gave that a lot of thought. I vaguely recall an interview with Russert as the guest and the guy was humble as all get out. It was basically "Hey, I just do my job the best I can. I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to do what I do". He was a regular guy! I don't think he would want praise for doing the job he was paid to do. O'reilly, on the other hand... :D
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GeeWiz Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:13:30pm |
RIP, Tim. I watched MTP every Sunday morning. I may not have always agreed with the positions he took but, as the true journalist he was, he could back them up with facts and therefore earned my respect. He can never be replaced.
Damn! Children should not die before their parents. As a fellow Catholic, my prayers go out to his family. May they find some peace in the fact that he earned the respect and love of so many of us.
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Dar ul Harb Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:15:52pm |
I remember on occasion when Tim Russert would show clips from Meet The Press in its original format, where the guest was interviewed by a panel of journalists.
Russert was apparently sufficient to replace a whole panel of other journalists.
R.I.P.
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LC LaWedgie Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:18:31pm |
re: #517 Boogberg
You can't compare Russert & O'Reilly, they aren't in the same tv genre...
Russert & Chris Wallace, a much closer comparison.
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Sharmuta Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:20:32pm |
re: #494 Typicalwhitey
Didn't realize I was repeating it.
You quoted it. Never a good idea to quote (repeat) a tacky, or otherwise nasty comment, lest you get deleted yourself- which you did.
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Boogberg Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:21:40pm |
re: #509 Irene NYC
Hope everybody is so kind and thoughtful about you when you die.
Well what do you want from me? I didn't know the man, other than seeing him on TV. I said RIP and I meant it.
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MarkX Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:24:03pm |
re: #516 vbspurs
In my blogpost, I mention how some bloggers are already wondering who his Meet The Press successor will be.
The shortlist includes Matthews, Olbermann, Gregory, Mitchell, John Harwood or Chuck Todd. I wonder if Katie Couric might be coaxed back to her old network...
Matthews ... too emotional/hot head, he doesn't know how to interview
Olbermann ... too _________ (pick one)
Gregory....too much of an empty suit... but 50/50
Mitchell ...female, could be the perfect candidate --bingo!
Harwood... possible --but long shot 100/1
Todd ....too inexperienced ...1,000/1
Couric ...ROFLMAO, my favorite.. she ruined CBS News (as if it need help) let her ruin NBC's premiere news show too
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jcm Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:28:39pm |
re: #495 markx
What an idiot. Waited a long time to make an ass of himself.
I noob I might give a break too, gently (or not) remind them of the decorum of the house. Not some who waits around to drop a load.
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calcajun Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:28:55pm |
re: #523 MarkX
Joe Scarborough?
Lou Dobbs--he might want out of CNN
Wolf Blitzer?
Hard to think of any semi-impartial folks.
Karl Rove? (As if)
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Boogberg Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:30:29pm |
re: #520 LC LaWedgie
You can't compare Russert & O'Reilly, they aren't in the same tv genre...
Russert & Chris Wallace, a much closer comparison.
Yes. I stand corrected.
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Typicalwhitey Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:30:34pm |
re: #521 Sharmuta
Ok. I said I didn't realize I had repeated it.
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LC LaWedgie Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:32:10pm |
re: #527 Boogberg
Not that I don't think O'Reilly is a bit whacked. :)
He beats the heck out of trying to stomach five minutes of Herr Olbermannnnn.
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calcajun Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:32:42pm |
Keep in mind folks the lines of John Donne:
"No man is an island, entire of itself; every
man is a piece of the continent, a part of the
main. If a clod be washed away by the sea,
Europe is the less, as well as if a promontory
were, as well as if a manor of thy friend's or
of thine own were: any man's death diminishes
me, because I am involved in mankind, and
therefore never send to know for whom the bells
tolls; it tolls for thee."
Many may have disliked Mr. Russert for his views, but his passing diminishes all of us. He had a wife and children and they are grieving tonight. Pray for them.
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rightymouse Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:33:21pm |
Thoughts and prayers for Mr. Russert's family. How awful this must be for everyone who loved him. Sunday is Father's Day. Methinks I shall spend the day telling the people I love how special they are to me.
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Dotcoman Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:34:24pm |
re: #523 MarkX
It's really too bad about Tim, especially so close to Father's Day. An event that by all accounts had more than some small meaning in the Russert household.
I just love how Tim got under the Clintonistas' skin this campaign season.
And I really hope they don't pick any of the lackluster lumps on that list to try to replace him.
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Dotcoman Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:37:02pm |
re: #520 LC LaWedgie
Good point. If they are even going to attempt to replace Tim, the bar should start right there with Chris.
You must be this tall to apply. That aught to cut the mental midgets out of the herd.
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vbspurs Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:38:19pm |
re: #523 MarkX
Matthews ... too emotional/hot head, he doesn't know how to interview
Olbermann ... too _________ (pick one)
Gregory....too much of an empty suit... but 50/50
Mitchell ...female, could be the perfect candidate --bingo!
Harwood... possible --but long shot 100/1
Todd ....too inexperienced ...1,000/1
Couric ...ROFLMAO, my favorite.. she ruined CBS News (as if it need help) let her ruin NBC's premiere news show too
Good wrap-up. I don't know much about Harwood/Tood (I don't want much television), but though Gregory is too partisan, and loves to make fun of President Bush more than other "serious" journalists do on-air (remember his "impression" on Leno?), might stand a chance.
Mitchell in the short-term, perhaps. She's the only one left in that joint with gravitas.
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mama winger Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:40:21pm |
Wow - I just got home and heard this sad news. I am stunned. Tim Russert was one of the journalists I could listen to without choking. I actually kind of liked him. He will be missed. Prayers for his wife, his son, and his dad.
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MarkX Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:42:14pm |
re: #532 Dotcoman
It's really too bad about Tim, especially so close to Father's Day. An event that by all accounts had more than some small meaning in the Russert household.
And I really hope they don't pick any of the lackluster lumps on that list to try to replace him.
Yeah ... I forgot about Father's Day Sunday.
He really, really loved and almost worshiped 'Big Russ'. I imagine it will be really tough on him. You know his father has to be so proud of him. He's the only famous person I recall to write a book about his relationship with his Dad. I can't even imagine my son becoming famous and writing a book about us.
Second point. All of the NBC line up is weak after Russert. He was the only reason to watch any news show on NBC. He can not be replaced. Just sad.
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Checker77 Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:42:24pm |
That's to bad, my thoughts go out to his family and friends.
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Richard Romano Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:44:08pm |
I'm saddened by this -- my deepest condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues. Mr. Russert will be missed. RIP.
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NY Nana Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:44:53pm |
re: #417 turn
One thing could be worse, choosing to remove a dying parent from life support. It really hurts.
My Dad had Ca of the pancreas, and I had to talk to my Mum and help her to understand that keeping my Dad on life support would only prolong his suffering, as she had power of attorney...my Mum did something she never did before; she slapped me across the face. I was 45 at the time ...I am an RN (now retired, BTW). After a few hours, my Mum realized that it was the right thing to do.
We took her home, as she had had another heart attack a month earlier, and my husband and I and 3 of our kids went back to the hospital to say goodby; 1 other was in university..my Dad was in a semi-comatose condition, but seemed to know we were there. We had to leave, to go back to NY from Boston, to prepare our clothes, etc.
My Dad died at 1:27 AM...I was called. We left here about 6 AM to be with my Mum ASAP
And also notify the oldest to get to Boston . He was awake when I called, in Buffalo, as he had a funny feeling. He flew into Logan not that long after we got there in the AM, and my husband picked him up. The other 3 kids and I stayed with my Mum.
I would never want anyone to go through this, and then, 15 days later, to lose their Mum...or vice versa.
I honestly cannot remember the drive back to Boston...too numb at the time.
No matter how old we are, losing a parent is unbearable, but the loss of a child? My daughter in alw and son lost a twin daughter, a micro-preemie, at 36 hours of age, an ironic number, as in Judaism, any number divisible by 18 (Chai=life) is a good number.
My now 8 year old granddaughter knows..she realized it. And she breaks down in tears about it. The kids? All we can do is hug them tight when they mention it, and let them talk...never in front of my granddaughter.
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big L Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:46:18pm |
535-vbspurs- forgot Brokaw-- it is only once a week, he could prep it at home.
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LC LaWedgie Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:46:35pm |
re: #534 Dotcoman
Simply because the NBC organization has no one else to replace Russert and no other shows worth watching, they just might put out the bucks to steal Wallace away from Fox. This could be an interesting bidding war. "Meet the Press" deserves no less.
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avspatti Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:47:45pm |
Very sad news indeed. My condolences to his family at this time. Only 58 years old . . . way too young. He will surely be missed by all who applaud fairness in television. May he rest in peace.
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Boogberg Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:47:49pm |
re: #529 LC LaWedgie
Not that I don't think O'Reilly is a bit whacked. :)
He beats the heck out of trying to stomach five minutes of Herr Olbermannnnn.
No, it was a crappy comparison on my part. O'Reilly isn't a journalist (not now, anyways). He's an info-tainer. Just like Lou Dobbs, Keith Olberman, Rush Limbaugh, Glenn Beck...you know the ones.
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Moody Leo Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:51:25pm |
re: #501 grumpy old codger
I agree, it is worse for parent to lose a child, my oldest brother and Sister in law lost a daughter and a son to Cystic Fibrosis. The first, a daughter was sudden and when we found out it ran in our families. It spurred us along with other families to sponsor a house so that parents would have a place to stay when children were in hospital or children could stay if they were from out of town and just needed to see Dr. Their son was the first poster child for our efforts, and he inspired many people by the time he died at age 22.
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mama winger Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:51:33pm |
Rush Limbaugh Statement on Tim Russert's Death:
"It's just a shame. Tim was a regular guy with that perpetual smile he wore naturally all the time. He loved life and got everything he could out of it. Whether it was at dinner here in Florida while his son was taking golf lessons, or on the set of Meet The Press, Tim was always the same with me: genuine. He never condescended to anyone and was the consummate professional. He will be hard to replace. He was the closest thing there was at any of the networks to an objective journalist."
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MarkX Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:54:59pm |
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NY Nana Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:55:52pm |
re: #458 Boogberg
Could you please look up the word 'empathy' in the dictionary?
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Captain Hate Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:55:56pm |
re: #461 opnion
Someguys will politicise anything. Bill Press was just on Fox.
He is a Dem consultant. You have seen him , but heis a guy that you don't put a name with the face.
He compared Russert as a latter day Cronkite. When Russert said that Obama is the nominee it was like Cronkite declaring the Viet Nam War lost.
Inappropriate & Mr. Russert did not deserve the comparison
Wow, that's the most inappropriate tone-deaf comparison I've ever heard. Of course he's been exposed to all the recent Obamboozling spew so I wouldn't raise my expectations about him making any sense between now and mid-November.
RIP Mr Russert.
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Captain Hate Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:59:13pm |
re: #543 LC LaWedgie
Simply because the NBC organization has no one else to replace Russert and no other shows worth watching, they just might put out the bucks to steal Wallace away from Fox. This could be an interesting bidding war. "Meet the Press" deserves no less.
Chris Wallace of FNS? For whatever reason I find him incredibly irritating. I think the show took a big dive when Tony Snow left it.
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mama winger Fri, Jun 13, 2008 3:59:33pm |
Tim Russert was in Italy this past week and had an audience with the Pope. From all accounts he was a devout Catholic. I am glad he had the opportunity to talk of spiritual matters in the days before his death. May God grant him eternal rest.
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avspatti Fri, Jun 13, 2008 4:07:05pm |
re: #117 DistantThunder
Is it better to go fast - or slow? I think slow is better.
Fast is better for the one who dies, but terrible for those left behind. My mother died at 58 also. Got a virus and was gone in two days. Awful.
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Tilly Fri, Jun 13, 2008 4:07:52pm |
He really was a good person. I loved his book about he and his father. It was wonderful.
God bless..
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LeePro Fri, Jun 13, 2008 4:08:29pm |
This makes me very sad. My prayers go to his family and friends. My hope is that he rests with God.
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grumpy old codger Fri, Jun 13, 2008 4:11:04pm |
re: #546 Moody LeoMy condolences. Losing children, especially to a congenital disorder, is heartbreaking. My prayers go out to you.
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Tilly Fri, Jun 13, 2008 4:16:53pm |
Sorry to double post but you are so right. My father was a very accomplished litigator (yes I am bias but he really was enthralling defense medical malpractice lawyer and even those who hated would tell you he was a Race Horse Haynes).
He died of a brain aneurysm at 50 on his way to depose an expert witness.
He and my mother had been married since they were 17 and she knew no other life than being by his side. She died 4 years later at 53 of a massive heart attack.
The loss was devastating beyond words for my brother and I but I thank God for taking them with a lightning strike so they did not suffer.
The repercussions from their loss are still taking place today... Those that are left behind carry the burdens that might not ever be seen.
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realwest Fri, Jun 13, 2008 4:17:39pm |
RIP Mr. Russert and my condolences and sympathies to your family and friends.
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curt9988 Fri, Jun 13, 2008 4:21:05pm |
Ditto: Seemed like a good guy. Always reminded me of Cousin Eddie from Vacation.
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Challenger Fri, Jun 13, 2008 4:22:51pm |
Rest in peace. Condolences to Tim's family.
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justacanuck Fri, Jun 13, 2008 4:30:56pm |
What a massive loss this is. Tim's MTP is something I never miss here on Sunday morning.
Journalists of his credibility and fairness are a very rare breed and the hole he leaves on the scene is huge. My only hope is that the utter buffoons in the field might find some humility and leave the field. Yes KO, I'm talking to you.
Major condolences from Canada.
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Jefiner Fri, Jun 13, 2008 4:32:00pm |
Rest in peace, Tim--you will be sorely missed.
I didn't always agree with him, but appreciated his hard work and genuine enthusiasm. And I still think his best interview was with VP Cheney, right after 9/11. There was no Democrat, Republican, journalist or politico--just Americans telling their story about that most awful day.
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justacanuck Fri, Jun 13, 2008 4:33:50pm |
re: #516 vbspurs
In my blogpost, I mention how some bloggers are already wondering who his Meet The Press successor will be.
The shortlist includes Matthews, Olbermann, Gregory, Mitchell, John Harwood or Chuck Todd. I wonder if Katie Couric might be coaxed back to her old network...
*puke*
I understand that Olby is now leading the coverage of Tim's passing on MSNBC. What a disgusting outrage.
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arizona9 Fri, Jun 13, 2008 4:35:06pm |
I was shocked and saddened to hear of this awful news.
After the shock--another thought registered--this is the end of NBC news. Russert was the only thing keeping that network and MSNBC from going completely over the cliff. Like others have said, he was the closest thing to objective in network news. With his passing, and Brokaw's semi retirement, it's over.
I really would have liked to watch his collegues comment on his passing on MSNBC but was horrified to see Olbermann's repulsive mug doing anchor duties. Hell, we didn't even have a day to mourn before they thrust that douchebag front and center. It really is repulsive that Keith, the glaring symbol, of everything that is wrong at NBC and MSNBC, was chosen for that duty today. It is a slap in Tim's face, imo, since you know Russert had to be as disgusted as everyone else with the bluring of the line between commentary and straight news which Keith represented. Russert didn't have the luxury of voicing that opinion like Brokaw did(giving Keithy the smackdown recently)-but he had to have felt the same. So, to have Olbermann anchoring today's coverage is simply unforgivable and only underscores the massive gulf between the two.
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Boogberg Fri, Jun 13, 2008 4:51:57pm |
re: #549 NY Nana
Could you please look up the word 'empathy' in the dictionary?
I empathise as much as I can. The fact is, I didn't know the man. I never talked with him like I am with you. I would be more shaken up if a lizard whom I've communicated with right here had passed away. It's not a lack of empathy, it a lack of two-way familiarity.
I will reveal a weakness of mine though. I absolutely despise celebrity worship. Unless it's Frank Sinatra. :D
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GeeWiz Fri, Jun 13, 2008 4:54:26pm |
re: #565 arizona9
The only thing I regret more than Tim's passing is the thought of the Olberdunce's glee about a position that has opened up. You know that there was no love lost between Russert and the big "O". Tim viewed the Olberdunce the way we do and now he has passed the big "O" willl seize the opportunity. Yes, his ego is just that big. IMHO, Tim Russert kept NBC above CBS in the ratings. Now that "Little Russ" has passed, just what does NBC have to offer?
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marjoriemoon Fri, Jun 13, 2008 4:57:08pm |
My family always watched Meet the Press when I was a child and I've never missed a Sunday with Tim over the last 10 years. He felt like a friend to me and I'm shocked to hear of this horrible news.
It's like an end of an era with so few journalists if any who could match his hard hitting, no nonsense, unbaised style. My heartfelt condolences to his family, NBC and the rest of us who will have to endure the news without him. Rest in peace, dear Tim.
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avspatti Fri, Jun 13, 2008 5:10:14pm |
re: #468 JustMyView
Yes, he worked for both Mario Cuomo and Daniel Patrick Moynihan before turning to journalism.
I hate the word 'operative'. Sounds sleazy somehow.
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Boogberg Fri, Jun 13, 2008 5:13:35pm |
I'll make a prediction/statement/bet right now. Theres no way in hell Olberman will ever take over as regular host of Meet the Press.
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grumpy old codger Fri, Jun 13, 2008 5:16:02pm |
PIMF should have been coverage versus courage.
Nontheless, the comments stand.
Couage under fire versus courage at the microphone.
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GeeWiz Fri, Jun 13, 2008 5:17:01pm |
I think we all should keep in mind that he died before his father, just after a trip celebrating his son's college graduation and to add more pain, 2 days before Father's Day. As a son and a father, I am very saddened by the pain visited upon his family when one considers the importance he placed on a father's influence on one's life. Once again, my prayers go out to his family, especially to his son and Dad.
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Boogberg Fri, Jun 13, 2008 5:28:29pm |
re: #571 rightside
never say never.
Care to make a friendly wager, sailor? :D
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ladyk Fri, Jun 13, 2008 5:29:25pm |
RIP, Mr. R, and prayers to his poor family. He and his white board will always be part of my Election 2000 memories.
Keith O. has on Chris Matthews right now, and the prick (Matthews) actually had the gall to turn this thing into an anti-Iraq War statement, also managing to obliquely insult Russert along the way. He mentioned that he had a conversation about Russert about "how can this war possibly be justified", and Russert responded that if Iraq had a nuke, that had to be dealt with. Matthews then said that Russert truly represented America, in that "they knew how to sell this war, they knew which button to push", insinuating that only truly stupid, easily scared people, of course, could ever support this war.
Disgusting. Russert deserves much better than that.
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ethanxxx Fri, Jun 13, 2008 5:31:11pm |
I can honestly say that Mr. Russert was my favorite of all the Top Journalists. Meet the Press was the only news show, outside of Fox, that I watched on a regular basis. He was the epitome of Fairness. From the comments that I have seen and read today, the feeling that we have lost a great American Icon is universal. Sundays will never be the same.
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GeeWiz Fri, Jun 13, 2008 5:40:34pm |
Addendum to my post @573.
After the shock of the news of TR's passing wore off, I wondered just who was delegated to pass this news to "Big Russ" two days before Father's Day? I can't speak for anyone other than myself, but I know I could never do it. Never mind passing to this terrible news to his son and wife. The timing could not have been worse for someone that valued a father in their life as Tim R. did.
R.I.P., Tim. May your passing instill your values in others.
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HR Guy Fri, Jun 13, 2008 5:41:41pm |
What a loss. I can respect someone I disagree with when they are fair. Russert was fair.
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Jaydee Fri, Jun 13, 2008 5:42:43pm |
Being he recently just arrived back from Italy, makes me wonder if it was a case of DVT. It's a long flight.
Very sad.
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arizona9 Fri, Jun 13, 2008 5:47:45pm |
Keith O. has on Chris Matthews right now, and the prick (Matthews) actually had the gall to turn this thing into an anti-Iraq War statement
Help me get my jaw off the floor.
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DistantThunder Fri, Jun 13, 2008 5:52:05pm |
re: #337 redheadredstate
That's it, my hubby is 6'3", overweight and has been having all kinds of health problems lately. I'm MAKING him go get a physical! He's only a few years younger than Tim Russert. And to answer a question from a previous poster on whether or not it's better to go fast or slow I'll tell you from personally observing my fathers passing and my father-in-law's passing it's better to go fast than slow.
I'm putting up a picture of Tim next to our treadmill.
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Suzette Fri, Jun 13, 2008 5:53:05pm |
Rest in Peace and much comfrot for the family of the Russet family.
I know Tim Russet wasn't a soldier ....but this a fine song.
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offendi Fri, Jun 13, 2008 5:58:52pm |
Olberman will now be even more out of control, because Russert will not be around to make Olberman temper himself in order to have a shot at succeeding Russert. This will be a positive for Republicans this fall because Olberman is on course to make a comment or two about McCain that will be totally over the line and inexcusable, and reflect badly on the entire leftist media.
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Independent Voter123 Fri, Jun 13, 2008 6:00:29pm |
re: #584 offendi
I'm not being dramatic, but I DO think Olbaermann is crazy.
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Mich-again Fri, Jun 13, 2008 6:04:45pm |
Tim Russert always seemed to ask really good questions. Sure going to miss him. Prayers for the family and friends.
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NY Nana Fri, Jun 13, 2008 6:06:22pm |
re: #579 Jaydee
I was wondering the same thing earlier. Especially since he was a Type II diabetic. I heard that they are doing a post-mortem, which should give the answer to the cause of death.He cannot be replaced, and that smile?
I sadly suspect that NBC will appoint some hack to sit in his chair.
May he rest in peace.
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GeeWiz Fri, Jun 13, 2008 6:09:14pm |
I guess that I could condense my previous posts to this simple statement:
Today, two days before Father's Day, a father lost a son and a son lost a father.
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NY Nana Fri, Jun 13, 2008 6:12:25pm |
re: #575 ladyk
How can you stand to watch him?
Happily Colmes is not on tonight, and Hannity and a female reporter are eulogizing Tim Russert so nicely. And there is sadness, respect, and also sincere caring.
I can't really believe yet that he is gone. I wonder when his wife and son will be back? They must be more than half way here, I assume.
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ladyk Fri, Jun 13, 2008 6:16:22pm |
#590
Because Russert looks even better than he was by comparison. Self-punishment, I guess, because it really drives home the fact that the MSM is now a big leap farther down the toilet without Russert's fairness.
Bob Costas is on now. Bob Costas makes everything better. Well, almost. I didn't now that Russert was on the board at Cooperstown.
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Boogberg Fri, Jun 13, 2008 6:18:52pm |
re: #396 Athos
No offense, but there is a lot that someone in Russert's position could have done that would not have embraced ethics and integrity. Russert did not do that. Even those who disagree with his politics admit that Russert embraced and demonstrated ethics, integrity, and professionalism in his field.
I might have misread the 'tone' in your post, but this is a person who through is role in journalism touched many, influenced many, and did so with a quiet professionalism. It would be nice if everyone took that approach to their jobs and with the people they have contact with.
I missed your comment, Athos. Sorry.
I have to disagree. You're attributing qualities to Russert that journalists are expected to have. I see no reason to give Russert any kind of special consideration for his work just because some (or even most) of his colleagues are fucking unethical scumbags.
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U.S.S. Nixon Fri, Jun 13, 2008 6:19:13pm |
RIP Tim.. Prays to him and his family. No matter what you thought of him he was always fair on Meet The Press. No matter if they were Democrat or Republican he always put the heat on the guest
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NY Nana Fri, Jun 13, 2008 6:23:55pm |
re: #593 U.S.S. Nixon
Ouch! I meant to dig you up...I am so sorry. Can some kind lizard or 2 please plus U.S.S Nixon's post?
Please?
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tokyobk Fri, Jun 13, 2008 6:30:43pm |
I will miss him too.
Some people have been wondering about the cause and only his doctors know for sure, but if he did indeed have type II diabetes, and even not, he was obviously in a high body-fat percentage category.
Every time I go back to the States I am struck by how large people are and wonder if they know the risks of belly fat or is it the sheer abundance that the free market creates wealth and mild obesity will always go together. Actually, now the Japanese are getting literally rich and fat as well. On the plus side, young men and women grow tall, on the minus, "metabolic syndrome," or a huge midriff which leads to diabetes and heart problems are also getting prevalent.
Anyway, I could tell from things he said that he loved his family above all and they must be suffering terribly this Father`s Day.
For those who want the reference, here is the world`s guru on keeping your fat % down which is a great step to preventing diabetes and maintaining good heart health, google Tom Venuto, who is the author of "Burn the Fat, Feed the Muscle." There are others but he is a bodybuilder who writes in normal language to regular people about the body and how it makes fat and muscle.
I have no financial gain but not sure the protocal for linking paid-for-sites, so I wont.
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6pat6 Fri, Jun 13, 2008 6:32:28pm |
Holy crap! I just now read that Tim Russert died at work today! You know what? He was probably the LAST TV journalist left with any integrity worth mentioning. There are still a couple left, but he was the one with the highest profile AND the highest ethics of any around today.
RIP, Tim Russert. What a shame.
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Grammy Cracker Fri, Jun 13, 2008 6:48:46pm |
I heard Sean Hannity announce it this afternoon while running errands....I still don't quite believe it. He really was the last of a special breed who tried to get it right, asked the tough questions and treated people of all stripes with some respect.
His books about fatherhood are wonderful. He will be missed.
Prayers for his family, especially his wife and son Luke....
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Clutch Fri, Jun 13, 2008 6:49:31pm |
RIP, Mr. Russert and my sympathies to all of you family and those that loved you.
(I'm gonna be 52 in a few weeks and need to lose this paunch. Me and my next door neighbor have been getting up at 0530 to go walking/jogging for 3 miles with the goal of getting up to 5. I can do that easy, but my buddy needs to lose more poundage than I, so I'm going at his pace. No weight loss to speak of, but the clothes aren't as tight and the BP is getting down to the normal range. I've also cut way back on the booze during the week and try not to drink on any evening when I have to work the next day. When I do drink, it is in moderation, although sometimes ya just gotta have another...)
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NY Nana Fri, Jun 13, 2008 6:51:57pm |
re: #595 snowcrash
All set Nana. Saw your request in the SPY!
Thank you! I keep forgetting to use it.
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NY Nana Fri, Jun 13, 2008 6:53:36pm |
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GeeWiz Fri, Jun 13, 2008 6:58:16pm |
Tim Russert "got it". I suspect that he was the only one at NBC news that "got It". I see nothing but bad things coming from his passing for NBC. At LGF, we have spoken about TR's complaints about the new heirs to NBC's plan (ie: the Olberdunce).
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carbon footprint Fri, Jun 13, 2008 7:01:57pm |
I can not begin to explain it but this has hit me extremely hard. It is the most shocking reaction that took me by total surprise. I feel such guilt because in my heart I despised him at times because of his politics. However, he was always fair. I have learned a great lesson from this. I mourn and weep tonight for a great man, a great father and a fellow American who was taken from our world way too soon. MTP will never be the same. Go with God Tim. You have left your impact on a man that did not know you and was, at least, suspect of you because of your politics. In the end, politics be damned. You will be missed.
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harley2002 Fri, Jun 13, 2008 7:16:44pm |
Sad I pray for his family. Why do the good die young? A bit biased but still a working mans journalist one of the last we will see.
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GeeWiz Fri, Jun 13, 2008 7:28:44pm |
re: #602 NY Nana
No problemo! The sentiment is what counts! Point taken and returned, LOL!
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Moody Leo Fri, Jun 13, 2008 8:17:58pm |
re: #557 grumpy old codger
Grumpy Thank you. Now we have Hilman House that serves the Arklatex area if people need it. Sometimes you have to focus the grief to get things done. Which means I need to put those pictures by my exercise equipment to remind me to take care of myself so I can take care of mine.
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mattm Fri, Jun 13, 2008 8:37:06pm |
re: #12 Charles
Tim Russert was one of the last TV interviewers who still valued fairness and honesty. What a shame.
RIP. He will be missed. Of all the MSM news anchors he was one of the most fair and I didn't mind watching him.
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carbon footprint Fri, Jun 13, 2008 8:45:28pm |
re: #12 Charles
Tim Russert was one of the last TV interviewers who still valued fairness and honesty. What a shame.
Indeed Charles. It is most refreshing to see this class from you. In contrast, try to imagine if Brent Hume had died and see how the HuffPo and Kos people would react.
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tradewind Fri, Jun 13, 2008 9:16:03pm |
May he rest in peace, and may his wife and son be comforted.
He gave a hard time to conservatives, but an equally hard time to those on the left, so you knew that even when he was skewering someone you liked, he would do the same to your worst nightmares.
I will miss seeing and hearing him, and I shudder to think of some who may replace him in the MTP spot.
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tradewind Fri, Jun 13, 2008 9:19:33pm |
re: #597 tokyobk
His personal physician was interviewed and explained that his death was due to a sudden and unforseeable placque rupture that caused irreversible v-fib.
Regardless of Russert's risk factors, that kind of cardiac event could happen to a marathon runner of normal weight.....
and has.
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cry_havoc Fri, Jun 13, 2008 9:32:32pm |
God speed Mr. Russert. We have lost an judicial journalist, and none are for the better.
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pleaseandthankyou Fri, Jun 13, 2008 11:21:15pm |
I wanted to see what his home network was saying so I clicked over to NBC just in time to hear Olberman say something to the effect of "for all of us who strive for impartiality, he was the best". This made me ill to hear such hypocrisy and dishonesty from Olberman, to have included himself in the "us", that I couldn't switch channels fast enough. RIP Tim Russert. You were a good man.
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tokyobk Fri, Jun 13, 2008 11:25:25pm |
re: #612 tradewind
His personal physician was interviewed and explained that his death was due to a sudden and unforseeable placque rupture that caused irreversible v-fib.
Regardless of Russert's risk factors, that kind of cardiac event could happen to a marathon runner of normal weight.....
and has.
Yes, the runner Jim Fix died of a heart attack, no? In any case, it won`t bring russert back anyway. Its all very sad.
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Obsidiandog Sat, Jun 14, 2008 4:09:10am |
Unfortunately with Russert's untimely passing, so goes the last shred of journalistic integrity at NBC News. It will be interesting (maybe not) to see what kind of a zoo that place turns into without his influence. Like him or not, he wasn't one of the crazies.
Rest in Peace.
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