I just got the news that Tim Russert died. Just 58.... that's it.
In the mire of journalistic bozos that are unashamedly biased, but
more important, just plain stupid he was a real bright spot.
I like that fact (even though I may not have like the questions) that
he asked intelligent questions on an impromptu basis, and it wasn't
about the horse crap issues the talking heads dwell on.
I watched him almost every Sunday with my coffee in hand when he was
on NBC. I liked the fact that he seemed pretty even handed. After he
left, I quit watching the political shows altogether. I don't need
the agitation of listening to sensationalizing idiots looking for a
sound byte to further their careers..
I liked the fact he wasn't embarrassed or ashamed to be an American.
I listened to him dig into the knotty problems of all that has gone
wrong over the last several years in the US domestically and in our
foreign affairs, and never once did he intimate the self loathing from
being an American that the talking heads do.
Apparently he was a great father, husband, son and family man. In the
interviews I have seen of him, his biggest source or pride was his
family. He really seemed to me to mean it, too. To me, that alone
makes him a special kind of guy.
So long, Tim. You will be missed.
Do yourself a favor, and don't look down to see what kind of moron
they find to put in your place.
Robert
>
> A glaring contrast to the current trend of big lipped/big titted,
> ex-lawyer bimbos gushing what passes for commentary.
That's the point, Mr Russert was best at asking questions, not mouthing
off opinions. He let other Talking Heads mouth off, he just controlled
the conversation.
RIP, you done good.
On Jun 13, 7:35=A0pm, "[email protected]" <[email protected]>
wrote:
> I just got the news that Tim Russert died. =A0Just 58.... that's it.
>
> In the mire of journalistic bozos that are unashamedly biased, but
> more important, just plain stupid he was a real bright spot.
> I like that fact (even though I may not have like the questions) that
> he asked intelligent questions on an impromptu basis, and it wasn't
> about the horse crap issues the talking heads dwell on.
>
> I watched him almost every Sunday with my coffee in hand when he was
> on NBC. =A0I liked the fact that he seemed pretty even handed. =A0After he=
> left, I quit watching the political shows altogether. =A0I don't need
> the agitation of listening to sensationalizing idiots looking for a
> sound byte to further their careers..
>
> I liked the fact he wasn't embarrassed or ashamed to be an American.
> I listened to him dig into the knotty problems of all =A0that has gone
> wrong over the last several years in the US domestically and in our
> foreign affairs, and never once did he intimate the self loathing from
> being an American that the talking heads do.
>
> Apparently he was a great father, husband, son and family man. =A0In the
> interviews I have seen of him, his biggest source or pride was his
> family. =A0He really seemed to me to mean it, too. =A0To me, that alone
> makes him a special kind of guy.
>
> So long, Tim. =A0You will be missed.
>
> Do yourself a favor, and don't look down to see what kind of moron
> they find to put in your place.
>
I don't think I have watched 'Meet The Press' more than a dozen times
in the last umpteen years.
I have seen Russert interviewed and I have seen him offer his opinions
when asked as part of a 'panel'.
I can't say he ever bothered me, made me feel talked down to, or felt
he was arrogant.
He came across as a professional, doing his job, and if a personal
opinion was included, he'd say that.
But...... shit... 58. With his health-care package, non-smoker, only a
little over-weight, dropping dead like that is not a bad way to
go..albeit WAY too soon. (I am one year older, ffs.)
Who's next? Can they find another Bill O'?
In a world of sensationalized entertainment posing as new
in a world of talking heads who, without an earpliece telling them
what to say, couldn't utter two consecutive sentences on any
thing substantial
in a world where arguements and shouting matches are billed
as informative
in world where advancing one's career trumps honesty and
integrity
in a world changing at an accelerating rate
there was this guy Tim who did his homework and asked the
important questions and kept at it 'til he got an answer,
without being rude or obnoxious
This guy was a really good example of a gentleman.
A good son
a good husband
a good father
a good friend to so many
an honest journalist and interviewer
By his example perhaps "the news" folks will get
embarassed and get back to reporting - not
"entertainment".
When a guy like this goes so unexpectedly
and so relatively young - the first impulse
is to rage against the unfairness of things.
A little reflection and the realization that
we had the opportunity to see a wonderful
example of how IT can be done
- son, husband, father, friend, journalist
and gentleman - in the turist sense of the
word.
On Jun 14, 11:56=A0am, Larry Blanchard <[email protected]> wrote:
> On Fri, 13 Jun 2008 21:42:22 -0700, Mark & Juanita wrote:
> > [email protected] wrote:
>
> >> I just got the news that Tim Russert died. =A0Just 58.... that's it.
>
> > =A0 ...yep =A0While he may have leaned somewhat left, he =A0had the jour=
nalistic
> > integrity to ask tough questions of either side -- that's a trait greatl=
y
> > lacking in others in the media.
>
> He didn't lean left - he leaned Catholic :-).
>
> And yes, we'll all miss him. =A0I was looking forward to his attempts to
> keep Obama and McCain honest. =A0Won't be half as interesting without him.=
>
> At least he went quick - I hope I go as quickly.
Yup, I don't want any advanced notice of my demise either. Quick is
good.
I don't have to get my affairs in order. I have no affair going at
this particular moment in time. <G>
Of course, that would be another quick way to go... I just tell Angela
I have a girlfriend..LOL
"Mark & Juanita" wrote in message
> [email protected] wrote:
>
> > I just got the news that Tim Russert died. Just 58.... that's it.
> >
>
> ...yep While he may have leaned somewhat left, he had the journalistic
> integrity to ask tough questions of either side -- that's a trait greatly
> lacking in others in the media.
>
> He will definitely be missed; thoughts and prayers for his family.
A glaring contrast to the current trend of big lipped/big titted, ex-lawyer
bimbos gushing what passes for commentary.
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[email protected] wrote:
> I just got the news that Tim Russert died. Just 58.... that's it.
>
...yep While he may have leaned somewhat left, he had the journalistic
integrity to ask tough questions of either side -- that's a trait greatly
lacking in others in the media.
He will definitely be missed; thoughts and prayers for his family.
--
If you're going to be dumb, you better be tough
"Pat Barber" wrote
> Now wait a minute.... I happen to like big lipped/big titted
> bimbos, I just don't ask them for commentary.
>
> Swingman wrote:
>
> > A glaring contrast to the current trend of big lipped/big titted,
ex-lawyer
> > bimbos gushing what passes for commentary.
:)
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KarlC@ (the obvious)
On Fri, 13 Jun 2008 21:42:22 -0700, Mark & Juanita wrote:
> [email protected] wrote:
>
>> I just got the news that Tim Russert died. Just 58.... that's it.
>>
> ...yep While he may have leaned somewhat left, he had the journalistic
> integrity to ask tough questions of either side -- that's a trait greatly
> lacking in others in the media.
>
He didn't lean left - he leaned Catholic :-).
And yes, we'll all miss him. I was looking forward to his attempts to
keep Obama and McCain honest. Won't be half as interesting without him.
At least he went quick - I hope I go as quickly.
On Fri, 13 Jun 2008 16:35:54 -0700 (PDT), "[email protected]"
<[email protected]> wrote:
>I just got the news that Tim Russert died. Just 58.... that's it.
I quite liked him!
RIP, much too soon!
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<[email protected]> wrote:
>I just got the news that Tim Russert died. Just 58.... that's it.
Just turned on the tube and got the news.
Felt like I had just taken one between the eyes.
My immediate thoughts were of my father who cashed in at 54.
After that his son, I was about his age when my dad died.
Then his father followed by his wife.
No one expects to bury a child.
As I type this, I remember the advice given at a sales training course
many years ago.
"The meter is always running."
No point in going to bed at night with unsettled petty grudges.
You never know.
Lew
I think what made him likeable and credible was his genuine interest in what
he was doing. Most all people on TV delivering the news and their views
these days are simply drones.
<[email protected]> wrote in message
news:24a91913-293c-408e-a514-2c0f3591b499@m45g2000hsb.googlegroups.com...
>I just got the news that Tim Russert died. Just 58.... that's it.
>
> In the mire of journalistic bozos that are unashamedly biased, but
> more important, just plain stupid he was a real bright spot.
> I like that fact (even though I may not have like the questions) that
> he asked intelligent questions on an impromptu basis, and it wasn't
> about the horse crap issues the talking heads dwell on.
>
> I watched him almost every Sunday with my coffee in hand when he was
> on NBC. I liked the fact that he seemed pretty even handed. After he
> left, I quit watching the political shows altogether. I don't need
> the agitation of listening to sensationalizing idiots looking for a
> sound byte to further their careers..
>
> I liked the fact he wasn't embarrassed or ashamed to be an American.
> I listened to him dig into the knotty problems of all that has gone
> wrong over the last several years in the US domestically and in our
> foreign affairs, and never once did he intimate the self loathing from
> being an American that the talking heads do.
>
> Apparently he was a great father, husband, son and family man. In the
> interviews I have seen of him, his biggest source or pride was his
> family. He really seemed to me to mean it, too. To me, that alone
> makes him a special kind of guy.
>
> So long, Tim. You will be missed.
>
> Do yourself a favor, and don't look down to see what kind of moron
> they find to put in your place.
>
> Robert