Tim Russert died

[Smiling JOe]

I can't believe how much attention the media is dedicating to this. It's as if a former president died or something. Yes, someone died today, he had a job in media, and family. That's sad. But is this really such big news that it warrents upstaging what went on in the race today? Or how many people died today in Africa, or Iraq? The air of self importance in all this just makes ill.

edit: and as you all may have guessed, I'm not a huge fan of the main street media.

Russert was better liked than several former Presidents. I heard that last week, Tim went to listen to the Pope speak. I will miss listening to the man very much, but when someone who lives a full life passes on, we shouldn't be sad. Death is part of life and it will happen to every one of us, at no announced time. Live each moment to the fullest, and you won't regret life, when death comes knocking. Here's an idea: tell people your thoughts about them while they are still alive and can appreciate them. They cannot hear you after they die. Go find some people today, and tell them what you think. No Regrets!

 

[Beach Runner]

Sad to say but in Chicago, R Kelley has been topping the news instead of Tim Russert's sudden death.
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Ironically the Tim Russert and the R. Kelly stories were side-by-side on page 3 of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution today.

 

[Rita]

So sad. Election night will not be the same without him.

Nor will my Sunday mornings!..

He was a moderator's moderator. The epitome of fairness, with an ability to connect to all. It is not an easy task. How many journalists can you think of who can pull it off?

Right on!

30ashopper, he's one of the few people who deserves this much attention. I understand what you are saying about what is considered newsworthy and a priority, but he is an icon of note.

It's nice to see the media devoting time to a person who is famous for years of hard work, class, and dedication rather than a celebutante who can't remember to wear undies.

Considering he had 48 honorary doctorates (one received when he was the speaker at MY graduation BTW), was involved in a variety of historical events, was a successful author, and won many awards including a Congressional Medal of Honor, it's pretty sad that Brangelina's unborn twins already have more media coverage than his sudden death currently does.

I didn't know all this. He was very fair minded, knowledgeable, and prepared for his interviews.

I guess you never watched Meet the Press, or watched this man interview a political candidate or office holder. It is huge news in the context of this election, especially since he is one of the few in the main stream media that is worth watching.

I imagine it is pretty hard to be self-important when you are dead, but apparently that is how you view admiration and sorrow for an excellent human.

So true! ..IMO Russert was better at his job than many of our presidents have been at theirs.


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[rapunzel]

Rainbows

I just saw this...it may be old news for some, but I found Keith Olbermann's comment so touching..."I know that was Russert...I'd recognize him anywhere."

[nomedia]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5suKuq1fd4s[/nomedia]

 

[DuneAHH]

Tim Russert always seemed to embody great intelligence, fairness and integrity;
about the only media person I found worthy of attention. Such a gentleman.