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I've often spoken about my love of obituaries—as a way of remembering where we've been by way of remembering those who've been on the journey with us. Few are better at obituary writing than Margalit Fox of the New York Times. Her obituary today is a clinic in journalism. Read her lead. Follow the thread through to the last sentence. And along the way, you will learn about the life of a man who, while not a household name, left his stamp on every household in this country. There are great American lives being lived every day. It’s another thing to celebrate them quite the way she does.
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Yes Brian life is a journey and we answer for it. Funny how babies are so innocent then they learn as they grown. Teens are caught between yes and no or to old to young. Then you start the rest of the way with your own decisions looking ahead to the future. Finally your settled in that mid life and look back but prepare for old age. Now here's the part I know, you have pictures in your mine, remember to treat others as you want to be treated and continue to learn. A great journey is one where you smile, say hello to a stranger and help when you can. Look around as you can see who did great and who didn't by their smile. This blog site has brought so many great people together and I might not know what my blog friends look like but their my friends even those who just might disagree. I read each comment as it tells alot about who a person is. I'm still working on my bucket list that keeps growing every year. Life is what you make it, so make it great.
see you same time same place on the East coast
Brian – I honestly said to myself when I read the obit of Mr. Haberman earlier today I just knew that you would definitely mention it on the broadcast this evening, I just knew that was the kind of story/obit that would peak your interest for further mentioning. Not surprised at all that you dedicated your entire blog this evening to just that one story.
Hi Brian-I really don't have a honest comment on this topic, but I do want to congratulate you, NBC, and Nightly News...for once again receiving the Murrow Award. I believe strongly that you and your colleagues greatly deserve this honor for you excellence in what you all do to put together your Broadcast every night...and why once again NBC NN is the #1 National Newscast in the Country! Congratulations!
Good evening, Brian: A good broadcast, as always. In 1999, Boehner called the War Powers Act
unconsitutionally suspect and warned the usual suspects, Congress, to resist the temptation to take
any action that would do further damage to the presidency. This man has done a complete turn-around.
I have to wonder what is going on with him. Have a nice evening. Phyllis
Maybe Boehner is just mad Obama didn't give them the chance to vote yes? Then once our friends and family in the military are committed and an election is coming up (isn't one always?) they could go on msnbc and claim "If I knew then what I know now I would have voted no" tada off the hook!!!! Hey it worked for the democrats in 2006.
Boehner is playing politics and nothing more. War Powers Act, Read it and Weep, such an
emotional man who needs Xanax but good luck in finding a doctor who will give him a prescriptin.
Doctors and nurses should be re-trained, but don't get me started on that; off topic. Phyllis PS
But for the record: I am a robust GW Bush Republican
Good Evening Mr.Williams, Another fine broadcast this evening as always. The obituary about Alan Haberman, the designer of the UPC bar code by Margalit Fox tells of a man who made a huge impact with this way of tracking packages and many other things. It is incredible how this barcode is used in so many ways not just in scannning items in stores and tracking packages, but also in hospitals with ID bracelets. Life is a journey and everyone creates their own pathway.
Now on to the broadcast. First of all the report about the new leader of al-qaeda being once the second on command to Bin Laden. The new leader Al-Zawahri sending messages of vying for revenge and constant threats shows the terror group is still out in the world. Al-Zawahri having been responsible for embassy bombings and the attack on the USS Cole and other bombings is definitely a danger to the world. Along with the challenge of the US relationship with Pakistan which is critical is tracking more terrorists. A tense situation.
The report by Michele Caruso-Cabrera from Greece told of a desperate economic situation for the country which could have a ripple effect all over the world. Hearing about how the government is trying to pass a budget which would have deep cuts and cause many layoffs is disturbing since is appears this is something that truly needs ot be done. Although, one can understand why people would be angry and worried since not only jobs would be lost, but also taxes would be higher. One hopes something can be done to not cause futher economic crisis.
Terrible to see such violence happening in Vacouver after the Stanley Cup Finals Hockey Game. Truly sad for such a nice city.
The piece by Chris Jansing on Colonel Jack Jacobs, Medal of Honor recipient returning to Vietnam and meeting with the Brigadier General of the Vietnamese Army who ordered the attack on the US Troops was very moving. Interesting to hear from the Brigadier General how they knew three days in advance the US Troops would be in the area. How the farmer heard the helicopter overhead and learning two Americans were hit. A fierce battle of foes now at peace and understanding of how soldiers fight for their countries. Making peace and showing respect for eachother after much fierce combat.
Very moving to see both together.
Thank You for the broadcast Mr.Williams. Peace to You and to All!
Be Well Everyone!
Stay Extra,Extra Safe and Well Richard! Enjoy Your Time in the States!
Take Extra Good Care Richard and Crew!
Lisa
Trying to imagine if the reporting about the Lybian, it's not a war, whitehouse and the our President saying the War Powers Act does not apply would be the same if the person setting in the big chair had a "R" behind his name.
Seems this "It's not a real war" started out with 120 plus cruise missles in the first few days, many airplanes dropping bombs, and an estimated cost of close to a billion dollars and counting qualifies as a war in my book.
Our commander in chief today is acting more like a KING rather than a president and you in the media elite allow him. When will you MSM start looking out for the little people? May I answer that. NEVER
Thanks for directing us to such a fine written piece. As much as I like NN or MSNBC's World Blog photos on Japan's recovery, the written word is still the show stopper!
okay, that's pretty amazing that he took them all out to a fine dinner and then they all went to see 'deep throat' and that's how he got them all to reach a consensus . . . . . .