Tim Russert, 1950-2008

Posted at 2:43 PM on June 13, 2008 by Bob Collins (2 Comments)
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Tim Russert, the host of NBC's Meet the Press, collapsed at work today and died.

Comments (2)

I am on the MPR website checking on information for the Member Benefits department of MPR and just noticed the 1950-2008 date w/ Mr. Russert's name. It did not bode well. I am saddened that the journalistic world, as well as the "needs to be truthfully informed" world has lost a man of such integrity, political astuteness, and genuineness at a time when these rare qualities are so needed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends,
and colleagues. Sunday mornings will not be the same.

Posted by alicia l gaskin | June 13, 2008 4:38 PM

The man knew how to ask a question like so few could; simple, direct and without egotistical motive. I hope he will inspire another or many others to follow in his steps - as the last comment pointed out - of integrity.

Posted by Tyler Suter | June 16, 2008 8:40 PM

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