America Mourns The Truth Seeker
Today is a sad day for news and information junkies across the racial spectrum. We here at 3BAAS Media Group are stunned to hear Tim Russert, NBC Washington Bureau Chief, is dead at the age 58.
True to his steadfast excellence, the "Explainer In Chief" had returned early from a trip to Italy after celebrating the graduation of his beloved son Luke from Boston College to prepare for his Sunday "Meet The Press" program, the gold standard of political commentary.
Doctors are reporting that likely went into cardiac arrest at NBC studios at 30 Rock and probably had something special planned for the Father Day's broadcast. Russert collapsed while recording voiceovers, according to the network.
Russert, the recipient of 48 honorary doctorates, took over the helm of “Meet the Press” in December 1991. He leaves behind his wife, son, his father Big Russ, and a legion of friends and admirers. Many have sent messages and condolences, including President Bush, former President Bill Clinton and Senator Hillary Clinton, presumptive Republican nominee John McCain, and Illinois Senator Barack Obama.
Tom Brokaw broke the news to the world. I was particularly touched by Obama's statement that he was "grief-stricken" by the news. Something tells me Russert was looking forward to seeing this Black man make history and forever change the course of politics and this country as we know it.Now in its 60th year, “Meet the Press” is the longest-running program in the history of television. In 2008, Time Magazine named him one of the 100 most influential people in the world.Remember all, tomorrow is not promised. Our prayers, thoughts and heartfelt appreciation to Russert and the NBC family. Our Sunday mornings will never be the same.For more, please visit MSNBC.