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Helen Thomas RIP

Odd. I was just thinking about Helen Thomas during Obama's presser on race yesterday. If I remember correctly, she asked a question whether any M.E. country possesses nuclear weapons during Obama's first press conference.
 
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Tribute from President Obama:

Helen was a true pioneer, opening doors and breaking down barriers for generations of women in journalism. She covered every White House since President Kennedy's, and during that time she never failed to keep presidents -- myself included -- on their toes.

What made Helen the 'Dean of the White House Press Corps' was not just the length of her tenure, but her fierce belief that our democracy works best when we ask tough questions and hold our leaders to account. Our thoughts are with Helen's family, her friends, and the colleagues who respected her so deeply.
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Tribute from President Clinton:

"Helen was a pioneering journalist who, while adding more than her share of cracks to the glass ceiling, never failed to bring intensity and tenacity to her White House beat. Throughout her career she covered the issues and events that shaped the course of our world with perseverance and a tough-minded dedication.

"Her work was extraordinary because of her intelligence, her lively spirit and great sense of humor, and most importantly her commitment to the role of a strong press in a healthy democracy."
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Well done, Helen!

http://www.usatoday.com/story/theov...len-thomas-bill-clinton-john-kennedy/2572497/
 
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