Should Remember Walter Cronkite

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I am not interested in hearing what an anchor person's personal opinion is when it come to reporting the news. I am interested in hearing a report on the truth of the news. I would to arrive at my own opinion.

Should Remember Walter Cronkite By Franklin Price 12/3/2016 Should remember Walter Cronkite Most trusted newsman in the land He told us what was happening To help determine where to stand Reported what was happening Embellishment was not his thing Reported, did not make the news By adding his own flash and bling I'm sure there is a lesson here For modern media to adhere Report the news, don't make the news I hope I've made this message clear I thought we had a few of them 'Til this election came along All the newsmen reporting there Took sides, which was so very wrong Reporting news no easy job Research, confirm, and then report Don't want to hear what you believe Not a personalized retort To regain your reputation At least the one you have with me Make an effort to be the man That Walter Cronkite used to be If you could only do that now Your reputation you could save Or maybe Walter Cronkite took This type reporting to his grave

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Doug Vinson

Date: 12/3/2016 9:40:00 AM

Great poem, Franklin. You are so right - and it was a rare thing to see. He'd found his perfect spot on earth, and his essential character, honor and caring came through the airwaves and found us all, even on a tiny old black and white TV.

Franklin Price
Date: 12/3/2016 6:55:00 PM

Thanks for visiting and your fine comments about the greatest newscaster.