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4 p.m. and we have just arrived at JFK. Flying across the Atlantic made it difficult to attend the afternoon editorial meeting, so we have only the broad strokes of the broadcast to go on, until I get linked by phone to the producers. That we landed at all is something of a miracle, as this storm has caused white caps on the water and flags are stiff in the winds. Weather will be a component in our reporting tonight.
Let's leave it at this: We hope you can join us for our Friday night broadcast, at the end of this very long week.
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Sometime I would like to hear from Brian or MSNBC about the hierarchy of the Islamic religion in the U.S. and what they may or can, be doing, if anything, about bringing about a resolution to the Islamic civil war in Iraq.
Richard Gault, Buchanan, MI (Sent Dec 4, 2006 2:32:15 PM)
The Teach for America was great story. I hope that group continues to grow, and gain support.
Dave, Tn (Sent Dec 3, 2006 7:45:54 AM)
Brian,
We wish you all the best for continued success as you celebrate your two year anniversary as anchor of Nightly News.
One question, which we hope you will respond to in your blog: is it satellite technology which allows you to send a blog entry from 36,000 feet while flying? We are always told that cell phones and other communication devices must be kept in their "off position" while flying as they interfere with avionics..perhaps satellite transmission is different. In any event, thanks for all your efforts this week! Enjoy your weekend.
E. Charles Struan, Portland, Oregon (Sent Dec 2, 2006 7:49:34 AM)
To Joe from Philly- "oh so you are going to blame it (weather) on Global Warming to advance the left's agenda." Why did you say something like that? B/c NBC News is reporting on a news worthy item that effects millions of people in the middle of the country? Why don't to express a little empathy for people who live in the area wher the temperture may get 15 degrees who do not have any heat because of power outages instead of sitting at your computer making such an insenstive comment. Seriously!!
To Mr. Williams,
you did a great job and read a blog from someone who wished you a happy anniversiry for being the NBC Nightly News anchor. Congrads as well from me. I'm really happy that you had a safe flight home. Ihope ypu will be able to relax, spend some quality time with your family, and get some sleep. :)
(Sent Dec 1, 2006 7:24:04 PM)
Congratulations on two years at the top, Brian!! You and your team have done a great job. And thank you for this blog. I find it extraordinary that you can write so well so quickly...and that you take the time to keep us informed. Well done!
Mary, PA (Sent Dec 1, 2006 7:08:30 PM)
Brian, you and the team at NBC are doing great work! We really appreciate your efforts going out to locations such as Jordan to be on the ground where events are happening.
Jack, Scottsdale, AZ (Sent Dec 1, 2006 6:49:01 PM)
Happy Anniversary tomorrow, Mr. Williams!
Two years later and you are still number one.
Nina, Wichita, KS (Sent Dec 1, 2006 6:39:59 PM)
Hey Brian, I hope you got to listen to Rush today. I know it's a prerequisite to relaying the "news".
(Sent Dec 1, 2006 6:25:49 PM)
Brian, welcome home! At least you're safely on the ground! I hope you can just crash this weekend and do nothing; after the week you've had, you've more than earned it!
Thanks for keeping us in YOUR thoughts .. it's wonderful to hear from you (adored the flight blog this morning!) and it's fascinating to learn more about the "behind the scenes" events. Thanks for the enlightenment!
Lynn G. Minneapolis, MN (Sent Dec 1, 2006 6:05:13 PM)
Judging from the radar map I just saw on WVIT 30, all hell should break loose about the time you're heading home. High winds, severe T-storms. I just did the flashlight inventory and told the teenagers to be careful driving.
J. Ainsworth, Guilford, CT (Sent Dec 1, 2006 5:17:18 PM)
Thanks for your comments about flying JR. Have similar experiences from El Al and KLM. I appreciate the more personal and somewhat more spontaneous reporting in your blog.
Bill, Colorado Springs, CO (Sent Dec 1, 2006 4:58:43 PM)
Hey Brian, I give you a ton of credit for being this aggressive in your blogging even though I can't even imagine how tired you are.
It's why you're #1.
Jeremy Schilling, Marlboro, NJ (Sent Dec 1, 2006 4:46:37 PM)
"Weather will be a component in our reporting tonight."
oh, so you're gunna blame it on Global Warming to advance the left's agenda?
Joe, Philly PA (Sent Dec 1, 2006 4:39:31 PM)
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