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So I just scanned the big Internet stories today, and they include Senator Schumer getting treated for a tick bite, Senator McCain's swipe at Senator Obama, the President getting hit by bird poop during yesterday's Rose Garden news conference, and a Brit who has set the record for going without sleep.
It must be the Friday before Memorial Day weekend.
In the broadcast tonight, the Iraq war intel, last night's Senate vote, the weekend getaway (bring your wallet), immigration and more.
Also tonight we will feature an interview I conducted with Lee Iacocca this week. The Chrysler sale had us thinking of him -- you may be interested to see this icon in winter on our broadcast tonight.
Our feature on the Medal of Honor recipients continues here today. I'm hoping the cumulative effect of these stories will mean an increased awareness of their heroism and values. These guys are the real deal. Take today's profile of John Baker. Earlier this week, as I watched the door to the new Medal of Honor museum swing open and the older recipients filed in with their wives and family members, I noticed something: off to the side, helping guide the crowd into the door, was John Baker. He stayed at his post until the last of the visitors had filed in. To museum visitors, he was simply a quiet, modest, diminutive man greeting them at the door. Until you noticed the ribbon around his neck. Until you realize that on November 5, 1966, he killed 10 enemy soldiers, took out six machine gun bunkers, and saved eight American men. All in a day's work, just like minding the door at the museum.
So as I wish you a good and safe Memorial Day weekend, I'd also ask that you take a moment, at some point over the next three days, to think about its meaning. Go to the parade where you live, and whatever your opinion of the current war, clap hard when the soldiers pass by. Remember those who are not in the line to march. Many of the recipients I was with this week told me they are unhappy with what Memorial Day has become in modern-day America... because they remember what it was for in the first place.
Please forgive a day off on Monday to be with my family. Lester Holt will be in the chair. I'll see you Tuesday from Boston. We hope you will join us for tonight's broadcast.
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Hi,
I just read an article about you in Men's (Mar/Apr 2007). The magazine was left in my condo by a guest.
I'm shocked that newspeople go to presidential press conferences agreeing to "no quotes without approval". What happened to a free press? Why are you and your colleagues agreeing to this dictatorial stance taken by our President? This sounds an awful lot like censorship. What are the trade-offs to no "unapproved" quotes?
Jimmy Carter had the fleeting courage to say what he thought about this presidency. Too bad that he back-pedaled. Maybe it's time for newscasters "to stay the course" and do what they were hired to do.
Linda Romanelli Leahy Bridgehampton, NY (Sent May 28, 2007 10:18:41 AM)
With the cost of gasoline, it's a toss-up as to which is more expensive - going on the road for a few days or staying home and running the air conditioner.
Barbara, TN (Sent May 27, 2007 11:16:57 PM)
Good Evening Mr.Williams, Regarding Medal of Honor recipient John Baker the fact that he stayed at his post and greeted all the visitors shows how the dedication he had as a soldier carries through to everything he does. People need to be reminded of the actions of these men as well as the soldiers of today. All of them are heroes. I agree with you Mr.Williams that everyone should remember what Memorial Day is about and honor the men and women who proudly serve our country. I hope you have a wonderful weekend with your family! And we will see you on Tuesday. Peace to you and your family! Peace to all this Memorial Day weekend!
Lisa McNeil,Alpharetta,Georgia (Sent May 25, 2007 7:21:50 PM)
I agree the Memorial Day weekend,nonetheless the day itself, has become just another holiday to go on vacation and sleep in. I on the other hand will be celebrating my grandfather who served in WW2.I will be marching in the Memorial Day parade in my hometown with our high school marching band in which i am a flagette(color guard). I hope others will be joining in the honor of our brave solidiers.
Ellen M. F. T...,Jackson (Sent May 25, 2007 5:42:52 PM)
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