Jon Banner
Jon Banner
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We have learned first-hand the dangers of smoking and the tragedy of lung cancer,
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We haven't had the advantage of having a real transition. It's a long-term project for us.
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Peter Jennings was at the forefront of reporting on the dangers of smoking and tobacco throughout his career, and we are committed to carrying on his work.
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There are a ton of angles yet to be pursued or that we will continue to pursue. There's still a large question of how many people died and how they determine it, and why did so many people die.
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The situation that is affecting the communities that we are operating in is affecting us, ... The fuel shortages, the water shortages, the lack of sleeping space is something that we're all dealing with.
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It's important for people to have a first-hand look as to what's going on. That became very clear during Katrina. All these people are reporters at heart, and they need to go do what they do best.
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It's an incredible time to be there and it's incredible to be there at all.
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This is what we intend to do with 'World News Tonight' going forward. It's about giving them a real sense up close of the big stories of our time.
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It's something our teams are aware of, and we're taking some precautions.
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They constantly trot out 'Oprah' to explain their falling numbers, but the fact is that the program does not lead into 'World News Tonight' in any market in the country.
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It's been a difficult time for this broadcast. We've been dealing with a very painful situation, and we're grateful for all the help we've been getting from Charlie and Elizabeth and Bob.
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I don't think there was anyone more frustrated or disappointed. I've never known Peter to miss a day of work, let alone on a huge story like this.
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He participates regularly in our 9 a.m. editorial meeting, and I hear from him, usually multiple times, throughout the day. When he thinks we've done well, he lets us know. And when the broadcast isn't up to his standards, we hear that, too. He's home and watching.