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Quote by Tom Brokaw

“Speaking generally, people who are drawn to journalism are interested in what happens from the ground up less than they are from the top down.”

Quote by Tom Brokaw

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Tom Brokaw, born on February 6, 1940, is a renowned American journalist. Throughout his career, he has held several key positions, including anchor of 'NBC Nightly News' and host of 'Today Show'. Brokaw is known for his in-depth investigative reporting and unique perspective on news, particularly for his coverage of the Watergate scandal, the Gulf War, and the September 11 attacks. more

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