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“It's not the questions that get us in trouble - it's the answers.”

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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