DAN RATHER: AMERICAN JOURNALIST

In crises, anchors "aren’t just there to impart or repeat information; they become in a sense, national hand holders, figures of supportive strength.”
     — Washington Post, January 29, 1986

During shattering events such as the assassination attempt on President Reagan, the Challenger space shuttle disaster, and 9/11, Rather delivered critically acclaimed hours-long coverage, bringing clarity and a sense of calm in times of confusion and uncertainty. He could rely on a team of experienced news professionals, from producers and cameramen to correspondents who provided reports on the ground and commentaries.

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