Oregon Media Insiders

I first became familiar with Tim Russert when he was a frequent guest on the "Imus in the Morning Show" radio program in the late 1990’s. He always proved entertaining and provided insights into politics which I found easy to process. He didn't try to overly intellectualize issues, which is unusual for a personality out of Washington DC. Plus he talked most reverently about his father and his love for his son – now I find very touching.

It’s very tragic – but I pray his wife, son and father take solace in knowing how widely respected he was as a father, friend and journalist in a time and place where civility can be sorely lacking.