Tim Russert

Like everyone else I knew Tim Russert only as a viewer. He is probably the only journalist I truly respected because he was able to ask the tough questions and not relent until he was given an answer.

Although we may have differing opinions on issues, I could see his point as he would probably see my point of view as well. He comes from a simple background which made him larger than life to me. I hold very few public figures in this way and he is truly one of a kind in his field.

I can only pray for his family as he will be a great loss to them, but at least they know he loved them dearly. And thinking back it makes me want to be that much better of a person in respect to the people I hold close to my heart as well.

Rest in Peace Tim. To the occassional or hard viewer of your show, you will be missed.