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David Westin, the former president of ABC News, discussed his book Exit Interview, in which he examined how America’s news was researched and reported. The book related behind-the-scenes exp…

David Westin, former president of ABC News, recounts his thirteen year tenure from 1997 to 2010. Mr. Westin recalls his arrival at ABC near the end of the 1990s when network news dominance w…

David Westin spoke about journalism, the future of news media, and leadership qualities in journalists. He also spoke about his experiences leading a news organization. He also responded to …

The Academy of Television Arts and Sciences held its 30 annual news and documentary Emmy Award ceremony. Lifetime Achievement awards were given to Barbara Walters, and posthumously, to Walte…

Commemorating the 100th Birthday of alumnus and former Supreme Court Justice Lewis Powell participants spoke at a symposium titled “The Clash Between the First Amendment and National Securit…

The Senate Committee on the Judiciary held a hearing on “Reporters' Priviliege Legislation: An Additional Investigation of Issues and Implications” inside Room 226 of the Senate Dirksen Off…

Panelists discussed news coverage of the 2004 presidential election and the future of network news journalism. Topics included coverage of the national political conventions and the election…

The President of ABC News, David Westin talked about the role of network broadcast news, the impact of around-the-clock news sources and venues, and journalism ethics. He also talked about n…

Network and cable executives testified about election night news coverage, inaccuracies in exit polling information, and the potential impacts of the reporting on election results. In often …

Network news presidents talked about the future of the news industry. Among the topics they addressed were ownership rules, news coverage issues, and newsroom diversity. Ray Suarez moderated…

The National Press Foundation presented awards to various journalists. Winners included Mr. Patterson, Ms. Roberts, Mr. Raines, and Mr. Kallaugher.

At the funeral mass for former ABC Television president Roone Arledge, many past and present ABC television personalities eulogized him, describing his leadership in the television industry …

Mr. Westin talked about journalism, the First Amendment, and the challenges faced by news reporters in the wake of terrorist attacks on the U.S. and international efforts to combat global te…

Leaders discussed the issues involving the television news industry. They talked about the future of the industry. They explored the various opportunities available to provide high quality i…

At a national meeting to evaluate television programs, broadcast and cable network executives discussed issues facing the television industry. They examined a broad range of topics, includin…