Tim Russert moderates Democratic debate - SNL Tribute

Tim Russert moderates his final debate between Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton. I've mashed this up with video from Saturday Night Live. The second half of the video is Keith Olbermann and Andrea Mitchell eulogizing their fallen colleague.

(on a personal note) I am saddened by Tim Russert's death today. When I heard that he had died, I wept openly. Although I didn't always agree with his "gotcha" style questions, the moderator of Meet The Press and NBC Bureau chief has been a great inspiration to me and the creation of my YouTube channel. Despite my concerns with the mainstream media (Tim Russert included) it was always a joy seeing how excited he got about politics. I got the feeling that he was more excited about the subjects he was discussing than most of the people watching his show. I also got a thrill watching him pop up every Saturday and Tuesday primary night chatting with Keith Olbermann and Chris Matthews as the results from the different states came rolling in.
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BARACK OBAMA: "I've known Tim Russert since I first spoke at the convention in 2004. He's somebody who, over time, I came to consider not only a journalist but a friend. There wasn't a better interviewer in TV, not a more thoughtful analyst of our politics, and he was also one of the finest men I knew. Somebody who cared about America, cared about the issues, cared about family. I am grief-stricken with the loss and my thoughts and prayers go out to his family. And I hope that, even though Tim is irreplaceable, that the standard that he set in his professional life and his family life are standards that we all carry with us in our own lives."

BUFFALO MAYOR BYRON W. BROWN: "On behalf of the residents of Buffalo, New York, I express our shared sadness and shock at the news of Tim Russert's death. An accomplished journalist, who first gained his experience in the world of government and politics, Tim Russert rose to become the premier political journalist of his generation. But more than his professional accomplishments, Tim Russert cherished his family, friends and his hometown. He never forgot his roots in South Buffalo and he often reminded his television audience and guests of his strong affection for Buffalo, particularly his beloved Buffalo Bills. He was truly our city's greatest ambassador and he was loved by everyone in Buffalo and Western New York. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. Tim Russert will always be remembered for his passion, hard work, honesty and dedication to his family. To honor Tim Russert's memory, I have ordered that all flags on city property be lowered immediately to half-staff."

WRITTEN STATEMENT FROM SENATOR TED KENNEDY: "Tim Russert was a gentleman and giant, not just in politics and journalism, but in life. And through that life, he gave us all a model worth emulating. With a reasoned voice, a sharp mind and a fair hand, Tim took the measure of every Washington official and all those that sought to be one. He was a great journalist and an even better friend. His passing is a tragic loss for us all, but especially for the family he loved so much. Our thoughts and prayers are with Tim's wife Maureen and his son Luke."

BUFFALO BILLS TEAM STATEMENT REGARDING THE PASSING OF TIM RUSSERT: "The Buffalo Bills organization is devastated in hearing the news of the passing of Tim Russert. Tim, as everyone knows, was a tremendous Bills fan. He was always so proud to let people know just how much he loved our team and was such a great ambassador for Buffalo. So many times he ended his "Meet The Press" show with his patented "Go Bills!" that it became part of our Game Day morning rituals. He was a true friend and we will miss him immensely. Our sincere sympathies go out to his family and our team carries a heavy heart tonight as we mourn the loss of this great man, Buffalo's native son and a Bills fan forever."
http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/06/13/1140494.aspx

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[Furiousblue42]

He made Buffalonians everywhere proud.

R.I.P. Tim

Go Billls!

[OFUMedia]

Nice tribute.I didn't always agree with Russert, but he commanded your respect.

He'll be missed.

[sithlordsoup]

RIP RUSSERTTTTTTTTTTTTTT!!!!!

[MishuTaste]

Senator Clinton: if you come to the "job interview" prepared, you won't have to worry about getting the first question.

[ElizabethQiao]

@oakfox1981: A socialist is someone who believes in socialism which is a philosophy that holds the government should have a responsibility to the communal (the "social") well being. For some reasons Republicans have made it a bad word and use it (incorrectly) interchangeably with communists. Wikipedia Eugene Debbs for further information.

[JoeyRamone93]

Iets go with Bills

[oakfox1981]

what does socialist mean?

[1955jmp]

this guy is a socialist

[liberal08vixen]

I like this! I love you Tim Russert, rest in peace.

[arabiantxn]

Tim was one of a kind - i don't think their would be a journalist like him in my lifetime

[oakfox1981]

hillary shut your fuckin mouth you bitch

[mizzlenizzle]

I really miss Tim Russert, but this is a kinda odd video.