Posted on 07/31/2007 11:52:59 AM PDT by Contentions
Say what you will about reporters in general or the New York Times in particular: John Burns breaks all the stereotypes. As the Times’ longtime Baghdad bureau chief, he has been a fearless and honest chronicler of the war. He has presented plenty of evidence of disasters, but he isn’t afraid to highlight successes when they occur, and to warn of the dangers of American disengagement.
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Whenever I see John Burns’ byline, I can’t wait to read the article. He has been the best chronicler of life on the ground in both Afghanistan and Iraq since the war broke out, and he is a wonderful writer. He also has made it abundantly clear that although he is reporting the facts as clearly as he can, his heart is with the good guys.
The New York Times editorial page and columnists are beyond help, but Burns is one the best reporters in the business.
The interview with Hewitt is so clear-headed and full of integrity that it is must hear/read.
I hope everybody on FR takes the time to read the Hewitt interview-and watch for Burns’ reporting in the Times and on the web. He is just great.
PING to an able MSM type.
Thank you.
John Burns on Iraq, Iran and how the surge is working.
Hugh Hewitt Show ^ | 7/30/07 | John Burns / Hugh Hewitt
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1874150/posts
Yes, I will have to listen. thanks
Excellent interview.
...and he cuts a rather dashing figure too, giving hope to us old greybeards.
Very good interview, thanks for the ping.
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