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Barack Obama: Walter was always more than just an anchor. He was family. He invited us to believe in him. And he never let us down.…

On the recordJuly 16, 2009
Walter was always more than just an anchor. He was family. He invited us to believe in him. And he never let us down. This country has lost an icon and a dear friend. And he will be truly missed.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

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President Obama reflects on the impact Walter Cronkite had on the nation and his personal connection to him.

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