Bob Dole: “On April 22, the Washington journalism community lost one of its most enduring figures. For decades, Naomi Nover was a…”

“On April 22, the Washington journalism community lost one of its most enduring figures. For decades, Naomi Nover was a distinctive presence on Capitol Hill and at the White House, often claiming a front-row seat at Presidential news conferences. Known for her perseverance and her determination to continue her passion for journalism, Naomi fell ill last month while renewing her Senate press credentials. It was the first day for gallery members to renew their press cards, and as usual, Naomi was one of the first in line. A native of Buffalo, NY, she and her husband Barney moved to Washington in 1936. After receiving a masters degree from George Washington University, she worked with her husband for the Denver Post, wrote a column called 'Washington Dateline,' produced a radio program called 'Views and Interviews,' and when Barney Nover retired from the Denver Post in 1971, Naomi cofounded the Nover News Bureau. After her husband passed away in 1973, Naomi established a journalism prize in his memory, the Barnet Nover Memorial Award, given for journalistic excellence at the annual White House Correspondents Association dinner. Naomi's perseverance was legendary.”