We are to a large extent an imitative society. - Edward R. Murrow

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We are to a large extent an imitative society.

Edward R. Murrow

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Edward Roscoe Murrow (born Egbert Roscoe Murrow; 25 April 1908 – 27 April 1965) was an American journalist. He first came to prominence with a series of radio news broadcasts during World War II, which were followed by millions of listeners in the United States and Canada. Many journalists consider Murrow one of journalism's greatest figures. A pioneer of television news broadcasting, Murrow produced a series of TV news reports that helped lead to the censure of Senator Joseph McCarthy.

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Birth Name: Egbert Roscoe Murrow

Alternative Names: Edward Roscoe Murrow • Egbert Murrow • Edward Murrow • Ed Murrow

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