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Helen Thomas

A Conversation with Journalism Legend Helen Thomas

 Often called "The First Lady of the Press," veteran White House reporter, author and Hearst Newspapers columnist Helen Thomas looked back as an eyewitness to history when she sat for this conversation with Arlington Public Library Director Diane Kresh on March 2, 2008. 

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Often called "The First Lady of the Press," veteran White House reporter, author and Hearst Newspapers columnist Helen Thomas looked back as an eyewitness to history when she sat for this conversation with Arlington Public Library Director Diane Kresh on March 2, 2008.

 

Helen Thomas and President Kennedy

With UPI reporter Helen Thomas looking on in the Oval Office, President Kennedy addresses AMVETS by telephone, August 23, 1962.

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Helen Thomas and President Gerald Ford

"President Gerald Ford talks with reporters, including Helen Thomas, during a press conference at the White House, Washington, D.C." 1976

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Helen Thomas and President George W. Bush

President George W. Bush conveys birthday wishes to reporter Helen Thomas in the James S. Brady Press Briefing Room during its last day of operation before it closes for renovations Wednesday, August 2, 2006

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Helen Thomas - Answers.com
http://www.answers.com/helen%20thomas%20?ff=1
Learn more about "The First Lady of the Press," in this detailed biography covering her personal background, her legendary career and much more.

Helen Thomas Quotes - Wikipedia
http://en.wikiquote.org/wiki/Helen_Thomas
Enjoy browsing this collection of quotations attributed to Thomas—such as her advice to up-and-coming journalists: "Get into the game!"

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