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David Salzer Broder
September 11, 1929 |
| Died | March 9, 2011 (aged 81) |
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| Years active | 1953–2011 |
| Spouse(s) | Ann Creighton Collar |
| Children | 4 |
David Salzer Broder (September 11, 1929 – March 9, 2011) was a famous American journalist. He wrote for The Washington Post for over 40 years. He was also an author, a TV news expert, and a university teacher. Broder was known for covering every presidential election for more than 50 years. He was often called the "dean" (or leader) of the Washington, D.C. press corps.
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David Broder's Early Life and Education
David Salzer Broder was born in Chicago Heights, Illinois. His father was a dentist. David went to the University of Chicago. He earned a bachelor's degree in 1947. He then got a master's degree in political science in 1951. While at college, he met Ann Creighton Collar. They got married in 1951 and had four sons.
How David Broder Started in Journalism
Broder began his journalism career while still studying. He worked as an editor for his college newspaper. Later, he wrote for the Hyde Park Herald. In 1951, he joined the U.S. Army. He wrote for the army newspaper until 1953.
After the army, Broder reported for The Pantagraph in Illinois. He covered local news there. In 1955, he moved to Washington D.C. He joined Congressional Quarterly. This job helped him learn about covering politics in Congress. He also worked as a freelance writer for The New York Times.
In 1960, Broder started at The Washington Star. He covered the 1960 presidential election. He reported on the race between John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon. He became a national political reporter. He also wrote a weekly column for the paper. In 1965, he moved to The New York Times.
David Broder's Time at The Washington Post
After a year and a half at The New York Times, Broder joined The Washington Post. He stayed there for over 40 years. He started as a reporter and wrote a weekly column. Later, he was given a second weekly column. His columns were shared with over 300 newspapers.
He was known as the "dean" of the Washington press corps. This meant he was a highly respected leader among political writers. In 2008, Broder decided to change his role. He continued to write his column twice a week. This allowed him to focus only on his writing.
Winning the Pulitzer Prize
David Broder won the Pulitzer Prize for Commentary in 1973. This is a very important award for journalists. He received many other awards too. In his acceptance speech, Broder talked about newspapers. He said newspapers are a quick and sometimes imperfect look at the news. But he added that journalists always try their best.
David Broder on TV and Radio
For many years, Broder appeared on TV shows. These included Washington Week and Meet the Press. He was on Meet the Press over 400 times. This was more than anyone else except the show's hosts. He first appeared on the show in 1963.
Broder also had a weekly spot on XM/Sirius Satellite Radio. He joined The Bob Edwards Show in 2004. He shared his thoughts on politics there.
David Broder as a Teacher and Author
In 2001, Broder became a teacher. He lectured at the University of Maryland. He taught a class about politics and the press. He continued to write for The Washington Post at the same time. He also taught at Duke University.
Broder wrote or co-wrote eight books. These books covered topics like politics and how news is made. Some of his books include:
- Democracy Derailed: Initiative Campaigns and the Power of Money (2000)
- The System: The American Way of Politics at the Breaking Point (1996)
- Behind the Front Page: A Candid Look at How the News Is Made (1987)
- The Party's Over: The Failure of Politics in America (1972)
David Broder's Death
David Broder passed away on March 9, 2011. He was 81 years old. He died from problems related to diabetes. When he died, President Barack Obama spoke about him. President Obama called him "the most respected and insightful political commentator of his generation."
Awards and Honors for David Broder
David Broder received many awards for his work. Here are some of them:
- Pulitzer Prize for Commentary, 1973
- 4th Estate Award from the National Press Club, 1988
- Elijah Parish Lovejoy Award, 1990
- National Press Foundation's Distinguished Contributions to Journalism Award, 1992
- National Society of Newspaper Columnists Lifetime Achievement Award, 1997
- William Allen White Foundation's Award for Distinguished Achievement in Journalism, 1997
- University of Chicago Alumni Medal, 2005
- The Order of Lincoln (Illinois' highest honor), 2005
Honorary Degrees
Broder also received many honorary degrees from universities. These degrees recognized his great achievements.
- Honorary Doctor of Laws, Cleveland State University, 1981
- Doctor of Literature, Wittenberg University, 1982
- Doctor of Humane Letters, Yale University, 1984
- Doctor of Humane Letters, Kalamazoo College, 1988
- Honorary Degree, Rider University, 1989
- Honorary Doctor of Laws, Lawrence University, 1989
- Honorary Degree, University of Michigan, 1994
- Doctor of Humane Letters, College of William & Mary, 1995
- Doctor of Journalism, University of Miami, 1999
- Doctor of Humane Letters, Muhlenberg College, 2000
- Honorary Doctor of Political Science, DePauw University, May 18, 2003
- Honorary Degree, Clark University, 2005
- Doctor of Humane Letters, Bryant University, 2006
- Honorary Doctor of Laws, Ball State University, 2006
- Doctor of Humanities, Santa Clara University, 2007
- Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters, Bradley University, May 17, 2008.
See also
In Spanish: David S. Broder para niños
