Tim Russert: A Gallery of Gotcha Moments

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Looking Back

For nearly 17 years, the spot opposite Tim Russert on NBC's Meet the Press was the hottest seat in politics. Trained as a lawyer, Russert brought a flair of cross-examination to his interviews. Following his sudden death at age 58, TIME revisits Russert's knack for making Washington's coolest customers squirm.

    Appreciation

    Tim Russert, 1950-2008

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    Honors

    2008 TIME 100: Tim Russert

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