Sen. Coons on the passing of Fred Hiatt

Source: United States Senator for Delaware Christopher Coons

WASHINGTON — Today, U.S. Senator Chris Coons (D-Del.) released the following statement on the passing of Washington Post editorial page editor Fred Hiatt:

“I’m shocked and saddened by the news of Fred Hiatt’s passing. He was a real leader in the media who commanded wide respect, not just for his leadership of the Post’seditorial board at a pivotal time in our nation’s history, but for his intelligence, humor, and willingness to listen that made him such enjoyable company every time I met with him. His passing is a real loss for anyone who cares about American journalism, and my thoughts are with his wife and family.”

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