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Real journalists recognize it is a privilege to cover this moment in American history. It's a privilege. We are witnessing the return of our government to we the people. It is a historic moment with monumental consequences for America and the entire world. It's a golden age in America and damn it, we deserve a golden age in journalism. And that is why I'm honored that President Trump has appointed me to lead the voice of America. VOA has been telling...
has been telling America's story to the world for 83 years this Monday. Now sometimes the coverage has been incredible and sometimes it's been pitiful. We are fighting an information war and there's no better weapon than the truth and I believe VOA can be that weapon. The VOA is a soft power for America. Some people have suggested shutting it down.
And with all of the corruption, I get it. I totally do with all the corruption we're seeing. But I believe it is worth trying to save. With a relatively small budget, along with honest reporting, we can spread the values of freedom all over the world and prevent trillion-dollar wars. I'm for that.