We are thrilled that it is once again that time of year to celebrate individuals that are making extraordinary contributions to improve the lives of others and the world around them, it is a fitting salute to all of the heroes worldwide and the differences they have made in the lives of others.

Jeff Zucker

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It is a significant acknowledgment that the way people are watching television is changing and the model is quickly changing

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I've spent over half my life at NBC. This is the only place I have ever worked.

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Were in this transition period of figuring out how to deal with all the new technology that is out there, but television still proves to be the granddaddy of them all.

Jeff Zucker

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The television business is actually going through a tremendous transition, but I think at the end of the day, television is still paramount.

Jeff Zucker

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Analogue dollars for digital pennies.

Jeff Zucker

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CNBC is a very serious-minded financial news network, and what we've seen thus far from Fox appears to be not as investment-focused or financially focused, and that's good for us.

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I think it's the sign of a leader to step up and say, you know, when something's not working to have the guts to reverse it. And the worst thing you can do is to let that mistake linger.

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The cable model is just a better model. Dual revenue stream: advertising-supported and subscription-supported revenues.

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Local television is a slightly different story. It is under much more pressure in the same way that all local businesses are, whether that's a local newspaper, local radio or local television. But I think television in the aggregate is actually in very good shape.

Jeff Zucker

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People are looking for original content in many different places, as are advertisers. This takes us into a whole new ballgame.

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More traffic means more advertising dollars.

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I've said this forever - I've always believed the Today show is more than the sum of its parts

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Michael Jackson is the ultimate traffic accident. People can't take their eyes off him.

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Network news will still play an incredibly important role in this country, but the world that Peter, Tom and Dan began covering 25 years ago isn't the same world today. Technology, lifestyle and what constitutes news have all changed dramatically. I'm not saying that it is better or worse. I'm just saying that it's reality.

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It's a growing trend. Viewers are our customers, but so are advertisers. And advertisers want different ways to reach our viewers.

Jeff Zucker

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Were moving towards impeachment, we shouldnt pretend, oh, this is going one way. And so all these moves are moves towards impeachment. So dont, dont lose sight of what the biggest story is.

Jeff Zucker

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I am thrilled that Jake will take on this additional role at such a pivotal time in the election cycle, he has the perfect combination of skills that make him uniquely qualified -- he's a relentless reporter, a gifted storyteller, and a terrific interviewer who doesn't stop until he gets answers. We are lucky to have him on both 'The Lead' and 'State of the Union.'.

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It has been CNN's great honor for the past eight years to shine a spotlight on these remarkable individuals who are making a difference in their communities and the world, we are proud to provide a platform for these heroes to share their stories and their important work with our global audiences.

Jeff Zucker

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The job of media is the accountability of government.

Jeff Zucker

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I've always thrived on challenges, both personally and professionally.

Jeff Zucker

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