Statement by Ralph Nader on the Loss of New York Times' Reporter Anthony Shadid

posted on: Feb 19, 2012

“The world has lost a great foreign correspondent. Young Anthony Shadid reported, where few ventured, from troubled areas with pertinent historical and cultural contexts. His courage, stamina, intellect and extraordinary powers of observation respected his readers’ intelligence while elevating his profession’s standards.”

“Anthony Shadid’s legacy will always be a beacon of enlightenment and integrity for reporters everywhere.”