Go where there is silence and say something.

Beyond the borders of wealthy countries like the United States, in developing countries where most people in the world live, the impacts of climate change are much more deadly, from the growing desertification of Africa to the threats of rising sea levels and the submersion of small island nations.

We must build a trickle-up media that reflects the true character of this country and its people. A democratic media serving a democratic society.

Whether you vote for me or you don't vote for me, I really want to be your greatest champion. And I will be your champion, whether you vote for me or not.

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As journalist, I'm responsible to the American people, not to the military of the United States.

In the meantime, it just makes it a little harder to smile. But so does the world.