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Legendary newsman Cronkite dies at 92

Jul. 18, 2009
When Americans wanted the news, CBS anchorman Walter Cronkite was there. Known as "Uncle Walter," Cronkite died Friday at 92. At the height of his influence, Cronkite's judgment was believed to be so important it could affect presidents.
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President Barack Obama awards the the Presidential Medal of Freedom to singer/songwriter Bob Dylan during a ceremony in the East Room at the White House in Washington on May 29, 2012. The Medal of Freedom is our NationÕs highest civilian honor, presented to individuals who have made especially meritorious contributions to the security or national interests of the United States, to world peace, or to cultural or other significant public or private endeavors. UPI/Kevin Dietsch