8 Quotes by Bob Zelnick

the potential to inflame is greater than the value of the piece itself.

Peter was not looked upon as an unmitigated blessing in the early '80s,

My sense is that the network news should continue to play an important though diminished role in bringing information to people. After all, a combined audience of 29 million viewers is still many times the numbers cable is producing.

I think Andrew has had the scarlet letter on his forehead since the '60 Minutes' episode. It was only a matter of time.

There was a lot of speculation about Koppel replacing him. Peter grew into the job and the network accommodated the show to his strengths and interests. He had a long ride at the top.

If I were making the decision, I imagine Charlie would anchor for another five or six years, ... they could get a 20-year ride, assuming TV news lasts another 20 years.

I think ABC decided to take one risk instead of two.

I don't see how a reporter can function in a sensitive beat without relying on anonymous sources -- even one anonymous source if the reporter has confidence in him.