LEMON: One journalist who would tell you like it is on a subject that we just discussed was Gwen Ifill. But sadly, we have lost her voice. The co-anchor of PBS News Hour died today from complications from uterine cancer. Gwen was one of the most talented journalists of our time period. Her accomplishments are literally too many to mention. She moderated presidential debates. She was part of the first all-female anchor team on Nightly Network News and on and on. I first met Gwen at a National Association of Black Journalist Convention in the mid-90s when I was trying to become an on-air reporter. The woman who I have watched and loved from afar, agreed to critique my first demo tape. I hang on to her every word. Now I have a few words for her. Gwen, you were a black woman who thrived in this brutal business dominated by mostly men. You transcended race and gender. You were simply brilliant and powerful. A quiet storm, professional, understated, humble. I won't give your age, because I was taught to never tell or ask a ladies age, and I won't say good-bye because good-byes are so hard, but I will say so long and thank you.
Gwen Ifill of PBS News Died Today.