The press is not the enemy of the people according to Philadelphia news anchor Jim Gardner in his farewell broadcast. The video can be watched below. He asked his audience for a final word and then launched a defense of his work. The American free press has been attacked by elements in our own society and government. It's worrying me a lot. The most important message about the fourth estate was delivered after an anecdote about Thomas Jefferson. He said that they were not the enemies of the people. It is our duty to serve the people of the tri-state area. He said this is their mission now and in the future. Let us know if we fail for your benefit and for ours. As he said good night for the last time, he was applauded by his colleagues.
J.J. Abbott posted a message on December 21st.
He told The Philadelphia Inquirer that he had contemplated retirement before, but the news in recent years made him want to stay. He said he would spend more time with his wife and maybe even get a facial feature.
He said that he would return to his real name, Jim Goldman. I think about that a lot. Jim Goldman will probably get rid of his mustache.