The daughter of legendary 60 Minutes correspondent Morley Safer expresses profound grief over the 'murder' of the iconic broadcast, sparked by Scott Pelley's firing and perceived assaults on the First Amendment. She draws parallels to her father's career, highlighting his defiance against corporate and political pressures, and fears for the future of independent journalism at CBS.
Sarah Safer, daughter of Morley Safer, a correspondent for 60 Minutes for 46 years, profoundly laments the 'murder' of the esteemed broadcast, particularly following Scott Pelley's firing. She connects this event to broader assaults on the First Amendment by the current administration and CBS leadership. Safer recounts the immense personal sacrifices made by journalists, producers, and crew, drawing from her own childhood experiences with her father's demanding career. She highlights her father's past defiance against CBS management and political pressure, recalling his sharp criticisms of budget cuts and fears of 'designer-news.' Safer draws a powerful parallel to her father's 1965 report on Cam Ne, which drew presidential backlash, noting that under current leadership, such a story might never air, or her father's career would be jeopardized. She concludes by imagining her father's enduring spirit haunting CBS, encouraging those upholding his legacy and challenging management amidst the program's 'decimation.'
