Well, i have to admit…i will be reading Barbara Walters’ book that was recently published. She has done much over the years to further women in the media. She has been at the forefront of many standout interviews, of the movers and shakers, in our country’s history; not to mention other countries who’s actions have impacted ours. She is one of those people who mingles with celebrities, politicians, financiers, royalty, muscians and everyday people; and she does it well.
Not only that; but, as an adoptive parent…i am interested in hearing the background of the adoption of her daughter Jackie. I think that there is probably an interesting story behind it; as there is with most adoptions. Barbara has led an interesting life.
I will also say, that over the last two years i have lost alot of respect for Barbara. This is just a personal observation; but, i’ve disliked the way that she handled the personal/professional conflicts; in the eye of the public.
I felt the issues she had with Star and Rosie could have been handled in a much better way. Also, since the release of Barbara’s book; i’ve disliked the fact that for the publicity hype of her book; she has brandished her past affair with a married man not to mention riding on the emotion of her handicapped sister’s memory. Those issues are at conflict with the woman that I have admired over the years for all that she has brought to our culture of working women in the media.
So, i will have to read the book to reconcile the two women in my mind; i must do this to understand her, or i won’t be able to watch her with any semblence of respect. However, i won’t be buying Ms. Walter’s book…she appears to have more than enough money; so, i will hang on to mine. I will borrow the book from the local library like the good library patron that i am.
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