PHIL DONAHUE – TV ICON Photo courtesy of The Fischer Ross Group, Inc. General Meeting Mr. Donahue began his career in 1957 on a local radio station in Cleveland. From there he moved to television. His credentials also include author and director. The Phil Donahue Show began as the typical television show of its time featuring celebrities and musical acts. The show morphed into what became his “brand” of a daytime talk show format with a focus on audience participation on hot button issues. Topics included abortion, consumer protection and civil rights. The show had a 29-year run and stands as the longest running show of its kind in United States history. His journalism earned him 20 Emmy Awards as well as a George Peabody Award. Mr. Donahue was the first western journalist to visit Chernobyl after the nuclear accident. He interviewed many luminaries including Malcolm X, Muhammed Ali, Johnny Carson, Oprah Winfrey and John F. Kennedy. Mr. Donahue and his wife, actress and author Marlo Thomas, are outspoken liberals. They speak up to defend and protect first amendment rights for all. Please join us to hear Mr. Donahue tell his own story. The meeting is free for members. There is a $10 charge for non-members, applicable toward a new membership if paid that day. Contact the NCJW office at 201-385-4847 or office@ncjwbcs.org for more information. |
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The National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) is a grassroots organization of volunteers and advocates who turn progressive ideals into action. Inspired by Jewish values, NCJW strives for social justice by improving the quality of life for women, children, and families and by safeguarding individual rights and freedoms.
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