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Remembering Cokie Roberts, 1943-2019 Veteran journalist Cokie Roberts, who joined NPR in 1978 and left an indelible imprint on the network with her coverage of Washington politics before later going to ABC News, died on Sept. 17 at 75.
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Family, Friends And Colleagues Remember Pioneering Journalist Cokie Roberts

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Family, Friends And Colleagues Remember Pioneering Journalist Cokie Roberts

A funeral mass took place on Saturday in Washington, D.C., to celebrate the life of Cokie Roberts. Click the audio link to listen to a special broadcast honoring one of the "founding mothers" of NPR.

Family, Friends And Colleagues Remember Pioneering Journalist Cokie Roberts

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Families, Friends, Colleagues Remember Legendary Journalist Cokie Roberts

A funeral mass took place on Saturday in Washington, D.C. to remember the life of one of the founding mothers of NPR.

Families, Friends, Colleagues Remember Legendary Journalist Cokie Roberts

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Opinion: Remembering Cokie Roberts

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Opinion: Remembering Cokie Roberts

NPR's Scott Simon remembers journalist and friend Cokie Roberts, who died this week at the age of 75.

Opinion: Remembering Cokie Roberts

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Friends, Family Say Cokie Roberts' Passing Is 'A Great Loss For America'

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Friends, Family Say Cokie Roberts' Passing Is 'A Great Loss For America'

The veteran journalist, who died on Tuesday at 75, was one of NPR's "Founding Mothers." Roberts' funeral was held Saturday morning at the Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle in Washington, D.C.

Cokie Roberts Was Devoted To Her Roman Catholic Faith

In addition to her work as a journalist and author, Cokie Roberts was well known as a prominent Catholic. It was part of her public persona, and she didn't hesitate to criticize the church she loved.

Cokie Roberts Was Devoted To Her Roman Catholic Faith

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Remembering Cokie Roberts, Who Forged A Path For Female Journalists

Cokie Roberts was a pioneering journalist, who helped other women find prominent roles in the industry. Roberts, who died Tuesday at age 75, is remembered by her colleagues and friends.

Remembering Cokie Roberts, Who Forged A Path For Female Journalists

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Former ABC Broadcaster Sam Donaldson Remembers Cokie Roberts

Cokie Roberts has died after an influential career covering Washington politics for NPR and ABC. NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Roberts' former This Week co-anchor Sam Donaldson about her legacy.

Former ABC Broadcaster Sam Donaldson Remembers Cokie Roberts

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Journalist Cokie Roberts Pursued Her Ambitions With Integrity

Cokie Robert's storied career at National Public Radio and ABC News took her to the heights of her profession. But her values put family and relationships above all else.

Journalist Cokie Roberts Pursued Her Ambitions With Integrity

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'The Personification Of Human Decency': Nina Totenberg Remembers Cokie Roberts

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'The Personification Of Human Decency': Nina Totenberg Remembers Cokie Roberts

Journalist Cokie Roberts died on Tuesday. Fellow NPR "Founding Mother" Nina Totenberg says Roberts was an "always polite political reporter, willing to ask the impolitic question if necessary."

'The Personification Of Human Decency': Nina Totenberg Remembers Cokie Roberts

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'Fresh Air' Remembers Cokie Roberts, A Founding Mother Of NPR

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Roberts, who died Tuesday, was a congressional correspondent in the early days of NPR, when there were few women reporters on radio or TV. She later joined ABC News. Originally broadcast in 1993.

'Fresh Air' Remembers Cokie Roberts, A Founding Mother Of NPR

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Cokie Roberts, Pioneering Journalist Who Helped Shape NPR, Dies At 75

Cokie Roberts was one of NPR's most recognizable voices and is considered one of a handful of pioneering female journalists who helped shape the public broadcaster's sound and culture. She died Tuesday. Ariel Zambelich/NPR hide caption

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Cokie Roberts, Pioneering Journalist Who Helped Shape NPR, Dies At 75

Roberts, who joined the fledgling network in 1978, was a seasoned Washington insider who developed a distinctive voice as a reporter and commentator for both NPR and ABC News.

Cokie Roberts, Pioneering Journalist Who Helped Shape NPR, Dies At 75

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