Richard Salant

Richard Salant was a prominent journalist and news executive who served as the president of CBS News from 1961 to 1979. He is best known for his role in establishing and promoting high standards of journalistic integrity during the golden age of American television news, particularly through his contributions to the CBS News standards document in 1976. Salant is credited with overseeing the launch of the influential news program '60 Minutes' and advocating for accuracy and fairness in reporting. His legacy includes a commitment to responsible journalism that has influenced news broadcasting practices for decades.