"There's a brutality to journalism that I think I had to adjust to."
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About Anthony Shadid
Anthony Shadid was a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist known for his extensive coverage of the Middle East. Born in Oklahoma in 1968 to a family of Lebanese descent, Shadid pursued a career in journalism and reported for major publications such as The Washington Post and The New York Times. He covered a wide range of topics including wars in Iraq, Lebanon, and Libya, offering unique insights and perspectives on the region. Shadid's reporting often focused on the human stories behind the conflicts, shedding light on the impact of war on individuals and communities.
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