Bob Schieffer

News Correspondent American Born 1937 (age 89)

CBS veteran journalist and political correspondent.

391 quotes

"Never stop being curious about the world around you."
Knowledge
"The most important thing is to stay true to your principles."
Truth
"People remember how you made them feel more than what you said."
Relationships
"Time is the most valuable commodity we have."
Time
"Good storytelling bridges divides between people."
Art
"Success comes to those who show up and do the work."
Success
"Listen more than you talk, and you'll learn everything."
Wisdom
"The strength of democracy depends on informed citizens."
Politics
"Change is inevitable; resistance is futile."
Change
"Your word is your bond in this profession."
Truth
"The best interviews happen when people feel respected."
Relationships
"Never underestimate the power of a well-researched question."
Knowledge
"Integrity cannot be compromised for convenience."
Truth
"The role of media is to be a watchdog for the people."
Justice
"Kindness costs nothing but yields everything."
Kindness
"Great achievements require great sacrifice."
Perseverance
"Understanding history helps us understand the present."
History
"The pursuit of truth is noble work."
Wisdom
"Family is the foundation of everything."
Family
"Courage is doing what's right even when it's difficult."
Courage
"Knowledge without wisdom is dangerous."
Knowledge
"The most important skill is knowing how to listen."
Wisdom
"Power without accountability is tyranny."
Justice
"Age brings perspective that youth cannot buy."
Wisdom
"Work ethic determines more than talent alone."
Work
"Friendship is built on honesty and mutual respect."
Friendship
"Dreams without action remain dreams."
Dreams
"The world needs more people willing to ask difficult questions."
Courage
"Patience is a virtue that modern life does not reward."
Patience
"Beautiful truths are still truths, even when uncomfortable."
Truth