Soon-to-be MSNBC anchor Martin Bashir sent a note to his “Nightline” colleagues this morning telling them he was leaving the show and ABC News.
I wanted to let you know, as my close working colleagues for a considerable period of time, that I will be joining MSNBC/NBC – to work in both daily and long-form journalism.
Entirety, after the jump…
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From: Bashir, Martin
My Dear Friends,
I wanted to let you know, as my close working colleagues for a considerable period of time, that I will be joining MSNBC/NBC – to work in both daily and long-form journalism.
Before I say anything more – I must acknowledge my debt of gratitude to each of you. It has been my privilege to partner with you at ABC and I shall forever be grateful for your professionalism, kindness and support. I do believe that we have always sought to reach for the very best in all our journalistic ventures.
In the process, we have become more than colleagues – and so, even as I prepare to leave, I know that our friendship (which began six years ago) will continue into the future.
I do trust that the show will continue to enjoy success and that you will be as welcoming of Bill Weir as you have been of me.
With all good wishes,
Martin