We, I believe, are in the fight of our lives to save this profession which we love. I believe we can do it, and I believe we can win this battle.

Here in the United States, our profession is much maligned, people simply don't trust or like journalists anymore and that's sad.

And I believe that good journalism, good television, can make our world a better place.

Here in the United States, our profession is much maligned, people simply don't trust or like journalists anymore and that's sad.

I leave CNN with the utmost respect, love and admiration for the company and everyone who works here. This has been my family and shared endeavor for the past 27 years, and I am forever grateful and proud of all that we have accomplished.

Indeed in the full flush of journalistic passion and conviction I once told an interviewer that of course I would never get married. And I most definitely would never have children.