Robert Novak

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  • Biography

    Robert Novak (February 26, 1931 – August 18, 2009) was a conservative political commentator who wrote an opinion column for the Washington Post. He retired on August 4, 2008, after being diagnosed with a brain tumor, and passed away due to complications. The journalist, who frequently appeared on CNN, has published his memoirs, Prince of Darkness: Fifty Years Reporting in Washington.

  • Death

    After fighting brain cancer for more than a year, Robert Novak died at age 78 in his home on August 18, 2009.Los Angeles Times, http://www.latimes.com/news/obituaries/la-me-robert-novak19-2009aug19,0,4381837.story His funeral was held in downtown Washington, D.C. on August 21.The Associated Press, http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5gm2vrpZzUhmKWB0SCXsmsljWP2cAD9A7C91O1 Novak is survived by son Alexander, daughter Zelda Caldwell, and eight grandchildren.

  • CIA Leak Scandal

    Novak divulged the identity of CIA operative Valerie Plame in a 2003 column, citing "senior administration officials." The source was eventually revealed to be Richard Armitage. Novak was subpoenaed by Special Prosecutor Patrick Fitzgerald's investigation and cooperated with prosecutors.TheAtlantic.com: The CIA Leak Scandal: A Gallery of Antiheroes (October 25, 2008)

  • Hit and Run

    While driving his black Corvette On July 23, 2008, Novak reportedly hit a 66-year-old pedestrian in downtown Washington, D.C.. According to bicyclist David Bono, Novak allegedly hit him and drove off without stopping. Allegedly, Bono chased Novak down and prevented him from leaving the scene until police arrived.Politico: Novak Cited After Hitting Pedestrian (July 23, 2008)

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