As President Barack Obama prepares to address the Democratic Convention tomorrow night, my thoughts turn to his singular career and the first time I met him 12 years ago. | Dan Rather

Gerry Beckley and Dewey Bunnell of the band America were barely out of their teenage years when they hit it big. They were riding high in the early ‘70s when their first single "A Horse with No Name" and their self-titled debut album both reached the top of the charts. But critics were quick to compare them to another group of young men known for their folk rock music and harmonies: Crosby, Stills, Nash, & Young. In this clip, Gerry Beckley and Dewey Bunnell talk about those comparisons and find

There are few true living legends, and sadly today one of those has left the stage. Don Rickles was known for his insults. He was beloved for his heart. His long life was like a living history of American comedy. I am deeply saddened to hear he has passed away at the age of 90. I interviewed him for my program The Big Interview a few years back (a relavent clip is posted below), and we had an afternoon of laughs and even a few tears. Rickles' wit and spirit will be deeply missed. With his passin

We have had an assault on our democracy, and the danger, fueled by Trump and his allies remains clear and present. At this moment of crisis, some thoughts on a broader perspective. | Dan Rather