The content is a personal reflection on the author's experience working under the leadership of Lawrence E. Young, the late executive editor of the Arlington Morning News. Young was a dynamic and inspiring leader who commanded respect and brought out the best in his team.
The author describes how Young would stride into the newsroom with authority, delivering passionate speeches to motivate the staff to outperform the competition. He would personally edit the author's articles, providing detailed feedback to help her improve. Young had a talent for identifying and nurturing young talent, and the author was one of the lucky ones he took under his wing.
The author recounts a pivotal moment during the 2000 U.S. presidential election recount, when Young encouraged her to seize the opportunity to report from the epicenter of the historic event in Washington, D.C. This "carpe diem moment" led to the author's first byline in a national publication, an experience that left a lasting impact.
The author concludes by expressing her goal to carry on Young's legacy of inspiring leadership and helping others achieve their full potential, just as he had done for her.
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