I like to report. I like to go to the newsmakers. I like to get out. I've heard about people talking about the anchor as the voice of god. That set i…

- Lester Holt

Mr. [Donald] Trump, for five years, you perpetuated a false claim that the nation's first black president was not a natural-born citizen. You questio…

- Lester Holt

Stop-and-frisk was ruled unconstitutional in New York, because it largely singled out black and Hispanic young men.

- Lester Holt

The biggest thing I worry about is the unsubstantiated story. You have to tell the people what you know -- and acknowledge what you don't know.

- Lester Holt

On more than one occasion, the camera has cut to me after a break as I'm still trying to swallow the last bite of cookie. Those of you who have thoug…

- Lester Holt

I think sometimes we lose sight of how powerful we are when we put someone on the news - for good or bad. It can really change people's lives.

- Lester Holt

The challenge is right now, I call it the death of critical thinking in America. It's a very worrisome development. More and more people seem to be r…

- Lester Holt

One of the most important skills at [reporting] is not so much what comes out of your mouth but what you hear. To listen. When you interview people, …

- Lester Holt

As Americans we rightfully place tremendous value on having a free and independent press. Our role as journalists is to give voice to the voiceless,…

- Lester Holt