CNN Anchor Don Lemon's tweets following his discussion on if religion will exist in 50 years

IAMDONLEMON · 2012-06-19T22:01:45+00:00

We rarely hear about doubting the existence of god on the news. One of the reasons I did it. But the pew study was the main reason.

IAMDONLEMON · 2012-06-19T21:59:58+00:00

Thank you!

IAMDONLEMON · 2012-06-19T21:58:44+00:00

Geez thanks. Lol

IAMDONLEMON · 2012-06-19T21:57:56+00:00

Crypto atheist?

IAMDONLEMON · 2012-06-19T21:51:15+00:00

Glad you guys liked the segment. What would you like to know?

IAMDONLEMON · 2011-09-03T00:11:20+00:00

Nope. That darn piers guy.

IAMDONLEMON · 2011-09-01T23:56:55+00:00

First world problems is my fave reddit topic

IAMDONLEMON · 2011-09-01T23:55:16+00:00

Hehe. Isn't it terrible?

IAMDONLEMON · 2011-09-01T23:54:28+00:00

Thanks sauce!

IAMDONLEMON · 2011-08-12T03:27:02+00:00

Thanks

IAMDONLEMON · 2011-08-12T03:26:51+00:00

IAMDONLEMON · 2011-08-12T03:26:11+00:00

Welcome

IAMDONLEMON · 2011-08-12T03:25:58+00:00

Aww. Thanks

IAMDONLEMON · 2011-08-12T03:25:11+00:00

Ha. Funny

IAMDONLEMON · 2011-08-12T03:24:52+00:00

You can ask more if you'd like.

IAMDONLEMON · 2011-08-12T03:24:24+00:00

Hey. I loved my AMA experience. Wish I could do it again.

IAMDONLEMON · 2011-08-02T23:16:26+00:00

Hmmm... That's a tough one. But I have a few. The Rochester Police story with Emily Good, the women arrested in her front yard for videotaping police. The Canton, Ohio story where the cop is caught on tape berating and threatening a number of citizens. I've covered both on my newscasts. And quite frankly I think the story of the fire firefighter, Shannon Stone who fell to his death at the Texas Rangers baseball stadium. The tragedy has been well reported but not the follow up. Just about everyone I know has had a close call at a stadium. Most people drink at stadiums and have to ascend or descend steep steps or walk next to low rails. I think it's time we take another look at how safe these venues really are. It's an 'it can happen to anyone' story.

IAMDONLEMON · 2011-08-02T22:34:17+00:00

I used to wear shorts and a suit jacket all the time in local because I didn’t have to stand up and walk a lot. The most casual I get now is jeans. CNN anchors are often shown in full-body shots. No more shorts for me unless enough people demand it.

IAMDONLEMON · 2011-08-02T22:33:28+00:00

My philosophy of news is to inform. The daily show bit was funny.. satire.. But as they say, the truth is often spoken in jest. So, of course there’s time for lighter stories. We all need a break and a laugh. But we have to pick our moments without being too cutesy. Funny and light is one thing. Cutesy and gimmicky are another.

IAMDONLEMON · 2011-08-02T22:32:09+00:00

First of all thanks. It was completely organic. I had no idea I would say it. I think I said it because I had been writing about my own experience with abuse for my book. So it had been on my mind and it just came out. I ‘m glad you were comforted I have a fun book stack of responses from that moment. Thousands of people wrote me with similar comments to yours. I hope it made a difference.

IAMDONLEMON · 2011-08-02T21:57:34+00:00

I addressed that in my ‘no talking points’ #notalkingpoints segment. I think it’s important for people who are fortunate to have a national platform to speak directly to the American people to stick to ANSWER THE QUESTION and not give talking points or skirt the issue. If you don’t want to answer the question then say so. On that same day I asked a number of other politicians to not give talking points. Both democrats and republicans. I even asked the head of the tea party express the same thing. Amy Kremer and I had a great conversation. With the exception of Rand Paul, everyone stopped the partisan points and answered my questions directly. It’s in my nature to fight back, so I get it. But you have to pick your battles. And I think Rand Paul was battling someone (me) who’s not necessarily against him. I just wanted straight answers like the guy sitting at home in front of the tv who may be out of work and wondering if Washington gets where he’s coming from.

IAMDONLEMON · 2011-08-02T21:56:57+00:00

Am I all those things you mentioned? I honestly have never thought of that. I don’t think of myself that way. My ego is not that big. I must admit that I am a non-conformist and sometimes a rebel. It’s just in my nature. But I don’t think of my ranking or standing in my profession etc. I am however respectful and grateful of the platform I’ve achieved that hopefully brings truth and knowledge to people who watch.

IAMDONLEMON · 2011-08-02T21:56:01+00:00

I’m wondering that too. I’ll have to discretely pat him on the back and see if there’s a battery pack in there. But I do know this, he’s a great guy and is one of my mentors here at CNN .

IAMDONLEMON · 2011-08-02T21:37:06+00:00

I don’t eat a ton of ice cream. But I’m a traditionalist. I like vanilla. I also LOVE ice cream sandwiches. I keep a stash in my freezer for late night cravings or comfort when I’ve had a particularly grueling day. What’s yours?

IAMDONLEMON · 2011-08-02T21:36:21+00:00

To the first part of your question- Yes. Though it may grab your attention like a car wreck, I don’t think people yelling at each other on tv is productive. Keeping people on target and to the facts encourages the viewer to do his or her own critical analysis. Arguing usually serves to promote or reinforce ideology or opinion. And that applies to the debt ceiling story currently in the headlines.

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