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WASHINGTON – DECEMBER 29: Columnist William Safire of the New York Times speaks during a pre-tape of “Meet the Press” at the NBC studios December 29, 2005 in Washington, DC. Safire reviewed the biggest news stories of 2005 and discussed issues which will be important in 2006. The show will be broadcast January 1, 2006. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images for Meet the Press) *** Local Caption *** William Safire Original Filename: 56494158AW001_Meet_The_Pres.jpg