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CNN Worldwide president Jim Walton says he will step down at the end of the year to pursue other interests. "CNN needs new thinking," Walton wrote in a note to staff this morning. "That starts with a new leader who brings a different perspective, different experiences and a new plan, one who will build on our great foundation and will commit to seeing it through." Meanwhile, the network tapsVictor Blackwell as co-host of CNN Newsroom Saturday... Norah O'Donnelltakes over for ...
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