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\t\t\t\t\t60 Minutes has been known primarily for investigative journalism.\t\t\t\t<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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On September 24, 1968, CBS aired the first episode of 60 Minutes<\/strong>a show that became a staple of the American media landscape. <\/p>\n

Pioneer of the format “news magazine”<\/strong> 60 Minutes is the longest-running primetime show in American television history.<\/p>\n

60 Minutes was intentionally presented as a magazine, with \u201ccover\u201d graphics and a variety of content ranging from straightforward investigative reporting to more light-hearted editorials and commentary. <\/p>\n

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Its first episode, broadcast on September 24, 1968, featured coverage of the presidential campaigns of Richard Nixon and Hubert Humphrey<\/strong>comments from various writers and journalists, an interview with the Attorney General, part of an Oscar-winning short film, and even a high-minded discussion between the hosts about the nature of reality. <\/p>\n

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