For its sustained and often groundbreaking coverage that informed and aided the nation as it grappled with the complex and varied issues stemming from the September 11th terrorist attacks on America and their aftermath.

For the work of Sari Horwitz, Scott Higham and Sarah Cohen for a series that exposed the District of Columbia's role in the neglect and death of 229 children placed in protective care between 1993 and 2000, which prompted an overhaul of the city's child welfare system.

For his enterprising and nuanced reporting that disclosed Senator Bob Kerrey's role in a massacre during the Vietnam War.

For their series that suggested that university research on new drug therapies is being tainted by relationships with profit-seeking drug companies.

Premiered on May 20, 2001 at George Mason University, Fairfax, VA.

Premiered on July 18, 2001, in Santa Fe, NM.