Director David Weiss often introduces me as the oldest living intern. And during my tenure, twice now, as intern at NHF, I admit to loving the time on staff in equal measure with my years, that is, as my age increases so does my joy!

There were chilling moments, however, during the year while viewing selections from the 4,600 tapes in the WCVB collection. I am in my 70s working as an archivist now, but began adult life, with young children, as a professional journalist.

A knot formed in my stomach as I watched CityLine in July, and Five on Five in September, and then several Good Day segments in October, 1991, discussing the nomination and then confirmation of Justice Clarence Thomas. Joe Biden chaired the senate committee, and I listen to them all talk about what...