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Hollywood trade magazine Variety is pointing out the increased presence of CNN anchor Don Lemon, particularly in the wake of the network’s election and inauguration coverage.

In the past weeks, CNN viewers have seen graphics directing viewers to Lemon’s Facebook page (his authorized page, as opposed to the “I Want to Marry Don Lemon” and “Don Lemon Is the Sh**” fan groups). He can also be found at LinkedIn, MySpace, Twitter and as a contributor to the network’s “Black in America” blog.

We think the world of Don,” says Bart Feder, senior VP of current programming for CNN/U.S. “There’s no question that he has a following, and he has a lot of perspective to bring to the table.”

Feder admits that Lemon’s being young, handsome and African-American in the age of Obama is also part of what he brings.

One of the goals of the network has been to have many different voices and true diversity of thought,” he says. “And adding Don to a panel adds to that, and that’s a good thing.”

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