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Jake Tapper

Award-Winning Journalist; Anchor and Chief Washington Correspondent, CNN

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Jake Tapper

CNN anchor and chief Washington correspondent, Jake Tapper, joined the network in January 2013. His one-hour weekday program The Lead with Jake Tapper debuted in March 2013. The program seeks to examine and advance stories that demonstrate Tapper's own curiosities and interests with headlines from around the country and the globe, from politics to money, and sports to popular culture.

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Politics Media Moderator Political Analysts

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Chris Cillizza

Popular Political Analyst, Former CNN Politics Reporter and Editor-at-Large

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US East: $20,001 - $35,000*
US West: $20,001 - $35,000*
Europe: $35,001 - $55,000*
Asia: $55,001 - $75,000*

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Chris Cillizza

Chris Cillizza is a one of the most dynamic voices in politics today. Currently a CNN Politics Reporter and Editor-at-Large, he contributes pieces online and on air for CNN. He is a former MSNBC political analyst and the founder of The Washington Post's blog "The Fix," which is now one of the most heavily trafficked political blogs on the web. Cillizza also formerly worked for Roll Call, The Cook Political Report, Congress Daily, and more. Named one of DC's "50 Top Journalists," his exciting speeches cover the latest breaking news in Washington.

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Candy Crowley

Award-Winning Journalist and Former Chief Political Correspondent for CNN

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Candy Crowley

Candy Crowley is CNN’s former award-winning, nonpartisan chief political correspondent and anchor of the Sunday morning talk show State of the Union with Candy Crowley. The Los Angeles Times called her “no-nonsense” and a “straight shooter,” characterizing her career as “sophisticated political observation, graceful writing, and determined fairness.” She was also the first woman to moderate a presidential debate in two decades. With years of experience, insider knowledge, and access to the day’s top newsmakers, she shares insights on the current state of politics and today’s headlines.

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Anderson Cooper

Emmy Awarding-Winning Journalist; Anchor, CNN's Anderson Cooper 360°

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Anderson Cooper

Anderson Cooper is an Emmy award-winning American journalist, author, and television personality. The anchor of the CNN's Anderson Cooper 360°, he has reported from all over the world on the major news stories of the last two decades. He is also the author of New York Times best-selling Dispatches from the Edge: A Memoir of War, Disasters and Survival. Audiences appreciate his insider's perspective on current events, international affairs, politics, and the unconventional but significant stories that are often overlooked.

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Ron Brownstein

Journalist & Sr. CNN Political Analyst

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Ron Brownstein

Part journalist, part historian, and all shrewd political observer, Ronald (Ron) Brownstein explains the complexities of American politics with lucid precision. As a CNN Senior Political Analyst, Senior Editor for the Atlantic, and Contributing Editor for National Journal, he produces sharp analysis on politics, policy, the electorate, media, healthcare, energy, the press' impact on Americans, and the range of issues informed by his strong sense of American political and national history. Brownstein provides an insider’s look into politics and the media and has twice been a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize. He is also the author of seven best-selling books, and his articles on politics, public policy, and culture have appeared in myriad of major publications and on many broadcast news outlets.

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History Politics Healthcare Policy Healthcare Economic Outlook Energy Authors Media Moderator Political Analysts Pollsters & Public Opinion Experts

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Stephanie Cutter

Legendary Political Strategist, Founder of Precision Strategies, and Former Deputy Campaign Manager & Senior Advisor to President Obama

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Stephanie Cutter

Stephanie Cutter is one of the most-trusted voices of the Democratic Party. At the center of every major policy and political debate of the last 20 years, she offers an enlightening look at the current state of politics told through insider stories with today’s top lawmakers. From the halls of Congress to the campaign trail and from the West Wing to the C-Suite, Stephanie is one of the foremost experts at weaving together political strategies to create a narrative that resonates with voters. She was named one of the “50 Most Powerful People in Washington,” by GC magazine.

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Peter Bergen

CNN National Security Analyst and Best-Selling Author of Manhunt

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Local: $10,001 - $20,000*
US East: $20,001 - $35,000*
US West: $20,001 - $35,000*
Europe: $20,001 - $35,000*
Asia: $35,001 - $55,000*

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Peter Bergen

One of the foremost authorities on national security and foreign policy, Peter Bergen is CNN’s most senior security analyst and has more than 20 years experience reporting from the world’s hot spots. He has written six books, 3 of which were New York Times best-sellers, including Manhunt, which was turned into an Emmy-winning documentary. He is best known as one of the few people to interview Osama bin Laden face-to-face. Always putting himself where the action is, Bergen is a compelling and knowledgeable speaker on what’s going on in the world’s hot spots.

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Middle East National Security Geopolitics Media

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Mark Preston

Executive Director of Political Programming & Senior Political Analyst for CNN

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Mark Preston

Mark Preston is CNN’s executive director of political programming and senior political analyst based in the network’s Washington, DC bureau. In his dual role, Preston leads the conception and execution of CNN's political events, including debates and town halls, and reports on campaigns, politics, and breaking news in Washington, DC, across all of the network's platforms. He joined CNN as political editor in 2005 and played a key role in the network’s Emmy award-winning election nights in 2006 and 2012, as well as CNN’s Peabody award-winning campaign coverage in 2008. He also hosts "Full Stop with Mark Preston" on SiriusXM POTUS 124, and serves as the on-air Decision Desk Analyst for CNN’s election coverage. For his expertise, Preston has also appeared on C-SPAN, Fox, ABC, NPR, and many other top news outlets. He addresses politics and elections.

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Politics Media Moderator Political Analysts Pollsters & Public Opinion Experts

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Scott Jennings

CNN Contributor, Conservative Columnist, & Former Presidential Advisor

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Scott Jennings

Scott Jennings is a founding partner of RunSwitch, providing senior level political, communications, public affairs, media relations, and crisis communications counsel for national and international clients. Scott’s expertise often lands him in the national press. He’s an on-air Political Contributor for CNN, writes regular columns for Gannett, the LA Times, and CNN.com, and is frequently quoted by reporters the world over because of his expert analysis. Scott’s career has taken him across the country as part of four presidential campaigns and numerous U.S. Senate, congressional, state, and local races. He served in key roles in both of President George W. Bush’s campaigns in 2000 and 2004, before becoming Special Assistant to the President in 2005, working under Karl Rove. At the White House, Scott served as a liaison to members of Congress, state and local officials, and key business, political and community leaders nationwide. His office advised the president on numerous issues and was part of the confirmation process for two Supreme Court Justices.

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Politics Media Political Analysts Pollsters & Public Opinion Experts

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Peter Beinart

Editor-at-Large for Jewish Currents, Contributor to MSNBC, Professor of Journalism & Political Science at City University of New York

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Peter Beinart

Peter Beinart is one of America’s most highly-regarded commentators on American politics and foreign policy. He is a professor of journalism and political science at The City University of New York, editor-at-large for Jewish Currents, author of The Beinart Notebook on Substack. a political commentator for MSNBC and a non-resident fellow at the Foundation for Middle East Peace. Beinart burst onto the punditry scene immediately after graduating from Oxford in 1995. Since then, he has been editor of the New Republic magazine, a columnist at The Forward and Haaretz, written widely acclaimed books, and been a featured player on the television news circuit for his expertise and articulate analysis. Exclusively represented by Leading Authorities speakers bureau, he addresses politics, foreign policy, elections, and the American-Israel relationship.

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Middle East Politics Generations & Demographics Political Analysts

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John Harwood

Award-Winning Political Journalist & White House Correspondent

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John Harwood

A Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, John Harwood is a widely respected expert in presidential politics and an admired voice in American homes renowned for his compelling explorations into headline-grabbing events in Washington, as well as his must-see interviews with some of the most influential leaders shaping the future of our nation. A household name on screen and in print for several decades, Harwood has served as White House correspondent for CNN and chief Washington correspondent for CNBC, and has offered political analysis for The New York Times, NBC, MSNBC, NPR, and PBS. Harwood has his finger on the pulse of the latest in the White House and on Capitol Hill, offering an insightful and nonpartisan look at today’s political landscape. Having covered each of the last ten presidential elections, he breaks down the Washington political scene as a whole, drawing on decades of journalistic experience to provide hard-hitting analysis of the current state of Beltway politics and how factors such as elections, current events, and congressional culture will impact the current presidential administration as well as the American public.

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Politics Healthcare Policy Finance Policy & Regulation Media Moderator Political Analysts

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Victoria DeFrancesco Soto

Political Analyst, Social Scientist, and Academic Leader

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Victoria DeFrancesco Soto

Passionate about making social science relatable to real-time political events, Victoria DeFrancesco Soto is an analyst, academic, and social scientist with expertise in campaigns and elections, immigration, Latinos, women, racial and ethnic minority politics, and political psychology. A contributor to MSNBC and Telemundo, she is currently Dean of the Clinton School of Public Service at the University of Arkansas – working with university leadership to cultivate and expand diversity, equity, and inclusion. She has previously provided on-air analysis for CNN, Fox, PBS, Univision, NPR and has appeared on HBO’s Real Time with Bill Maher. Applying high-quality social science research to on-the-ground political realities, she provides a unique, outside-the-Beltway view to today’s real-world issues. Using her nuanced understanding of key electorates – including women, Latino, and youth demographics – she thoughtfully unpacks the factors shaping the political landscape and expertly analyzes the state of the nation’s politics & elections.

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Everybody wants to stay up-to-date on the latest developments of what's happening in the world. Whether it is keeping tabs on an upcoming presidential election or the latest developments on Wall Street, these CNN News speakers have you covered. Our news reporters can provide enlightening insights into the current landscape of the world through varied perspectives, offering your audience a diverse range of opinions and lived experiences. Whether it's social commentary on race, media, finance, or political insights, these CNN News anchors offer personalized commentary that your audience members will appreciate.

Because of their expert ability to stay updated on trending topics and their access to information out of the public's view, these speakers are adept at creating connections between their speaking topics and the most pressing issues currently affecting our world. These CNN speakers have experience in sectors such as national security, book publishing, activism, foreign policy, and education, meaning they can address numerous event topics of your choosing to appeal to attendees.

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