Political Speakers

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. GQ named her one of the “50 Most Powerful People in Washington,” and from the halls of Congress to the campaign trail and from the West Wing to the C-Suite, she is one of the foremost experts at weaving together political strategies to create a narrative that resonates with voters.

From town hall meetings on the campaign trail in Iowa to private meetings in the Oval Office, Josh Earnest spent a decade advising and advocating for President Barack Obama. Today, he takes audiences behind the scenes and offers his engaging and honest analysis of the current (and future) political landscape.

Nicolle Wallace is host of MSNBC's Deadline: White House, chief political analyst for MSNBC and NBC News, a New York Times best-selling author, and the former White House director of communications under President George W. Bush. Her West Wing colleague, presidential political adviser Mark McKinnon, called her a “rare talent in politics.” Funny and charming, she shares insights on the biggest issues of the day paired with stories from her time in the White House and on the campaign trail. Wallace is a master storyteller as she offers audiences the rundown they need to stay in the know.

A lifelong entrepreneur, key strategist, presidential confidante, Democratic Party chairman, best-selling author, and the 72nd Governor of Virginia, Terry McAuliffe has played an incalculable role in 21st Century American politics. His dynamic presentations never fail to deliver his trademark charisma and optimism, and he entertains crowds while demonstrating why he’s considered one of the keenest political minds in America.

Dana Perino was the White House’s first female Republican press secretary and one of the most widely-respected members of President Bush’s senior cabinet. She is currently a popular political commentator and a co-host—and the breakout star—of Fox’s The Five, a ratings phenomenon and the top show in the timeslot. She is also the host of Fox's The Daily Briefing with Dana Perino. Her commentary is also regularly found in major publications. Perino analyzes politics, the upcoming election, and current events in the same energetic style that has made her so popular on TV. Small in stature but big on personality, she consistently gets rave reviews.

Steve Schmidt is an American campaign strategist and Vice Chairman at Edelman. He specializes in political "message development and strategy." Schmidt was the senior campaign strategist and advisor to the 2008 presidential campaign of Senator John McCain and also served as a campaign advisor for President George W. Bush and Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger. He is a political analyst for MSNBC who regularly provides election and strategic political insight.