Inside the Newsroom: Covering Campaigns and Power in America with Alex Burns, POLITICO

Join the Institute of Politics for a lunchtime conversation with Alexander Burns, Senior Executive Editor, North America at Politico. With nearly two decades of experience covering politics and power, Burns has reported on some of the most consequential moments in recent American political history, including the 2020 presidential election. He is also the co-author of the bestselling book This Will Not Pass, offering an inside look at the Trump and Biden presidencies. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear behind-the-scenes insights on political journalism, campaigns, and the evolving media landscape.

*Lunch will be served

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OFF-THE-RECORD: In keeping with our long tradition at the IOP to ensure honest and candid discussions of politics, this event is off-the-record.

About Alexander Burns

Alexander Burns is POLITICO's Senior Executive Editor, North America. He has covered politics and power for nearly two decades, including as national political correspondent for The New York Times during the 2020 presidential election. Born and raised in New York City, he is a graduate of Harvard College, where he edited the Harvard Political Review. In 2022, he co-authored the bestselling book “This Will Not Pass: Trump, Biden and the Battle for America’s Future.” He lives in Washington, D.C., with his family.