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Ron Fournier
Ron Fournier

Ron Fournier (born 1963) is an American journalist, political commentator, and author. He served as editorial director of National Journal and spent over 20 years as a political reporter for the Associated Press, covering the White House, Congress, and presidential campaigns. Known for his incisive analysis and critical perspective, Fournier has won multiple journalism awards. He is the author of "Love That Boy," a book blending personal narrative with political observation. His career spans the Clinton, Bush, and Obama administrations, and he is recognized as a significant voice in American political journalism. He continues to engage in public discourse through columns, speeches, and social media. more

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