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<p>Drawing from his 30 years of political service, former Senate Majority Leader Tom Daschle is one of the country’s foremost experts on the issues surrounding healthcare, healthcare reform and our healthcare delivery system. His knowledge of disease outbreaks and pandemics, and their impact on the healthcare system and economy, are of great relevance in today’s world. </p><p>As the architect of President Obama&#39;s healthcare plan, Senator Daschle is especially well-informed about the law’s evolution and implementation.

<p>Always ready to challenge the status quo, Laura Ingraham has proven herself to be a viable contender in the race for ratings in the "boys only" radio club.</p>

<p>Drawing on the past, present, and future of American politics, conservative columnist, Cal Thomas shares his sage, common-sense approach to analyzing the proposals coming from American politicians and how we can best solve our country’s most critical issues.</p><p>One of the most highly respected voices on the American political scene, Cal is a popular syndicated op-ed columnist, a former FOX News political contributor, and the author of several books on American culture and politics, including his latest, <i>America&#39;s Expiration Date: The Fall of Empires,

<p>For over a decade—and after a renowned and award-winning editorial career covering policy and politics—Bob Cusack expertly led <em>The Hill,</em> the widely esteemed newspaper readers turn to for trusted nonpartisan coverage of the inner and outer workings of Congress.</p><p>Bob Cusack’s award-winning newsroom direction was what made <em>The Hill </em>more than a collection of stories -- they become headlines in other news sources -- the ultimate indicator of their authority in the minds of lawmakers, West Wingers, lobbyists, political pundits, a

<p>A Washington correspondent for <em>The Daily Beast</em>, Eleanor Clift is one of the nation’s preeminent political analysts, delivering an insider&#39;s view of the legislative and political landscape. Clift guides audiences through the corridors of power with a candid, entertaining, and informative overview of what&#39;s happening in the nation&#39;s capital.

<p>Bob Woodward gained international attention when he and Carl Bernstein uncovered the Watergate scandal in 1973. Since then, he’s worked to shine a light on the inner-workings of secret government. Woodward’s factual, non-partisan revelations to readers and speech audiences provide a view of Washington they’ll never get elsewhere. Woodward has written about the last ten U.S. presidents and chronicled how the power of the presidency has evolved. He is author of 23 bestselling books – 17 went to #1 – more than any contemporary nonfiction writer.

<p>Chris Wallace breaks down today’s top news issues and their impact on individuals and industry. Wallace’s thorough presentation of the facts leaves audiences with takeaways that prepare them for impending changes in the political landscape.</p><p>Wallace is a former CNN anchor and the host of Who’s Talking to Chris Wallace? on HBO Max.

<p>Author of the best-selling memoir<i> Cooking with Grease: Stirring the Pots in American Politics</i>, her witty style and innovative political strategies have earned her the respect of colleagues as well as adversaries. </p><p>Inspired by participation in a successful political campaign at age 9, Donna Brazile holds a lifelong, fiery passion for political progress. She was honored to become the first African American to manage a presidential bid, leading Al Gore’s campaign in 2000.

<p>When it comes to covering politics, Ron Elving is one of Washington&#39;s most respected people in the business. NPR News&#39; Senior Washington Editor, Elving directs political coverage from inside the Beltway and beyond. Under Elving&#39;s leadership, NPR has been awarded journalism&#39;s top honors including the Edward R. Murrow Award, a duPont-Columbia award for excellence, among many other industry distinctions.</p>

<p>Kelly McEvers is a two-time Peabody Award-winning journalist and former host of NPR&#39;s flagship newsmagazine, <em>All Things Considered</em>. She spent much of her career as an international correspondent, reporting from Asia, the former Soviet Union, and the Middle East. She is the creator and host of the acclaimed <em>Embedded</em> podcast, a documentary show that goes to hard places to make sense of the news.