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Laura Barrón-López

  • White House Correspondent, PBS ‘Newshour’
  • Political Analyst, CNN

White House Correspondent and political analyst Laura Barrón-López is an expert on current U.S. politics. She is the White House Correspondent for the PBS NewsHour, where she covers the Biden administration for the nightly news broadcast. She is also a political analyst on CNN. Her expertise in U.S. government affairs reflects over a decade of covering breaking news in politics. Previously, Barrón-López was a White House reporter for POLITICO, where she covered the national Presidential election. She has led the Washington Examiner’s coverage of the Democratic Party, coverage of Congress for HuffPost, and coverage of environmental policy for The Hill. Barrón-López’s sharp analysis, compelling storytelling, and engaging presentation style captivate audiences globally.

Barrón-López is an expert on the hottest political issues on voters’ minds today. Her voice has been sought by UVA’s Miller Center, the Texas Tribune Festival, the Atlantic Festival, the Professional Women in Advocacy Conference, and more. Pairing personal stories from her time as a reporter with her in-depth knowledge of current events, Barrón-López leaves audiences feeling inspired and informed.

 
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Past Hosts Include:
  • American Dental Association
  • Georgetown University
  • University of Virginia
  • University of Texas Austin
  • Howard University
  • Variety and Rolling Stone's Truth Seeker Summit
  • George Mason's Washington Journalism and Media Conference
  • SXSW
  • Professional Women in Advocacy Conference

Laura Barron-Lopez: Building a new American Future | New America - Get Sharable Link
Talks & Conversations with Laura Barrón-López
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Hosting & Moderating

Political analyst LAURA BARRÓN-LÓPEZ brings her keen journalistic instincts to the role of moderator with finesse. Through her astute questioning and ability to steer conversations, she fosters engaging discussions that delve into the heart of pressing issues. As a moderator, Barrón-López adeptly navigates diverse viewpoints, ensuring a balanced and enlightening exchange that leaves audiences informed and inspired.

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Becoming an Insider: Covering Congress & the White House

Throughout LAURA BARRÓN-LÓPEZ’s decade reporting on U.S. politics both on air and in print, she has covered Congress, the White House, and national presidential campaigns. She reflects on the inner workings of these branches of government, how legislation is passed, and the role of the press in shaping the face of democracy.

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On the Campaign Trail

With experience covering Congressional, Senatorial, and Presidential campaigns, LAURA BARRÓN-LÓPEZ has traveled across state lines to interview voters and candidates. With participation in every Presidential election in the past decade, she lays out the big stories providing context to today’s political landscape. In this informative conversation, Barrón-López breaks down the coverage of this upcoming election, voter sentiment, and the evolution of both parties.

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Protecting Democracy

For the past decade, LAURA BARRÓN-LÓPEZ has covered voting rights, threats to election workers, increased political violence, and threats to the Constitution. In this talk, she explains the clear and present threats to America's elections, reflecting on the press’s role in preserving democracy.

Biography
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