Pulitzer Prize-winning "Declarations" columnist for The Wall Street Journal and President Ronald Reagan’s renowned speechwriter PEGGY NOONAN’s book A Certain Idea of America guides her live masterclass in how to see and love the United States of America. Discussing the intricacies of political strategy, the nuances of effective communication, or the importance of historical awareness, Noonan offers insights into American culture and history tailored to each event’s unique audience. 

Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist and bestselling author PEGGY NOONAN draws from her own experience as a speechwriter for prominent political figures to offer insights into how women can use their voices to communicate with impact. Focusing on the art of storytelling, Noonan encourages women to own their voices in personal, professional, and public arenas. 

Legendary Wall Street Journal columnist PEGGY NOONAN speaks on the enduring nature of values like freedom, equality, and respect in American culture. Drawing on her experience writing on politics, Noonan emphasizes the importance of respectful communication across ideological divides and how “American values” transcend party lines, with a focus on empathy, patriotism, and respectful debate.

With experience as a member of Ronald Reagan's White House staff and years of providing spot-on, thoughtful commentary as a renowned journalist, PEGGY NOONAN provides unique and shrewd analysis into our nation and its leaders. Her speeches are filled with humorous anecdotes and political insight, making them as entertaining as they are thought-provoking. 

Witty and perceptive, PEGGY NOONAN offers a look back at former presidential leadership styles from the perspective of a writer who has helped shape both the political ideas and the language of past presidents. Drawing from her experiences as a former special assistant to and primary speechwriter for President Ronald Reagan and former chief speechwriter for Vice President George H. W. Bush, Noonan draws connections between presidents from Reagan to Obama. Reflecting on the human side of these men and noting what she thought each could have, but failed to, learn from his predecessor on what it takes to lead the United States, Noonan shares how leaders reveal themselves to us, and how personality and character truly do count in the Oval Office.