Liberal Politics Speakers

Social justice warrior Jesse Jackson has been fighting for racial equality and human rights for sixty years. Jackson’s legacy began with his arrest at a 1960 civil rights action at the Greenville Public Library in… Full Profile

Journalist and legal analyst, Jeffrey Toobin has delivered in-depth coverage of nearly every major legal controversy in the past three decades. He has been a staff writer for The New Yorker since 1993 and the… Full Profile

One of the most respected figures in journalism, Andrea Mitchell has served as NBC News’ Chief Foreign Affairs Correspondent for over 20 years. Her work has put her face-to-face with iconic leaders, controversial newsmakers, and… Full Profile

Screen legend, political activist, and fitness guru, Jane Fonda has inspired people around the world promoting a greater understanding of our common humanity through her acting and philanthropy. The Academy award-winning actress is recognized for… Full Profile

One of the most influential philanthropists and human rights activists to come out of media, Tavis Smiley is a driving force for political justice, youth empowerment, and the end of poverty. He is the author… Full Profile

Noted academic, economist and expert on African-American/Black History, Dr. Julianne Malveaux's insightful and colorful writing and broadcasting is shaping public dialogue on race, culture and gender in today's America. Dr. Malveaux was awarded her Ph.D.… Full Profile

A leading advocate in the advancement of women in both business and politics, Betsy Myers was one of the masterminds behind President Barack Obama’s 2007-2008 campaign. Since then she has become one of the most… Full Profile

Congresswoman, Former President of the Association of American Publishers Former Congresswoman Patricia Scott Schroeder is President and Chief Executive Officer of the Association of American Publishers (AAP), the national trade organization of the U.S. book… Full Profile

Admired activist Frances Moore Lappé has driven an international anti-hunger movement since the 1970s. The founder of Small Planet Institute, Frances has argued that world hunger is not at its roots an agricultural issue, but… Full Profile

For over three decades, Lenora Fulani has tirelessly crusaded against social injustice and political corruption. The spirited development psychologist is perhaps best known for her political career as an independent candidate, including two runs for… Full Profile

Syndicated columnist E.J. Dionne is one of the most widely read and highly respected political analysts in the country. In addition to writing for the Washington Post, he appears weekly on National Public Radio, serves… Full Profile

One of the two founding co-hosts of The View, alongside Barbara Walters, and winner of a Daytime Emmy, Joy Behar is well established as one of the funniest women in America today. Equally at home… Full Profile