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CNN National Security Analyst & Former Assistant Secretary at DHS
Juliette Kayyem currently serves as the Robert and Renee Belfer Lecturer in International Security at Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government where she is Faculty Director of the Homeland Security Project.
Former US Representative, Rhode Island
Patrick Kennedy was a Representative from Rhode Island to the US House of Representatives. He now works as a mental health advocate and speaks about mental health, healthcare and many other related issues.
Past Commissioner, US Food & Drug Administration
Former Commissioner of the US Food and Drug Administration, David A. Kessler has had an accomplished career in medicine and government. He now serves as the Dean of the School of Medicine at the University of CA.
Sports Journalist
Known for his coverage of the Tour de France, Armen Keteyian is an Emmy Award-winning sports journalist who has been CBS News' chief investigative correspondent since 2006.
Pioneering Advertising Researcher & Filmmaker
Recognized for her work on the image of women in advertising and for her studies of alcohol and tobacco advertising, Jean Kilbourne is renowned for her ability to present provocative topics in a way that unites.
CNN Chief National Correspondent
John King is the anchor of CNN's John King, USA, offering in-depth analysis, discussion and commentary on a blend of politics, national & world affairs, and social, cultural & media trends.
Award-winning Correspondent / Author
Stephen Kinzer is an award-winning correspondent who has reported from more than 50 countries. His book, Overthrow, is an account of the fourteen times the United States has overthrown foreign governments.
Contributing Opinion Writer for the New York Times & Author
Combining his breadth of historical knowledge, extensive global travels, and memorable anecdotes, James Kirchick illuminates the most important issue in the world today — freedom.
Author, Entrepreneur & Teacher
Robert Kiyosaki authored Rich Dad, Poor Dad where he explains what the rich teach their children about money that the poor and middle class do not. His talks reshape how you think about what to do with your money.
Author, Notorious RBG, Attorney & Activist
Knizhnik is a staff attorney at the Legal Aid Society of New York City’s Criminal Defense Practice. While a student at NYU School of Law, she created the Notorious RBG Tumblr, and in 2015 she co-wrote Notorious RBG with journalist Irin Carmon.
Columnist & Political Commentator for CNN
Ranked as one of the 100 most influential pundits on TV, Kohn is a leading progressive voice. Her inspiring, uplifting keynotes convey a message of connection and compassion for all.
Journalist
A journalist for over 30 years, Morton Kondracke has covered nearly every phase of American politics and foreign policy. He is the executive editor of "Roll Call" and regular guest on The McLaughlin Group.
Author / Lieutenant Colonel, US Marine Corps
During his last tour of duty in Iraq, Lt. Col. Jay Kopelman adopted an abandoned puppy left behind during the battle for Fallujah. Upon his return to the US, he recounted the story in his best-selling memoir.
Educator & Social Justice Advocate
A former urban teacher, Jonathan Kozol is a long-term public education activist. He confronts the mania of high-stakes tests, the invasion of private corporations in schools, and the inequalities of urban schools.
Pulitzer Prize-Winning NYT Columnist
How good do you really have to be, to be christened the reporter’s reporter…by other reporters? You have to be Nicholas Kristof – good.
Host of Media Buzz on FOX News
As the host of Media Buzz on FOX News, Howard Kurtz examines the bias and shortcomings of the news business. Covering the media since 1990, Kurtz has served as Washington bureau chief of Newsweek.
Political Economist & Best-Selling Author
Robert Kuttner is co-founder and co-editor of The American Prospect magazine. He was a columnist for Business Week, and continues to write columns for Huffington Post and The New York Times international edition.
Civil Rights Activist & Sociologist
Sociologist Joyce Ladner is one of the nation’s pre-eminent thought leaders. Her career was shaped by her involvement with the civil rights movement in Mississippi and as an organizer of the March on Washington.
Native American Environmentalist
An advocate for frontline native environmental groups and ecological balance, LaDuke was twice Ralph Nader’s vice-presidential candidate for the Green Party.
Award-Winning Investigative Reporter
Five-time Emmy winner Peter Lance has written acclaimed books such as 1000 Years for Revenge and Triple Cross, both of which explore the mistakes made after 9/11.
Award-Winning Journalist, Creator of Queer News Daily & Author
Nico Lang is a multi award-winning journalist, editor, culture critic, and essayist. In the decade they’ve spent in journalism, Lang has also served as the deputy editor for Out magazine.
Executive Public Policy Storyteller & Convener
Jeff Le has had a career at the highest levels of public policy and politics at the state, federal and international levels. He is a recognized thought leader in political advocacy and representation, and his analysis and opinion-writing has been featured in many publications.
Biographer & Author
A best-selling author and Kennedy expert, speaker Laurence Leamer most recently authored Fantastic: The Life of Arnold Schwarzenegger, which USA Today called "truly fantastic."
Actress / Creator of Angry Little Asian Girl
Lela Lee created the cult online cartoon "Angry Little Asian Girl" and website for people, like her, who grew up thinking girls shouldn't get upset. She has guest starred on Will & Grace and Friends among others.
VP of News & Men's Programming, Interactive One
Jamilah Lemieux is VP of News and Men's Programming for Interactive One. As Senior Editor at EBONY, she helped lead the reimagining of its website in 2012 and was later promoted to Senior Digital Editor.
NBC Correspondent / Author
For 25 years, Mike Leonard has traveled the world and captivated millions of TV viewers with his wry and witty feature stories on the often-overlooked aspects of everyday life for NBC’s The Today Show.
Sociologist / Author
Director of the Program for the Study of Violence and Conflict at Northeastern University, Dr. Jack Levin is an authority on school crime and violence. He offers strategies and solutions for keeping students safe.
Educator & Author of The Price of Privilege
Author of The Price of Privilege, Madeline Levine cautions parents to be cognizant of the harmful influence of media violence and offers instructions on properly supervising their children's viewing habits.
Wired’s Editor at Large
A former senior editor of Newsweek, Steven Levy has been at the forefront of technology since the 80s. Levy is an expert on innovation, creative technology and technology's impact on business and society.
Foremost Expert on Asian Pop Culture
Stu Levy is an entrepreneur, producer, director and writer of graphic novels, film, television and new media. Founder of the pioneering media company TOKYOPOP, he established the manga market in North America.
Correspondent, NPR Washington Desk
Mara Liasson is a national political correspondent for NPR. Her reports can be heard regularly on NPR's award-winning newsmagazine programs Morning Edition and All Things Considered.
CEO, Citizen University & Civic Evangelist
One of the country’s most sought-after speakers on citizen power, civic health, the future of democracy and American identity, civic evangelist Eric Liu celebrates shared values and challenges Americans to live up to them.