Inside the Newsroom: Covering Campaigns and Power in America ft. Alex Burns, POLITICO

Institute of Politics, Harvard Kennedy School
79 JFK St.
Cambridge
Wed., Apr. 8, 2026, 12 – 1 p.m.



Join the Institute of Politics for a lunchtime conversation with Alexander Burns, Senior Executive Editor, North America at Politico. With nearly two decades of experience covering politics and power, Burns has reported on some of the most consequential moments in recent American political history, including the 2020 presidential election. He is also the co-author of the bestselling book This Will Not Pass, offering an inside look at the Trump and Biden presidencies. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear behind-the-scenes insights on political journalism, campaigns, and the evolving media landscape.

*Lunch will be served

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Gazette Classification: Education, Special Events
Organization/Sponsor: Institute of Politics at Harvard Kennedy School
Speaker(s): Alex Burns, Senior Executive Editor, North America at Politico
Cost: Free
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Contact Info: [email protected]
Harvard Key Required: No
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