Adia May is a political writer and journalist interested in democratic institutions, media systems, and how ideology spreads within American media. She holds a BA (Hons) in Multimedia Journalism and plans to pursue postgraduate study in political theory.
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Hi, my name is Adrihanna Collins, and I am an editorial intern at Our National Conversation. Currently, I am studying Journalism and History at Quinnipiac University. Someday, I hope to be a multimedia journalist who uplifts the voices of the underrepresented.
Aimee Wang contributes insightful articles across a variety of topics.Passionate about delivering engaging and informative content.Dedicated to keeping readers informed and inspired.Explores stories that spark curiosity and thoughtful discussion.
Alan is an advertising student with experience in copywriting, creative strategy, and digital content creation. Through his work in student media and creative agencies, he has developed a passion for storytelling, branding, and creating engaging content that connects with audiences across multiple platforms.
Alexandra Miskewitz contributes informative articles on a multitude of topics. This author focuses on providing accurate, well-researched content for readers. Stay updated for more work by Alexandra Miskewitz.
Alexia Silva is an opinion writer who focuses on foreign affairs and social commentary.
Hello, I'm Alexis Berridge, and I am a California State University, Long Beach Alumni. I majored in English Rhetoric and Composition and began my internship at Our National Conversation (ONC) as a Science, Environment and Technology Policy Writer in April 2024. My interests lie in science and environmental policy, and in today's world, technology frequently weaves itself into both policy areas. l spend most of my time researching current issues, watching films and reading romance novels.
Amelia Fiore contributes insightful articles across a variety of topics.Passionate about delivering engaging and informative content.Dedicated to keeping readers informed and inspired.Explores stories that spark curiosity and thoughtful discussion.
Angela Song is a high school junior who is interested in history, foreign policy, and women's rights.
Briana Leibowicz Turchiaro contributes insightful articles across a variety of topics.Passionate about delivering engaging and informative content.Dedicated to keeping readers informed and inspired.Explores stories that spark curiosity and thoughtful discussion.
Caley Conser contributes insightful articles across a variety of topics.Passionate about delivering engaging and informative content.Dedicated to keeping readers informed and inspired.Explores stories that spark curiosity and thoughtful discussion.
I’m a political science student from Metropolitan State University of Denver, I am policy writer focused on American politics, public policy, and civic engagement.
Chandler Flowers contributes insightful articles across a variety of topics.Passionate about delivering engaging and informative content.Dedicated to keeping readers informed and inspired.Explores stories that spark curiosity and thoughtful discussion.
Cloe Hughes contributes insightful articles across a variety of topics.Passionate about delivering engaging and informative content.Dedicated to keeping readers informed and inspired.Explores stories that spark curiosity and thoughtful discussion.
Connor holds a Bachelor’s Degree Russian Studies from the University of Calgary and is currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Global Affairs at the university of Oklahoma. Connor enjoys long distance running and spending time outdoors on a nice day.
Daniel Malki contributes insightful articles across a variety of topics.Passionate about delivering engaging and informative content.Dedicated to keeping readers informed and inspired.Explores stories that spark curiosity and thoughtful discussion.
Dominick Blanda is a conservative commentator who dives deep into the issues of politics and culture, bridging the divide of serious policies and stories that shape our world.
Hello everyone! My name is Doran, and I'm an editorial intern at ONC. I don't write very much on here, but I'm happy for the few who bother to read my articles. I would describe myself as an ardent environmentalist leaning to the left.
I work with Our National Conversation (ONC) as a mentor and team lead, helping Gen Z build the confidence to execute in a world where fear of failure and public judgment often stop people from taking action. I’m also helping design and build the Gen Z Academy. My focus is simple: turn ideas into action, teach people how to recover from mistakes, and separate identity from outcomes. I care less about perfection and more about follow-through. I’m a retired U.S. Army First Sergeant, a high school basketball coach, and someone who believes confidence is built through reps, not talk.
I have been interested in politics ever since the 2016 election, and have always dreamed of becoming a writer and debator!
Hello! My name is Ellie Bai. I am a graduate student at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, studying Public Health and Public Policy. I joined Our National Conversation as a Healthcare Policy Writer Intern in summer 2024. I'm passionate about health equity, improving healthcare accessibility, and enhancing delivery system quality and efficiency.
Emily Guerrero is a policy writer at Our National Conversation (ONC), specializing in moderate and balanced policy analysis. With a background in professional writing and policy research, she focuses on crafting solutions-driven content that bridges political divides. Passionate about fostering constructive dialogue, Emily aims to present nuanced perspectives on key national issues.
Hi, I’m Emma Crigler, a journalism student at The University of Texas at Austin with a passion for telling stories that inform, connect, and inspire.
Eric McElveen contributes insightful articles across a variety of topics.Passionate about delivering engaging and informative content.Dedicated to keeping readers informed and inspired.Explores stories that spark curiosity and thoughtful discussion.
Erol Yilmaz contributes insightful articles across a variety of topics.Passionate about delivering engaging and informative content.Dedicated to keeping readers informed and inspired.Explores stories that spark curiosity and thoughtful discussion.
Gabriel Côté contributes insightful articles across a variety of topics.Passionate about delivering engaging and informative content.Dedicated to keeping readers informed and inspired.Explores stories that spark curiosity and thoughtful discussion.
Garrison Rushing is a moderate writer and contributor to Our National Conversation. He focuses on politics, public policy, and international affairs, drawing on his Political Science and History degrees from the University of Minnesota.
Gertrude Franklin contributes insightful articles across a variety of topics.Passionate about delivering engaging and informative content.Dedicated to keeping readers informed and inspired.Explores stories that spark curiosity and thoughtful discussion.
Greta Norris contributes insightful articles across a variety of topics.Passionate about delivering engaging and informative content.Dedicated to keeping readers informed and inspired.Explores stories that spark curiosity and thoughtful discussion.
Henry Shuler contributes insightful articles across a variety of topics.Passionate about delivering engaging and informative content.Dedicated to keeping readers informed and inspired.Explores stories that spark curiosity and thoughtful discussion.
Isabella contributes insightful articles across a variety of topics.Passionate about delivering engaging and informative content.Dedicated to keeping readers informed and inspired.Explores stories that spark curiosity and thoughtful discussion.
Isha is a Political Science student who plans to attend law school and pursue a career in corporate law. She is interested in the relationship between business and government, particularly in the role law plays in both the public and private sectors.
Jack Jurjans is a rising junior at Villanova University from Lexington, KY. He is studying political science and theology. In his free time, he loves doing theatre, listening to Springsteen, and watching the Eagles win football games.
James Calderon contributes insightful articles across a variety of topics.Passionate about delivering engaging and informative content.Dedicated to keeping readers informed and inspired.Explores stories that spark curiosity and thoughtful discussion.
Jason Lee is an opinions writer who focuses on politics and foreign affairs.
Jason Luna is an actor, writer, standup comedian, and video editor based out of Los Angeles, CA. He enjoys videogames and dog videos.
Jay Gragnani contributes insightful articles across a variety of topics.Passionate about delivering engaging and informative content.Dedicated to keeping readers informed and inspired.Explores stories that spark curiosity and thoughtful discussion.
Jeff Hall is a newspaper guy going way back (Kansas City Star, Los Angeles Times, Brentwood News). Like many, he is concerned about how nasty and partisan everything has become. He started OUR NATIONAL CONVERSATION in an attempt to get America talking again.
Jade Jennings is a passionate writer, that contributes articles across a spectrum of subjects.
Joshua Grossi contributes thoughtful articles across a variety of topics. He feels dedicated to being informed and reliable in the information and opinions he shares. Explores stories that spark curiosity and thoughtful discussion.
Katie Poon contributes insightful articles across a variety of topics.Passionate about delivering engaging and informative content.Dedicated to keeping readers informed and inspired.Explores stories that spark curiosity and thoughtful discussion.
Lauren Sayler contributes insightful articles across a variety of topics.Passionate about delivering engaging and informative content.Dedicated to keeping readers informed and inspired.Explores stories that spark curiosity and thoughtful discussion.
I am a high school student passionate about using my voice to explore ideas and connect with others. I enjoy writing about social issues, personal growth, and community engagement. Through my work, I hope to inspire conversation and thoughtful reflection.
Writing on American and international politics, with a focus on national security, defense policy, and the emerging technologies reshaping how nations compete and defend themselves. I'm drawn to debates on how nations compete and defend themselves in the multipolar 21st century.
Madeleine Harp is a rising second-year student at the University of California, Berkeley, majoring in Political Science with a specialization in International Relations. She plans to attend law school and pursue a career in International Law.
Maelyn Eversole contributes insightful articles across a variety of topics.Passionate about delivering engaging and informative content.Dedicated to keeping readers informed and inspired.Explores stories that spark curiosity and thoughtful discussion.
Maggie Herrera is a writer and editor that has worked with ONC since May 2025. Graduating summa cum laude in 2023 with a B.F.A. in Writing from the Savannah College of Art and Design, Maggie has three years of editorial experience through various internships and fellowships. She is always looking for another new opportunity to finally get her foot in the door in the editorial industry.
Marissa Jones contributes insightful articles across a variety of topics.Passionate about delivering engaging and informative content.Dedicated to keeping readers informed and inspired.Explores stories that spark curiosity and thoughtful discussion.
Masie Zasadny is the Content Director at ONC, overseeing content strategy and editorial direction. She hails from Gainesville, Florida, where she studied creative storytelling, editing and the English language.
Matthew Gee contributes insightful articles across a variety of topics.Passionate about delivering engaging and informative content.Dedicated to keeping readers informed and inspired.Explores stories that spark curiosity and thoughtful discussion.
Meena is a rising sophomore at Fordham University majoring in Journalism.
Megan Fincher is a nonpartisan commentator on classical political insights and their application to modern politics. She speaks most loudly about traditionalized women's rights, religious beliefs in the United States, multiculturalist global perspectives, and hot topics and faults of the contemporary political system.
With academic interests in psychology and criminal justice, I am passionate about evaluating the way politics and culture shape each other. My writing focuses on the ethics underlying political debates, and critiquing both sides of the aisle.
Los Ángeles native, D.C. local, CSU Chico and AmeriCorps alumni, and political journalist. MA in comparative politics from American University School of Public Affairs.
Nirati Iyer contributes insightful articles across a variety of topics.Passionate about delivering engaging and informative content.Dedicated to keeping readers informed and inspired.Explores stories that spark curiosity and thoughtful discussion.
Olivia Backley contributes insightful articles across a variety of topics.Passionate about delivering engaging and informative content.Dedicated to keeping readers informed and inspired.Explores stories that spark curiosity and thoughtful discussion.
Ollie Fitzgerald contributes insightful articles across a variety of topics.Passionate about delivering engaging and informative content.Dedicated to keeping readers informed and inspired.Explores stories that spark curiosity and thoughtful discussion.
ONC Editorial contributes insightful articles across a variety of topics.Passionate about delivering engaging and informative content.Dedicated to keeping readers informed and inspired.Explores stories that spark curiosity and thoughtful discussion.
Paulius Razukevicius a Foreign and Defense Policy Writer Intern at Our National Conversation (ONC), specializing in global security, international relations, and defense strategy
Rachel Coulson is a grant writing intern at Our National Conversation. She is passionate about small businesses and volunteers with SCORE, an SBA organization.. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Journalism from Chico State,.
Raisa Gunawan contributes insightful articles across a variety of topics.Passionate about delivering engaging and informative content.Dedicated to keeping readers informed and inspired.Explores stories that spark curiosity and thoughtful discussion.
Raven contributes thoughtful articles that explore topics relevant to public interest. She is dedicated to providing information on the facts, merged with her mission to advocate for social justice reform. Her work covers congressional sessions, social justice discourse, and politics.
Ryan Dulaney contributes insightful articles across a variety of topics.Passionate about delivering engaging and informative content.Dedicated to keeping readers informed and inspired.Explores stories that spark curiosity and thoughtful discussion.
Selah contributes insightful articles across a variety of topics.Passionate about delivering engaging and informative content.Dedicated to keeping readers informed and inspired.Explores stories that spark curiosity and thoughtful discussion.
Shruthi Nadathur is a junior at the University of Southern California studying Political Economy and Journalism. She is passionate about voting reform, foreign policy, and women's rights, among other political topics.
Sofia is a moderate to conservative-leaning writer, often writing about political ideologies and opining on recent political developments.
Journalist from Northeast India, with expertise in public relations, digital marketing, and brand storytelling. Her interests span a wide range of topics, from politics to emerging technologies. She takes pride in advocating for press freedom in India and successfully challenging the state police in the High Court in 2019.
Taylor Lopez is a journalist covering politics, immigration, and social issues, with a strong interest in the intersection of entertainment and public discourse. Her work explores how media, culture, and policy shape public accountability and community impact.
Tom Johnson was publisher of the Los Angeles Times before being asked by Ted Turner to become president of CNN. Earlier in his career, Tom Johnson worked for LBJ
Vaibhav Sinha is a policy writer interested in finding actionable solutions to address public problems. He primarily writes about economics, politics, and foreign policy.
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