David Remnick
Journalist and author of 'The Bridge'
Born
October 29th, 1958
66 years ago
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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Born in 1958, an American journalist and author with a focus on politics and culture. Served as the editor of The New Yorker since 1998, contributing significantly to the magazine's reputation. Authored several books including 'The Bridge: The Life and Rise of Barack Obama', which explored the life of the 44th president. Other notable works include 'Lenin's Tomb: The Last Days of the Soviet Empire', which won a Pulitzer Prize in 1994, showcasing expertise in both American and Russian affairs.
Edited The New Yorker since 1998
Wrote 'The Bridge' about Barack Obama
Won a Pulitzer Prize for 'Lenin's Tomb'
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