Rachel Maddow

Journalist and author; MSNBC host

Rachel Maddow - Journalist and author; MSNBC host
Born

April 1st, 1973
52 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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A prominent journalist and author, this individual hosted the primetime news program on MSNBC, becoming the first openly gay anchor to lead a major cable news program. The work involved in-depth analysis of politics and current events, contributing to the broader discourse on American sociopolitical issues. In addition, authored books focusing on political commentary and history, highlighting investigative reporting.

Hosted 'The Rachel Maddow Show'

Authored 'Drift: The Unmooring of American Military Power'

Emphasized investigative journalism in reporting

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