Ray Suarez
Journalist and author, PBS NewsHour
Born
March 5th, 1957
68 years ago
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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A prominent journalist and author, contribution spanned several prominent media outlets. Served as a senior correspondent for PBS NewsHour, providing in-depth analysis on various political and social issues. Worked with National Public Radio as a national political correspondent, covering significant events. Authored books focusing on the Latino experience in America and the importance of diversity in media narratives.
Served as senior correspondent for PBS NewsHour
Worked as national political correspondent for NPR
Authored 'Latino Representation in the Media'
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