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Stephen Hayes
Gain a comprehensive understanding of domestic and global politics, and stay informed on crucial issues with Stephen Hayes, speaker, political journalist, and CEO/Editor of The Dispatch.
Stephen Hayes is a prominent political journalist in the U.S. With significant experience in Washington, he provides insights into domestic and global politics. As the CEO and Editor of The Dispatch, a digital media company, Hayes delivers fact-based reporting and commentary on politics, policy, and culture from a conservative viewpoint. His expertise in national security policy enables him to address key issues, including the Iraq War, North Korea's nuclear programme, and Iran. Hayes is known for his willingness to critique both President Obama and President Trump, reflecting his commitment to impartial analysis. Through The Dispatch, he seeks to encourage thoughtful discussion and civil disagreement. In addition to his editorial work, he is a bestselling author and regularly appears on various news outlets to share his perspectives. He is often invited to speak on topics such as the current political landscape, media trust, and U.S. national security.
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Stephen Hayes draws on his experience as a working journalist and editor to frame sessions around fact-based political analysis, using real policy cases — such as the Iraq War, North Korea's nuclear programme, and Iran — to ground commentary on the current political landscape, media trust, and U.S. national security.
Stephen Hayes speaks on the current political landscape, media trust, U.S. national security policy, and geopolitics, including issues such as the Iraq War, North Korea's nuclear programme, and Iran. He is CEO and Editor of The Dispatch, a fact-based digital media outlet covering politics, policy, and culture, and is a bestselling author and regular commentator across major news outlets.
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