John Dickerson
John Dickerson
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Full name: John Dickerson
Common aliases: None
Birth and Death Dates
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Born: January 29, 1972
Passed away: N/A (still alive)
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Nationality: American
Profession(s): Journalist, Author, Television Host
Early Life and Background
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John Dickerson was born on January 29, 1972. Growing up in the Washington D.C. area, he developed a strong interest in politics and current events from an early age. This fascination would eventually shape his career as a journalist.
Dickerson's family encouraged his curiosity, and he began writing for his high school newspaper. He went on to attend Harvard University, where he studied history and graduated magna cum laude in 1994.
Major Accomplishments
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Dickerson's career spans over two decades, with numerous notable achievements:
White House Correspondent: Dickerson served as a White House correspondent for Slate from 2003 to 2015. During this time, he covered the presidency of George W. Bush and Barack Obama.
Author: He has written several books, including "On Honor" (2006) and "The Unmaking of a President" (2014).
Television Host: Dickerson currently hosts CBS's "Face the Nation," a weekly news program that features in-depth analysis and discussion on current events.Notable Works or Actions
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Some of Dickerson's notable works include:
His book "On Honor" explores the concept of honor in American society, delving into its history and cultural significance.
As a White House correspondent, Dickerson was known for his incisive reporting and questioning of administration officials.Impact and Legacy
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Dickerson's contributions to journalism have had a lasting impact:
He has been recognized with several awards for his reporting, including the Alfred I. duPont-Columbia University Award.
His work on "Face the Nation" continues to provide insightful analysis and commentary on current events.Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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John Dickerson is widely quoted and remembered due to his:
Expertise in politics: As a seasoned journalist, he has developed a deep understanding of American politics and its complexities.
* Clear and concise writing style: Dickerson's writing is known for being engaging, informative, and free of jargon, making complex topics accessible to a broad audience.
As a respected figure in the world of journalism, John Dickerson continues to provide insightful commentary and analysis on current events. His legacy as a journalist and author serves as an inspiration to future generations of writers and thinkers.
Quotes by John Dickerson
John Dickerson's insights on:
One of the worries about a presidency is that everybody tells you yes. Nobody helps you figure out where your blind spots are.
President-elect Donald Trump says he's looking for a simple plan for defeating ISIS within his first 30 days of taking office. But even as ISIS has suffered setbacks in Iraq and Syria, its violent ideology continues to spread.
One of the things that voters have said about Donald Trump, since he has no government experience, is that he will be able to surround himself with good advisers.
My mother, Nancy Dickerson, was a reporter for CBS and NBC and the first female star of television news; my father, Wyatt Dickerson, was a successful businessman. Their parties, from the '60s to the '80s, attracted cabinet officials, movie stars, and presidents.
The house was big enough for my brother and me to have firecracker wars at one end and leave Mom and Dad undisturbed at the other. When firecrackers weren't available, we attacked each other with pennies and marbles and clumps of Crisco, which made brilliant greasy asterisks when you missed and hit the wall.
I couldn't wait to get out, and at 14, I moved into a three-room Georgetown town house with Dad. I never went back. When they eventually sold the house, in 1984, Mom had a goodbye party for 'Merrywood.' I refused to go.
Raymond Shaw is the kindest, bravest, warmest, most wonderful human being I've ever known in my life.