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John Avlon on Primary Challenge to Sen. Luger – OutFront – CNN
At the close of one of the toughest primary challenges dealt an incumbent this year, Sen. Dick Lugar of Indiana argued in an interview Tuesday that he is one of the bright spots in a body many see dimly.
The Presidency of LBJ – C-SPAN
Mark Updegrove, director of the Lyndon B. Johnson Library and Museum, discussed his new book, Indomitable Will: LBJ in the Presidency with Daily Beast writer, John Avlon.
Romney and Fairness – OutFront – CNN
John Avlon on CNN’s Out Front talks with David Frum and Faiz Shakir about fairness and Mitt Romney’s campaign strategy for the begining of the 2012 presidential election.

Social Media Explodes in Aftermath of Plane Crash – Reliable Sources – CNN
Errol Louis, Josh Rogin, Jackie Kucinich, Al Tompkins and John Avlon on how citizen and professional journalists relied on social media in the immediate aftermath of the Asiana Airlines crash of Flight 214.

John Avlon Talks About Deadline Artists – Book TV – C-Span
John Avlon talks about the research, selection and history of the contributors to Deadline Artists. Watch for a behind the scenes discussion on the making of Deadline Artists. Call-in-viewers also ask their questions and add their comments to the discussion.
GOP Debate Focuses on the Economy – CNN
CNN contributors Hilary Rosen, John Avlon and Will Cain provide analysis on the latest Bloomberg GOP candidate debate.
John Avlon Demystifies Occupy Wall Street – Gayle King Show
CNN and Daily Beast contributor John Avlon explains what Occupy Wall Street is really all about.
Deadline Artists – Morning Joe
John Avlon talks Deadline Artists with columnist Mike Barnicle and the Morning Joe members. The discussion leads to thoughts on newspapers in the age of the internet, the craft of columnists and how we remember the best newspaper writers. John … Continue reading

Independent Voters and 2012 Election – C-SPAN
John Avlon talked about the role of independent voters in the 2012 elections. Topics included voter attitudes on issues, the two political parties and Washington politics in general, and the viability of an independent political movement. He also responded to … Continue reading
Could Obama’s new tax plan really incite class warfare? – CNN
President Obama will unveil a plan today to cut the deficit by $3 trillion over the next decade. A large part of the proposal is expected to be based on raising taxes on Americans making more than $1 million a … Continue reading

Ten Years After 9/11 – John Avlon Talks to Irshad Manji – C-SPAN
John Avlon talks to Irshad Manji about the impact of Islam in the United States over the next ten years. They examined how a new generation, both Muslim and non-Muslim, can re-shape post-September 11, 2001, America. Ms. Manji promoted reconciling … Continue reading

Media Fairly Reporting on Obamacare? – Reliable Sources – CNN
Rosie Gray, Joe Concha, Jamelle Bouie and guest host John Avlon assess media coverage of the troubled Obamacare website.
Americans are not pleased with how lawmakers are handling their job – CNN
We were going to talk about the game of politics this morning, but it’s clear Americans are tired of that and frustrated at the current political climate. John Avlon and Ron Brownstein discuss voter discontent. How frustrated are you? A … Continue reading

News Tweets with a Twist – Reliable Sources – CNN
Rosie Gray, Joe Concha, Jamelle Bouie and guest host John Avlon dissect a variety of Twitter-related stories from this week.

The Perils of Journalism – Reliable Sources – CNN
John Avlon and COO of the Newseum Institute Gene Policinski discuss the dangers and risks of reporting the news.
Colbert vs. Kyl and spread of ‘misinformation’ – CNN
CNN contributor John Avlon says Colbert is right to lampoon politicians who spread falsehoods.

The Charleston Library Society with David McCullough
American author, historian and biographer David McCullough talks with Daily Beast Editor-in-Chief John Avlon at The Charleston Library Society on April 15, 2015 about what’s behind his spectacularly happy marriage. The secret? “Be head over heels in love.” And it … Continue reading
John Avlon Interview About Wingnuts – CUNY City Talk
Doug Muzzio sits down with John Avlon, senior political columnist at the Daily Beast and author of “Wingnuts: How the Lunatic Fringe is Hijacking America.” He is also a regular commentator on CNN. John has served as chief speechwriter for … Continue reading

Mary Alice Davis Distinguished Lecture with John Avlon – University of Texas School of Journalism
John Avlon, editor in chief of The Daily Beast, gives the Mary Alice Davis Distinguished Lecture in Journalism

“Wingnuts” Reading at The Strand – C-SPAN Book TV
John Roberts interviews John Avlon for Book TV at Strand Books in New York City. He has a new book called “Wingnuts: How the Lunatic Fringe is Hijacking America”