Jason Riley

Jason Riley

Keynote Speaker: Conservative Commentator & Opinion Journalist; Editorial Board Member, The Wall Street Journal; Author of "Let Them In" & "Please Stop Helping Us"

Jason Riley Biography

Jason L. Riley is a conservative commentator, opinion journalist, and author. He serves on The Wall Street Journal editorial board and is a senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute. Riley has appeared on Journal Editorial Report, Fox News programs, and C-SPAN, and provides commentary for Fox News, ABC, NBC, CNN, PBS, NPR, and other news outlets. He has written about his experience as a Black conservative in America, offering a perspective on debates surrounding race, economics, and public policy.

Riley began his journalism career at Buffalo News and USA Today before joining The Wall Street Journal as a copyreader on the national news desk in New York City. He was later named a senior editorial writer and then a member of the editorial board. At the Manhattan Institute, Riley focuses on urban policy issues. He writes opinion pieces on politics, economics, education, immigration, and race, and his column, "Upward Mobility," appears in The Wall Street Journal.

As an author, Riley addresses contentious issues in American public life. In "Let Them In: The Case for Open Borders," he advocates for a free market-oriented U.S. immigration system. "Please Stop Helping Us: How Liberals Make It Harder for Blacks to Succeed" examines the impact of social welfare policies on Black advancement. In "False Black Power?," Riley argues that economic success is a more effective strategy for Black empowerment than reliance on political leadership.

Riley has engaged extensively with the work of economist Thomas Sowell, publishing "Maverick: A Biography of Thomas Sowell" and narrating the documentary film "Thomas Sowell: Common Sense in a Senseless World." He also published "The Black Boom," analyzing Black economic progress prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. In "The Affirmative Action Myth," Riley studies the history of racial preference policies.

Riley has received recognition for his contributions to public discourse, including the Bradley Prize. He lectures at universities and policy forums, drawing on his expertise in economics, race, and social policy to foster debate. Riley's career highlights the role of data-driven journalism in shaping national conversations on public policy, race, and economics.

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Jason Riley Videos

Who We Are: Race and Meritocracy (ft. Jason Riley)
Jason Riley | Menard Distinguished Speaker Series | April 21, 2026
The Trouble with Social Justice | Jason Riley at Harvard

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Jason Riley is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Journalist, Immigration, Government, Author, Diversity & Inclusion, Social Activism, Anti-Racism, Political, DEI, Thought Leadership and Disruptive Thinking.

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Jason Riley is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Journalist, Immigration and Government. The estimated speaking fee range to book Jason Riley for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Jason Riley generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Asma Khalid, Norman Ornstein and Theodore R. Johnson. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Jason Riley for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 06/07/2026.

Jason Riley Videos

Who We Are: Race and Meritocracy (ft. Jason Riley)
Jason Riley | Menard Distinguished Speaker Series | April 21, 2026
The Trouble with Social Justice | Jason Riley at Harvard
Jason Riley On “False Black Power?”
"Do nothing with us" :: Jason Riley :: IEI Lecture Series

Jason Riley Reviews

  • Everything went really smoothly and Jason was great!
    Susquehanna University - Sep 10 2024

  • Overall great and definitely will use your services in the future
    Leadership Program of the Rockies - Feb 28 2020

  • Texas Public Policy Foundation - Jan 25 2019

  • How do I book Jason Riley to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Jason Riley for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Jason Riley, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Jason Riley or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Jason Riley for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Jason Riley, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Jason Riley are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jason Riley, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Jason Riley speak about?

    Jason Riley is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Journalist, Immigration, Government, Author, Diversity & Inclusion, Social Activism, Anti-Racism, Political, DEI, Thought Leadership and Disruptive Thinking.
  • Where does Jason Riley travel from?

    Jason Riley generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Jason Riley?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jason Riley for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Jason Riley for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Jason Riley or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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