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Lawrence O'Donnell

Lawrence O'Donnell

Keynote Speaker: Political Analyst, Author & Host of "The Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell"

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Lawrence O'Donnell Biography

Lawrence O’Donnell hosts “The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell” at 10 p.m. on msnbc. Each night, O’Donnell relies on his extraordinary background in politics, entertainment and news, to provide the last word on the biggest issues and most compelling stories of the day.

O’Donnell joined msnbc as a political analyst in 1996. He is an Emmy Award-winning executive producer and writer for the NBC series “The West Wing” and creator and executive producer of the NBC series, “Mister Sterling.”

From 1989 through 1992, O'Donnell served as Senior Advisor to Sen. Daniel Patrick Moynihan. In 1992, he was Chief of Staff to the Senate Committee on the Environment and Public Works. From 1993 through 1995 he was the Chief of Staff of the Senate Finance Committee. He first began working with Sen. Moynihan as Director of Communications in the Senator's 1988 re-election campaign.

A writer prior to entering politics and government, O'Donnell published the book Deadly Force (1983), which was adapted as a CBS movie in 1986. He has written essays and articles for several publications including The New York Times, Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, New York Magazine, People, Spy, and Boston Magazine. O'Donnell has also appeared on NBC News’ “Today,” “Good Morning America,” “Nightline,” “Charlie Rose,” and several other programs. Suffolk University awarded O'Donnell an honorary degree, Doctor of Humane Letters, in 2001.

Born in Boston, O'Donnell is a graduate of Harvard College.

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Lawrence O'Donnell Speaking Topics

A Look at the Obama Administration and the 2012 Elections

Politics in America and Around the World

Now What? The Political Realities of Health Care Reform

The Last Word on Today's Headlines with Lawrence ODonnell

As host of his own nightly MSNBC show, Lawrence O'Donnell brings a unique background in politics, entertainment and news to millions.

Audiences can always count on O'Donnell to cut through the rhetoric and to deliver blunt and straightforward analysis of the important issues and compelling news stories of the day.

Sure to spark lively debate and thought-provoking discussion wherever he speaks, O'Donnell brings his unvarnished perspective to a variety of groups nationwide.

Lawrence O'Donnell Videos

Equal Means Equal on The Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell
Lawrence O'Donnell, "Playing With Fire"
Lawrence O'Donnell: Reinterpreting JFK's inaugural address

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What topics does Lawrence O'Donnell speak about?

Lawrence O'Donnell is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Political, News & Media and Liberal.

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Lawrence O'Donnell generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Lawrence O'Donnell is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Political, News & Media and Liberal. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Lawrence O'Donnell 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 Steve Clemons, Reverend Al Sharpton and Norman Ornstein. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Lawrence O'Donnell for an upcoming event.

Lawrence O'Donnell Speaking Topics

  • A Look at the Obama Administration and the 2012 Elections

  • Politics in America and Around the World

  • Now What? The Political Realities of Health Care Reform

  • The Last Word on Today's Headlines with Lawrence ODonnell

    As host of his own nightly MSNBC show, Lawrence O'Donnell brings a unique background in politics, entertainment and news to millions.

    Audiences can always count on O'Donnell to cut through the rhetoric and to deliver blunt and straightforward analysis of the important issues and compelling news stories of the day.

    Sure to spark lively debate and thought-provoking discussion wherever he speaks, O'Donnell brings his unvarnished perspective to a variety of groups nationwide.

Lawrence O'Donnell Videos

Equal Means Equal on The Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell
Lawrence O'Donnell, "Playing With Fire"
Lawrence O'Donnell: Reinterpreting JFK's inaugural address
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