Robert Schlesinger

Robert Schlesinger is a Washington, D.C.-area writer, editor, and commentator who serves as the president of Schlesinger Communications.1 He is an experienced journalist with a diverse background in political and current affairs commentary.

Career Highlights

Schlesinger has held several notable positions throughout his career:

• Managing Editor for Opinion at U.S. News & World Report, where he oversaw and contributed commentary on politics and current affairs12
• Reporter and political editor at The Hill2
• Chief congressional correspondent at Voter.com2
• Washington, D.C. reporter for The Boston Globe2
• Researcher at the Center for Public Integrity2

His work has appeared in various publications, including NBC News' Think section, The Washington Monthly, The Weekly Standard, Salon.com, The American Conservative, and Mother Jones, among others.12

Authorship and Expertise

Schlesinger is the author of "White House Ghosts: Presidents and Their Speechwriters," a critically acclaimed book published in 2008.14 This work examines the role of presidential speechwriters from Franklin D. Roosevelt through George W. Bush.1

Personal Background

Born in New York City, Schlesinger is a graduate of Middlebury College.2 He currently resides in Alexandria, Virginia, with his wife and their two sons.2 He is the youngest son of the late historian Arthur M. Schlesinger Jr. and has two siblings, Stephen and Christina Schlesinger.2

Current Role

As president of Schlesinger Communications, Robert Schlesinger specializes in ghostwriting and communications strategy.23 His experience in journalism and political commentary informs his work in helping clients craft compelling messages and content.

Robert Schlesinger can be found on Twitter under the handle @rschles.15