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About Jon Meacham
Jon Meacham is a renowned American writer, journalist, and historian. He served as the former executive editor and executive vice president at Random House and was a contributing editor at Time Magazine. Renowned for his depth of knowledge and nuanced understanding of American politics, Meacham has made significant contributions to the literature and historical narrative of the U.S.
Meacham’s prowess as an author is underlined by his Pulitzer Prize in 2009 for his biography “American Lion: Andrew Jackson in the White House.” His range of historical works, including “Franklin and Winston,” “Thomas Jefferson: The Art of Power,” and “The Soul of America,” have garnered critical acclaim for their insightful exploration of US history and leadership.
A respected media figure, Meacham also contributes regularly to Morning Joe on MSNBC and writes for The New York Times and The Washington Post. In recognition of his efforts in promoting understanding through historical narratives, Meacham was awarded the Chattanooga History Center’s inaugural History Makers Award in 2015.