Robert Scheer

Robert Scheer is a renowned American journalist and academic, born in 1936. With a career spanning multiple publications, he has written for notable outlets such as Ramparts, the Los Angeles Times, and Playboy, among others. Scheer has also authored numerous books and has been a prominent voice in various online magazines, including Truthdig and ScheerPost. His work often reflects a left-wing political perspective, and he has been recognized for his contributions to the field of journalism.

In addition to his writing, Scheer is a clinical professor of communications at the University of Southern California's Annenberg School for Communication & Journalism. He previously served as the editor-in-chief of Truthdig, a Webby Award-winning online magazine. Scheer's commentary has also been featured on the nationally syndicated radio program Left, Right & Center, which aired on National Public Radio (NPR). His column, syndicated by Creators Syndicate, has appeared in publications such as The Huffington Post and The Nation. In 2011, the Society of Professional Journalists honored Scheer with the Sigma Delta Chi Award for his column, recognizing his excellence in journalism.