Joe Rothstein is a political strategist and media producer who worked in more than 200 campaigns for political office and political causes.
He also has served as editor of the Pulitzer Prize-winning Anchorage Daily News and adjunct professor at George Washington University's Graduate School of Political Management.
He has a master's degree in journalism from UCLA. Mr. Rothstein is the author of award-winning political thrillers, The Latina President and the Conspiracy to Destroy Her, The Salvation Project, and The Moment of Menace.
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Reflecting on History: America’s Presidents Exhibit
Explore the resilience of US leadership at the America's Presidents Exhibit. Delve into pivotal moments shaping the nation's history and take comfort in the past.
No One Can ‘Ban’ Abortion. But They Can Make It Unsafe
History and debate of abortion laws reveal that abortion bans fail to stop the practice but jeopardize safety and access. Essential reading on abortion rights.
Republicans Are The Real Budget-Busters. Pass It On.
Exploring fiscal policies, this article reveals how Republicans are the real budget-busters, overturning myths with facts on U.S. government spending.
Mental Health Professionals Say Trump Has Dementia
Dr. John Gartner and many other mental health professionals make strong claims to support their belief that Donald Trump's mental condition is deteriorating.
Strong Women In Politics Still Face Strong Pushback
Joe Rothstein's take on the double standard in Washington that favors men and unfairly scrutinizes female leaders making them a target for image distortion.
Trump and the Art of Stiffing People Who Trust You
Trump's controversial views on debt, his business history, and the looming half-billion-dollar debts. Someone always pays the consequences, and it's not Trump.
Iconic TV Political Ads and Their Influence on Elections
Iconic TV Political Ads starting with "I Like Ike" and ending with an ad written by Joe Rothstein opposing Robert Bork’s confirmation to the Supreme Court.
Wealth Tax Gains Backing by the Mega-Rich
The surprising truth revealed in a recent Survation poll shows overwhelming support by the mega-rich for a wealth tax.
Can a $10 Billion Wealth Cap Foster Economic Equity?
Should the United States have a wealth cap or wealth tax? In this post, Joe Rothstein explores the options addressing economic equity and oligarchic power.
Good News Bad News: The Media’s Affect on the National Mood
Why the same resources the media deploys to cover political minutia should be applied to reporting on positive developments that constitute 'Good News.'
Perspectify: The Important New App for Combating Fake News
Perspectify, a new app by Newsmatics, uses a color coding system to help readers discern fake news from fact-based sources by highlighting possible biases.
Should Congress Meet Outside of Washington DC?
Learn what author Joe Rothstein has to say about this unconventional approach to Congress meeting outside of Washington and the possible benefits to Americans
November 6 vs November 7: An Enlightening Tale of Two Polls
Discover the pitfalls of early media polls and their impact on election projections. Learn why caution and context are crucial in pre-election surveys.
I Flew With The Blue Angels (and Didn’t Throw Up)!
Many years ago, author Joe Rothstein flew with the Blue Angels. Or, more precisely, one Blue Angel. Rothstein’s pilot, Lt. Dave Rottering, emerged from the flight cool and military pressed. Rothstein on the other hand…
Here’s What’s Really Crazy About Congress: It Takes So Few Votes to Get There
Over the past decade 80 to 85% of eligible voters have not participated in the elections that are key to who serves in Congress. Members are winning tickets to national power with fly spec percentages of constituent support. That’s the bad news. The good news is that fixes are doable without a constitutional amendment, or judicial decisions, or mostly without even legislative action.
Remembering That Scary October Day When The Red Phone Didn’t Ring
October is the time for scary costumes, toy skeletons and ghost costumes. It’s all good fun. But for me, October always recalls a day when it was no fun at all. In fact, it was one of the most chilling events of my life.
My Summer As Suicide Saunders, Auto Daredevil
One summer during my student years at UCLA I signed up at the school’s employment office hoping to find a paying job. Maybe as a waiter, or dishwasher, or something menial to help me financially survive the next semester. What I wound up doing, was something else entirely.
Humanity Threatened With Extinction. (See story in business section page 32)
Is humanity headed for a bleak future? Find out how artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies are influencing the fate of our species with insights from Joe Rothstein.
Daddy, Please ask Chat GPT to tell me a story
AI is being used to create perfect replicas of artwork - read this blog post on how Joe Rothstein talks about the industry implications for creatives and why he thinks it's unethical.
We’re Awash In Political News, and That’s A Problem
From author Joe Rothstein - Find out why overdosing on political news is a huge problem. Explore how the media gives blanket coverage to presidential candidates as if we’re on the eve of an election – even though we're not.