Joe Conason

One of America's most respected journalists, Joe Conason has covered every presidential election since 1980. His political insights have also led to seven books, the latest being "The Longest Con." In it, he explores how right-wing extremists seized control of the Republican Party. 

Conason is the founder and editor of the National Memo, a daily newsletter featuring political news and commentary. This will be his third visit to the Tucson Festival of Books. 

Awards: New York Press Club Byline Award

Books:

The Longest Con

How Grifters, Swindlers, and Frauds Hijacked American Conservatism
Current Issues / Politics / Social Science
St. Martin's Publishing Group
July 2024
ISBN 9781250621160
320 pages

Man of the World

The Further Endeavors of Bill Clinton
Current Issues / Politics / Social Science
Simon and Schuster
January 2016
ISBN 9781439154113
486 pages