The Root Adds Jason Johnson as Political Editor

"I'm going to make sure we push the envelope this year, reporting and covering issues with facts, a fresh perspective and an occasional dose of wit and candor."

HeadshotToJosanneNov202014The Root has named Jason Johnson political editor, announced managing editor Lyne Pitts in a statement. “Jason distinguishes himself with insightful and engaging political analysis. We are thrilled that he will be with The Root during this exciting campaign season,” she said of his hire.

Johnson, who holds a Ph.D. in political science from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, has experienced politics as both an actor and observer/analyst. He has held campaign manager and assistant state director positions for both Republican and Democratic campaigns and has served as an elections observer in Mexico and as part of the Independent Electoral Commission in Johannesburg, South Africa.

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