Jennifer Rubin

Washington, D.C.

Opinion columnist covering politics and policy, foreign and domestic Education: University of California at Berkeley, BA in history; University of California at Berkeley, JD Jennifer Rubin writes reported opinion for The Washington Post. She covers politics and policy, foreign and domestic, and provides insight into the conservative movement, the Republican and Democratic parties, and threats to Western democracies. Rubin, who is also an MSNBC contributor, came to The Post after three years with Commentary magazine. Prior to her career in journalism, Rubin practiced labor law for two decades, an experience that informs and enriches her work. She is a mother of two sons and lives with her husband in D.C.

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Chat with Jennifer Rubin about her columns, politics, policy and more

Columnist Jennifer Rubin takes your questions and comments on her daily columns and the latest news.

Aug 20, 2021

Opinion

How much damage is done in Afghanistan? Chat with Jennifer Rubin.

Columnist Jennifer Rubin answered your questions and comments on her daily columns and the latest news.

Aug 13, 2021

Opinion

The reckoning may have finally come for MAGA governors. But at what cost?

Unnecessary deaths and hospitalizations will be their legacy.

Aug 12, 2021

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Biden will host an international summit on ‘democratic renewal.’ He should start at home.

Let's hope the event will be more than a dog and pony show.

Aug 12, 2021

Opinion

The Jan. 6 select committee is about more than just Jan. 6

The committee needs a new name and broader mandate

Aug 12, 2021

Opinion

How Democrats can neutralize the biggest threat to democracy

Republicans bent on turning losses into wins must be stopped.

Aug 11, 2021

Opinion

How we can tell which party wants to govern

Republicans are desperate, and for good reason.

Aug 11, 2021

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Biden defies expectations. Again.

Incredulous reporters just don't get it.

Aug 11, 2021

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Biden should defend local officials against tyrannical GOP governors

Mayors, school boards and county officials deserve support.

Aug 10, 2021

Opinion

Are progressives paying attention?

The best way to achieve progressive aims is to elect centrist Democrats.

Aug 10, 2021

About Jennifer Rubin

Jennifer Rubin writes reported opinion for The Washington Post. She covers politics and policy, foreign and domestic, and provides insight into the conservative movement, the Republican and Democratic parties, and threats to Western democracies. Rubin, who is also an MSNBC contributor, came to The Post after three years with Commentary magazine. Prior to her career in journalism, Rubin practiced labor law for two decades, an experience that informs and enriches her work. She is a mother of two sons and lives with her husband in D.C.