Fareed Zakaria
- Born:
- January 20, 1964, Mumbai, India
- Nationality:
- Indian-American
- Profession(s):
- Journalist, Political Commentator, Author
Early Life and Education
- Zakaria received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Yale University in 1986.
- He was the president of the Yale Political Union.
- He earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in political science from Harvard University in 1993.
Career and Major Achievements
- Managing Editor of Foreign Affairs (1992-2000).
- Editor of Newsweek International (2000-2010).
- Host of CNN's Fareed Zakaria GPS since 2008.
- Columnist for The Washington Post.
- Frequent commentator on global politics and economics.
- Author of several best-selling books.
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Notable Works
- From Wealth to Power: The Unusual Origins of America's World Role (1998)
- The Future of Freedom: Illiberal Democracy at Home and Abroad (2003)
- The Post-American World (2008)
- In Defense of a Liberal Education (2015)
- Ten Lessons for a Post-Pandemic World (2020)
Legacy and Impact
Fareed Zakaria has established himself as a prominent voice in global affairs, known for his insightful analysis of international relations, economics, and political trends. His writings and commentary have influenced public discourse and shaped understanding of complex global issues.