MEET
PAOLO RAMOS
Emmy Award-Winning Journalist & Author of Finding Latinx and Defectors
ABOUT PAOLO
Paola Ramos is an author and Emmy Award–winning journalist. She is currently a contributor for Telemundo News and MSNBC, where she is the host of Field Report. Ramos is a former Correspondent for VICE News and SHOWTIME. She is the author of Finding Latinx: In Search of the Voices Redefining Latino Identity and a new book, Defectors: The Rise of the Latino Far Right, published by Penguin Random House.
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Ramos was the former Deputy Director of Hispanic Media for Hillary Clinton’s 2016 Presidential Campaign, a political appointee during the Obama Administration and also served in President Obama’s 2012 re-election campaign. Ramos is also a former Hauser Leader in the Center for Public Leadership at Harvard Kennedy School, where she received her Master’s in Public Policy, and recently joined her alma mater Barnard College’s Board of Trustees. Ramos was born in Miami to Cuban and Mexican parents, grew up in Madrid, and currently lives in Brooklyn, NY.
Public Affairs & Media
Innovation & Trends
TAGS & EXPERTISE
Journalism • Current Events • Public Affairs • Advocacy • Human Rights • Public Policy • Storytelling • Social Impact • Media • Culture & Society
SPEAKING TOPICS
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Join award-winning journalists Jorge Ramos and Paola Ramos for a compelling father-daughter conversation on what it means to be Latinx in America. Drawing from their unique experiences and perspectives, they’ll explore the evolving Latinx identity and discuss key issues such as immigration, political engagement, and representation in media.
Jorge, a trusted voice for the Latino community for over three decades, and Paola, a fresh voice redefining the narrative through her books and journalism, will share insights on:
The complexities of Latinx identity and the power of storytelling.
Immigration’s impact on families and communities.
The role of media in shaping perceptions and empowering voices.
This engaging dialogue offers inspiration and actionable insights for building a more inclusive future.
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In this eye-opening talk, journalist and author Paola Ramos unpacks the surprising rise of far-right sentiment among Latino voters, as explored in her book Defectors. Drawing from in-depth reporting across the U.S., Paola examines how race, identity, and political trauma have fueled this shift, challenging traditional assumptions about Latino voting patterns.
Through vivid stories of conservative candidates, evangelical leaders, and border activists, she highlights how fear and traditionalism have been weaponized to reshape Latino political alignment. Paola offers a nuanced look at this misunderstood electorate and its potential to redefine the future of American politics.
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In this inspiring talk, journalist and activist Paola Ramos chronicles the diverse and overlooked voices redefining what it means to be Latinx in the United States today. From Indigenous Oaxacans rebuilding small-town communities to queer activists, reproductive rights advocates, and artists fostering belonging, Paola highlights how the term “Latinx” has sparked a collective awakening across nearly 60 million people.
Blending field research with her personal journey, Paola explores how these communities are breaking barriers, amplifying underrepresented voices, and shaping a more inclusive understanding of Latino and American identity. This talk invites audiences to expand their perceptions and recognize the power of solidarity in driving change.
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