Greg Palast

Gregory Allyn Palast, born on June 26, 1952, is a distinguished journalist and bestselling author recognized for his investigative reporting. He has contributed to notable outlets such as the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) and The Observer. Palast’s journalism predominantly uncovers corporate wrongdoing, often collaborating with labor unions and consumer advocacy organizations to highlight issues affecting the public.

Among his significant claims, Palast has alleged that during the contentious U.S. Presidential Elections of 2000 and 2004, there were orchestrated efforts to manipulate the electoral process. He specifically pointed to Florida’s political figures, including Governor Jeb Bush and Secretary of State Katherine Harris, as well as the ChoicePoint corporation, asserting that they engaged in practices that disenfranchised voters and skewed results. He argues that these actions prevented Democratic candidate John Kerry from securing a victory in 2004 due to the disproportionate spoilage of votes.

An engaging speaker, Palast has presented at various prominent events, including the Think Twice conference at Cambridge University and has delivered lectures at the University of São Paulo. Originally hailing from Los Angeles, he pursued his education at the University of Chicago, where he later earned an MBA. Currently, he resides in New York City, continuing his work in investigative journalism.