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Nina Jane Easton was born on October 27, 1958, and raised in California. She graduated Phi Beta Kappa from the University of California, Berkeley, an honor society recognizing academic excellence in the liberal arts and sciences.
Nina Easton began her journalism career in 1981 as a writer for consumer advocate Ralph Nader. Together, they co-authored a book examining the Ronald Reagan administration. In 1984, she joined Legal Times in Washington, D.C. as a staff reporter before going on to write for BusinessWeek and The American Banker. From 1988 to 1998, Easton served as a staff writer for the Los Angeles Times, where she earned national recognition for her magazine writing, winning a prestigious award in 1994.
In 2003, Easton joined The Boston Globe's Washington Bureau as deputy bureau chief. Her reporting excellence led her to Fortune Magazine in 2006, where she serves as a senior editor and columnist, focusing on economic and political news. She is also co-chair of the Fortune Most Powerful Women Summit, a leading platform spotlighting influential women leaders in business and public service.
Throughout her career, Easton has interviewed numerous prominent political figures. In 2007, she interviewed then–Vice President Dick Cheney. The following year, she sat down with then–Senator Barack Obama during his presidential campaign. In 2011, while covering the APEC summit in Honolulu, Hawaii, she conducted a notable interview with then–Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.
Nina Easton has authored and co-authored several books. One notable collaboration with Ralph Nader profiled key figures in the Reagan administration and included interviews with influential policymakers. Her works are known for in-depth research and political insight.
Easton was previously married to journalist Ronald Brownstein, with whom she has two children. She is currently married to Russell Schriefer, a political strategist known for his work with the Republican Party. The couple has one daughter, Elizabeth Rose.
Russell Schriefer was a senior advisor to Mitt Romney during the 2012 U.S. presidential campaign. He graduated from Manhattan College and has served as media adviser to former President George W. Bush, as well as a program director at the Republican National Convention. He co-founded the Stevens & Schriefer Group, a political consulting firm that has advised major Republican candidates over several election cycles.
Schriefer’s longtime business partner, Stuart Stevens, began his political consulting career in Mississippi. A seasoned strategist, Stevens played key roles in the campaigns of Thad Cochran and other prominent Republicans. He authored The Big Enchilada, chronicling his experiences during the George W. Bush campaign. Both Stevens and Schriefer worked on John McCain’s campaign in 2008 before fully committing to Romney’s 2012 run.
Beyond U.S. politics, Stuart Stevens has contributed to international campaigns. In 2005, he advised Sali Berisha during Albania’s parliamentary elections, focusing on anti-corruption reforms. In 2006, he supported Joseph Kabila’s presidential campaign in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Stevens has been credited with helping numerous candidates worldwide gain electoral success.
The Stevens & Schriefer Group has provided media strategy for a diverse array of Republican leaders, including Senator Mel Martinez, Senator Chuck Grassley, Governor Tom Ridge, Senator Jon Kyl, Governor Paul Cellucci, and others. Stevens served as media consultant in successful campaigns for Roy Blunt (Missouri), Rob Portman (Ohio), and Dan Coats (Indiana). During the 2012 Republican primaries, Stevens and Schriefer led the strategic framework that helped Mitt Romney secure the nomination.
In 2007, Easton and Schriefer were named among Washington’s “power couples” by Washington Monthly. Easton is regarded as a prominent voice in political journalism, known for her insightful reporting and high-level interviews. Her estimated net worth is around $1 million. She actively engages with audiences on platforms like Twitter, where she shares professional updates and commentary.
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