Political Journalist and Ole Miss Alumnus Peter Boyer to Share Thoughts on Midterm Elections

Midterm elections are on the horizon and many are wondering how each state will vote regarding the battle between the two political parties: Republicans versus Democrats. 

Photo from the Overby Center’s website.

On Friday, Oct. 19 prominent political journalist and Ole Miss alumnus Peter Boyer will share his thoughts on the chances of the Democratic party taking control of the House of Representatives and U.S. Senate.

Originally from Mississippi, Boyer’s background ranges from the New Yorker to Newsweek, from Frontline to Fox News. He is currently a national correspondent for the Weekly Standard.

At the end of his session on politics, Boyer will answer questions from the audience. With just two and a half weeks until the critical elections, this event will give a unique insight into political and journalistic work in Washington, D.C.

The event will take place in the Overby Center Auditorium at Ole Miss at 11 a.m. and is free and open to the public. For more information, call the Overby Center at 662-915-1692 or email questions to overbycenter@olemiss.edu.

The Overby Center for Southern Journalism & Politics’ mission is to create better understanding of the media, politicians and the role of the First Amendment in democracy.


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