Tom Bevan

Tom Bevan is an American writer and media executive best known as the co-founder and publisher of RealClearPolitics (RCP), a prominent political news and polling aggregation site. A graduate of Princeton University with a Bachelor's degree in History in 1991, Bevan initially worked in advertising at agencies including Leo Burnett and Crispin Porter + Bogusky. In 2000, he co-founded RCP with John McIntyre, which has grown into a trusted source with seven million monthly views, known for its nonpartisan approach and the innovative RCP polling average. As executive editor and publisher, Bevan oversees editorial content, writes features, and co-hosts the weekly podcast 'The Takeaway'. He is a frequent political analyst on major networks such as Fox News, CNN, CNBC, and the BBC. Bevan co-authored two e-books on the 2012 U.S. election with Carl M. Cannon: 'The Battle Begins' and 'A Time for Choosing'. He also hosted a weekly radio show on WLS-AM in Chicago for over a decade. Recognized for his influence, Bevan was named one of Princeton's 25 most influential alumni in 2018. His work emphasizes providing historical context to contemporary political events and fostering balanced discourse.