Distinguished Senior Fellow About David Axelrod David Axelrod, AB'76, is a Distinguished Senior Fellow at the University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy. A University of Chicago alumnus, Axelrod is a 35-year veteran of American politics and journalism. Prior to becoming a political consultant, Axelrod spent eight years as a reporter and columnist for the Chicago Tribune, including as the City Hall bureau chief. As a political consultant, Axelrod has managed media and communications strategy for more than 150 local, state, and national campaigns. Axelrod served as Senior Strategist to President Obama's successful 2012 re-election campaign. He served in that same role in then-Senator Obama's 2008 presidential campaign, before going on to serve in the White House as Senior Advisor to the President. After the 2012 campaign, Axelrod turned his focus to the Institute of Politics to help inspire and train the next generation of leaders. Contact Information 773.834.4671 politics@uchicago.edu Recent News "Why Did I Not Do This Sooner?": Cheistha Kochhar, MAIDP’20, and the Power of Hard Work Mon., April 12, 2021 Harris Public Policy Releases 2021 Career Outcomes Report Mon., April 12, 2021 More news Upcoming Events Inclusive Economy Talks: In Conversation with Ameya Pawar Wed., April 14, 2021 | 11:00 AM Virtual Event 1307 E. 60th Street Chicago, IL 60637 United States Data and Policy Summer Scholar Program Information Session Wed., April 14, 2021 | 6:30 PM A link will be sent to registered guests Chicago, IL 60637 United States More events