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Karen Hanretty is a political and communications strategist who specializes in strategic communications, issue advocacy and political campaigns. Over the past decade, Hanretty has developed a strong reputation for taking complex issues and creating news coverage that explains the underlying political motivations that drive public policy.

Pertinent Background & Relationships

• From presidential, gubernatorial, congressional, and state elections, Hanretty has had a seat at the table of significant political campaigns that drive the news of the day. Prior to serving as Communications Director at the National Republican Congressional Committee, she was Deputy Communications Director for Fred Thompson’s presidential primary bid and a leading spokeswoman for Arnold Schwarzenegger’s historic gubernatorial campaign.
• Hanretty is also a national political commentator, regularly appearing on Fox News Channel, MSNBC and CNN to provide national political analysis. She has also appeared as a guest host on FNC’s Hannity & Colmes.

Education

Hanretty holds a B.A. in Political Science with an emphasis on International Affairs from University of the Pacific, Stockton, CA.