Jennifer Harper

A graduate of Syracuse University, Jennifer Harper writes the daily Inside the Beltway column and provides additional coverage of breaking national news, plus long-term trends in politics, media issues, public opinion, popular culture, Hollywood foibles and “eureka” moments in health and science.

She has been a frequent broadcast commentator on CNN, Fox News, MSNBC, C-SPAN, Voice of America, Citadel Broadcasting, Talk Radio Network and other news organizations. Born in Elizabeth, N.J., Ms. Harper grew up in Texas and arrived in Washington in time for Watergate -- and has been tracking the political and media landscape ever since.

She is an active member of the American Federation of TV Radio Artists and Screen Actors Guild. She has won 14 journalism awards during her years at The Washington Times.

To read Jennifer Harper's Inside the Beltway columns, click here. Contact her at jharper@washingtontimes.com.

Follow @harperbulletin

Articles by Jennifer Harper

"Obama Grammar: Using the President's Bloopers to Improve Your English" was written by Harvard-educated historian William Proctor. (Provided by Inkslingers Press)

Inside the Beltway

Strategery, misunderestimated, refudiate: former President George W. Bush and Sarah Palin have been chastised by journalists and academes for their inventive language and occasional grammatical gaffes for years. Now it is President Obama's turn. Published September 29, 2011

Buffett

Inside the Beltway

"Dear Warren: I have solved your problem. You have mentioned in passing that you feel unhappy that you do not pay enough money to the government each year in taxes," writes Americans for Tax Reform president Grover Norquist, in an open letter to billionaire investor Warren Buffett. Published September 28, 2011

Inside the Beltway

"Poll: In head-to-head matchup, Obama who ran in 2008 would trounce current Obama. The popularity of old Obama spells trouble for the new one," proclaims comedian Andy Borowitz in a parody commentary. Published September 27, 2011

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie (Associated Press)

Inside the Beltway

One is a confirmed presidential hopeful likely to regain his Lone Star stride sooner or later, the other remains on the wish list of many a weary Republican. Published September 26, 2011

The GOP presidential hopeful's new book "This Is Herman Cain!" has an Oct. 4 release date, which is very favorable timing for last week's Florida straw poll winner. (Simon and Schuster)

Inside the Beltway

Wise businessman and presidential hopeful Herman Cain is not taking much time to bask in his Florida straw poll victory. Published September 25, 2011

More than 5,000 high school, college and professional football teams will salute Ronald Reagan's centennial birthday with a special coin toss this weekend. (Courtesy Warner Brothers)

Inside the Beltway

Many will soon flip over Ronald Reagan. Nearly 5,000 high school, college and NFL teams in all 50 states honor the 100th birthday of America's 40th president this weekend by tossing a Reagan commemorative coin to start their games. Published September 22, 2011

Republican presidential hopeful Andy Martin continues to investigate President Obama's eligibility to hold office. (Courtesy Andy Martin for President)

Inside the Beltway

Though hubbub over President Obama's birth certificate ultimately became a Democratic fundraising tool, the "birther" factor won't die, insists Republican presidential hopeful Andy Martin. Published September 21, 2011

The American Conservative Union's "CPAC-FL" gathering is one of a number of major Republican events in and around Orlando, Fla., over the next fewer days. (American Conservative Union)

Inside the Beltway

In 24 hours, Republicans descend on Florida en masse for a grand old party for the Grand Old Party. On Thursday, the mighty eight presidential hopefuls meet once again for another debate, this one hosted by Fox News and the Florida Republican Party, staged in Orlando. That's just the opening act, though. Published September 20, 2011

Former California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger will address the U.N.'s "Private Sector Forum 2011" at noon Tuesday. (Associated Press)

Inside the Beltway

With a certain 1950s B-movie melodrama, the economy has morphed into a menacing entity in the minds of American voters. Published September 19, 2011

Inside the Beltway

In a week — come rain, shine or recession — President Obama journeys to the land of Hollywood for a pair of glittering fundraisers for his re-election campaign. But alas, the mighty stars and producers apparently are not very thrilled with Hope and Change, Part Deux. Published September 18, 2011

James Madison is known as the "Father of the Constitution." (Photograph provided by the Montpelier Foundation) **FILE**

Inside the Beltway

Saturday is Constitution Day, and it's big doings at 2,650-acre Montpelier, an architectural gem in the verdant hills of Virginia and home of "Father of the Constitution" James Madison. Published September 15, 2011

"The Daily Show" host Jon Stewart says his show and the Fox News Channel have something in common.

Inside the Beltway

Yes, there is a Kosher Tea Party. Published September 14, 2011

Friends and assorted celebrities will help celebrate "A Decade of Difference" with former President Clinton in October. The event is part birthday bash, part fundraiser for his foundation. (Associated Press)

Inside the Beltway

Don't think for a moment that former President Bill Clinton has lost his Hollywood touch. Tickets costing up to $1 million each go on sale Thursday for "A Decade of Difference," a glittering concert in the Hollywood Bowl to celebrate Mr. Clinton, his foundation and his 65th birthday. Published September 13, 2011

Inside the Beltway

Liberal critics who dither over Rep. Peter T. King's vigorous no-nonsense stand against Islamic radicalization take note: The New York Republican and chairman of the Committee on Homeland Security testifies in London on Tuesday before the British House of Commons Select Committee on Home Affairs. Published September 12, 2011

Sen. Marco Rubio, Florida Republican, has been the subject of speculation that he might be vice-presidential material for the 2012 GOP ticket. He thus far has demurred. (Associated Press)

Inside the Beltway

Tea Party Express organizers describe the Republican debate in Tampa, Fla., on Monday night as a milestone — clear evidence that the grass-roots movement holds definitive sway over serious politics, despite critics who claim otherwise. Published September 11, 2011

Inside the Beltway

The Family Research Council is urging New York City Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg to allow clergy to participate in the solemn observance of 9/11 at ground zero Sunday. Published September 8, 2011

Inside the Beltway

We are still a common-sense nation. When it comes to key national issues, 73 percent of likely voters nationwide trust the judgment of the American people more than their political leaders, says a Rasmussen Reports survey released Wednesday. Published September 7, 2011

Academy Award winning actor Jon Voight calls New York Mayor MIchael Bloomberg's decision to omit clergy and prayer from the official Ground Zero remembrance of the 9/11 attacks a "great injustice." (Image from Associated Press)

Inside the Beltway

Academy Award-winning actor and silver-screen conservative Jon Voight shares his reaction to news that New York Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg will include President Obama and New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo at the solemn remembrance of the 9/11 attacks at ground zero on Sunday. But no clergy. And no prayers. Published September 6, 2011

Inside the Beltway

His big jobs creation speech is only 48 hours away. Published September 5, 2011

Inside the Beltway

"On this Labor Day, we reaffirm that collective bargaining is a cornerstone of the American dream." Published September 4, 2011