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John Ransom is a writer, analyst, and former editor of Townhall Finance, where he also hosted the nationally syndicated radio program Ransom Notes Radio. His work focuses on the intersection of finance, political power, national security and global economics. He has interviewed senior policymakers, economists, and political figures on U.S. and international affairs, and his writing has appeared at Townhall, the Daily Caller, ReadLion, and other outlets. Ransom has appeared as a commentator on Fox Business Network, Newsmax, and national radio programs. In addition to journalism, he has experience in Southeast Asia, including Vietnam, and has written on US politics, int'l geopolitics, energy, emerging technologies, and strategic competition. He publishes independently at Ransom Notes on Substack.
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