Huma Abedin

Huma Abedin’s incredible career – as advisor to former Senator, Secretary of State, and Presidential candidate Hillary Rodham Clinton – and challenging personal life – her ex-husband, former Representative Anthony Weiner, was caught sending suggestive photos to women online – can’t be separated from one another. And Huma doesn’t want them to be. Her memoir Both/And tells both stories, along with many others, and allows space for the complexity we all carry. She joined Leah in studio for a rousing and inspiring conversation on mental health, family, and doing the thing that scares you.Follow Huma on LinkedInFollow Leah and In The Arena on LinkedIn

Political figures Alex Soros, Huma Abedin, and Daniel Perry Pardon discuss President Biden, inflation messaging, and civilization-ending DEI. Media personalities Chris Matthews, Zoey Williams, and Katy Tur talk about lies in the media and Hunter's laptop. Investor Bill Ackman joins to discuss election hoaxes, with Scott Adams navigating the conversation on politics and media critique.

Huma Abedin has spent her entire career in public service, from her beginnings as an intern in First Lady Hillary Clinton’s office, to her time as senior advisor to then-Senator Clinton, as deputy chief of staff to the Secretary of State, vice chair of Clinton's presidential campaign, and now, as Clinton’s chief of staff. Abedin’s recent memoir, “Both/And,” details this time in government, as well as her personal struggles behind the scenes. Huma Abedin sits down with Alec to discuss the personal impact of the 2016 election, the lessons she learned from her late father, and the sliding doors that have offered her different paths in life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Huma Abedin, best-selling author and former aide to Hillary Clinton, shares her inspiring journey from childhood in Saudi Arabia to key roles in U.S. politics. She discusses the challenges to democracy, the importance of civic engagement, and her experiences with the Clinton administration. Huma reflects on voting rights legislation and the necessity of grassroots activism. The conversation also touches on the recent political landscape, Supreme Court rulings, and the urgency of electoral engagement as crucial to safeguarding democracy.

Huma Abedin, a key aide to Hillary Clinton and author of "Both/And," shares her journey as a prominent Muslim woman in politics. She reflects on the personal and professional challenges faced during the tumultuous 2016 election, emphasizing the impact of faith on her career. Abedin opens up about navigating relationships in politics and the resilience required amid public scrutiny, particularly during her partner's scandals. Her insights shed light on the importance of solidarity and understanding in overcoming adversity.