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Leslie Cockburn is an American investigative journalist, filmmaker, and former Democratic congressional candidate. She has won several awards for her work on topics such as the U.S.-Israeli relationship, the subprime mortgage crisis, and the Contra War.
Leslie Cockburn is a California-born producer and writer, known for The Peacemaker, American Casino and 60 Minutes. She is the mother of actress Olivia Wilde and has been married to journalist Andrew Cockburn since 1977.
- Producer, Writer, Director
- September 2, 1952
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Leslie Cockburn is a former journalist and documentarian who ran for the U.S. House of Representatives in Virginia in 2018. She is the mother of actress Olivia Wilde and a progressive Democrat who focused on health care, environment, and reproductive rights.
Nov 18, 2021 · Leslie Cockburn is an American investigative journalist, filmmaker, and author. She has won several awards for her TV segments and documentaries, and ran for the U.S. House of Representatives in 2018.
Apr 10, 2018 · Like many congressional hopefuls, Leslie Cockburn was largely compelled to seek office in response to the specter and policies of Donald Trump: a man who denigrates women, journalists, and...
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Leslie Cockburn was born on September 2, 1952 in San Mateo, California, USA. She is a producer and writer, known for The Peacemaker (1997), American Casino (2009) and 60 Minutes (1968). She has been married to Andrew Cockburn since May 21, 1977. They have three children.
Cockburn's fearless advocacy, her undying commitment to social justice, and her firm stance on issues ranging from climate change to healthcare reform have all forged an enduring influence on US politics.