Matthew Dowd has spent decades shaping American politics and analyzing it on television, but in September 2025, the veteran strategist made headlines for a different reason. The longtime consultant and MSNBC contributor was fired after his controversial remarks about Charlie Kirk ’s death sparked swift backlash.

Learn more about him below.

He’s a Veteran Political Strategist

Dowd has worked in politics for decades, most famously serving as the chief strategist for George W. Bush ’s 2004 reelection campaign. Earlier in his career, he advised Democrats like Dick Gephardt and worked with Texas Senator Lloyd Bentsen before switching parties and joining the Republican side.

His Political Identity Has Shifted Over the Years

Dowd’s political journey has been anything but stati

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