“I quite famously don't know how to play spades, but even I know that you can't switch up the house rules from Joker Joker Deuce Deuce to Ace High after everyone has already sat down at the table and picked a partner.”

American political scientist, commentator and writer

Jason Johnson is an American political scientist, commentator, and writer. He is an associate professor of communication and journalism at Morgan State University, and a regular political contributor to MS NOW. He is best known as the author of Political Consultants and Campaigns: One Day to Sell. His work sits at the intersection of politics, media, and public debate, and his writing and commentary often reflect that mix of academic analysis and current affairs.