William Murchison


William Murchison is a nationally syndicated political columnist in the United States. Murchison is normally of a conservative political persuasion. He is also a regular contributor to Watchdog.org, Chronicles and The Lone Star Report.

Education

Murchison obtained his degree from Stanford University and the University of Texas.

Career

Prior to retiring in 2001, he worked as an editor for The Dallas Morning News. Murchison has contributed to a number of national publications which include: the Wall Street Journal, National Review, The Weekly Standard, and First Things. He also frequently speaks across the country at colleges and many other forums. He also served, for five years, as a Radford Distinguished Professor of Journalism at Baylor University.

Books

He is the author of several books including:
He is in addition a member of the Philadelphia Society.