About Author
Kunal Dey is senior news writer at news.meaww. He is originally a computer engineer who took a keen interest in US and world politics after Donald Trump’s historic win in 2016. Now based in Bengaluru, India, he tries to bring a fresh perspective to the goings on at Washington, D.C. And when he’s not chasing stories from Capitol Hill, you’ll catch him hitting the gym, taking his car out for a spin, whipping up something tasty in the kitchen, losing himself in a book, or jamming on his guitar.
Area of Interest
Kunal’s been all over election cycles, primaries, campaigns, polls, and consequential moments that shape American politics. His writing delves into everything from libertarian and conservative ideas to liberal perspectives, hoping to give everyone something to think about. In doing that, he hopes to cut through the noise, pulling from a mix of agencies and outlets across the board to keep things balanced and try to make sense of the messy bloodsport that is politics.
Previous Experiences
Kunal has previously been a co-founder of multiple startups in the logistics and software industries respectively, overseeing branding, content, operations and helping improve the overall throughputs of various clients via automation
Latest From Kunal Dey
Who is Ari Yonatan? NY-based Israeli paramedic’s encounter with Hamas was like a 'horror movie'
Ari Yonatan said, 'If you were there, your mind, your soul would be harmed by the images, I know mine suffered'
Internet dismisses Harvard students' pro-Palestine 'die-in' protest as 'liberals having a temper tantrum'
The two primary organizations behind Wednesday's protest were the Harvard Palestine Solidarity Committee and Harvard Graduate Students for Palestine
Internet catches Marjorie Taylor Greene's 'slip up' as she calls Palestine Capitol protest 'insurrection'
The protesters were advocating for a ceasefire in Gaza while occupying the floor in the rotunda of the Cannon House Office Building
Internet raids the meme bank as judge stamps out Donald Trump hissy fit in court
Judge Arthur Engoron reportedly warned Donald Trump and others to keep their voices down after he conversed animatedly with his lawyers
Who is Ken Buck? GOP Rep schooled for 'joke' that he voted for his friend as Speaker instead of Jim Jordan
Ken Buck cited his strong objections to Jordan's stance on supporting former President Donald Trump after the tumultuous 2020 election
Who is Merl Hefferman? Hells Angels member behind gruesome illegal cremations also organized toy runs for children
Federal prosecutors recently revealed a shocking story in a sentencing memorandum filed last week in California
Now Cornell in hot seat as Megyn Kelly leads the ire after video of professor calling Hamas attack 'exhilarating' goes viral
In a speech caught on camera, Professor Russell Rickford expressed his view that Hamas' attack on Israel was 'exhilarating' and 'energizing'
US think tank suggests assassinated Qassem Soleimani planned Hamas attacks in vengeance from beyond the grave
Qassem Soleimani died in a US drone strike ordered by then-President Donald Trump in January 2020, marking a significant turning point in the region's dynamics
John Oliver provides a telling insight into food safety in America as he rips into FDA for its 'serious shortcomings'
In a recent segment on food safety, comedian and political commentator John Oliver shed light on the shortcomings of the current system and the urgent need for change
Joseph Massad: Petition to oust Columbia prof for calling Hamas attacks 'awesome' gains 20, 000 signatures
The petition, initiated by Maya Platek, a 23-year-old junior and former student-body president, alleges that Massad is 'supporting terrorism'
Who are the Bears for Palestine? Anonymous UC Berkley group under spotlight for pro-Hamas stance
The display of solidarity with Hamas is the latest in a series of actions that have drawn criticism and controversy surrounding the student group
Walt Disney pledges $2M for humanitarian aid in Israel, Internet asks 'what about Palestine too?'
This contribution comes as the region grapples with the devastating war in Gaza, which began on Saturday, October 7, and continues to inflict immense suffering
Displaced and Desperate: Outrage after Israel forces a million Palestinians to leave their homes
The directive has created a sense of panic among civilians and aid workers in the region amid Israeli airstrikes
What is Flotilla 13? Elite Israeli unit frees 250 hostages
Israel's elite naval commando unit executed the successful reclamation of a checkpoint that had been overrun by Hamas militants
Internet wishes 'godspeed' as IDF reservists bid family goodbye at JFK airport before heading off to war
Families of IDF (Israel Defense Forces) reservists flooded JFK airport's Terminal 4, coming together to support those who were leaving for the warzone
Harvard hypocrites unmasked: Signage truck reveals names of students who signed infamous anti-Israel letter, Internet has no sympathy
A billboard truck organized by Accuracy in Media displayed Harvard students' names and photos who endorsed a statement blaming Israel for Hamas attacks
Idan Ofer: Israeli billionaire leaves Harvard board as backlash against university escalates
The reason for his departure is President Claudine Gay's response to a controversial letter signed by 31 Harvard organizations
Harvard groups that signed pro-Hamas letter rush to distance themselves from it after CEOs say 'won't hire them'
The move, led by prominent billionaire hedge fund manager Bill Ackman, has drawn significant attention from various corners
'Nothing but truth': Internet hails Robert DeNiro for slamming Donald Trump as 'wannabe dictator'
'When I look at him, I don't see a bad man. Truly. I see an evil one,' De Niro said of Trump
Members of Congress accused of 'buying war stocks' ahead of Israel-Hamas conflict but Internet is conflicted
Many of the listed companies actively lobby Congress, allowing them to communicate their interests to policymakers directly