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Mike Allen is a towering figure in American political journalism. As the co-founder and executive editor of Axios, he helped redefine how readers consume political news with concise, data-driven reporting. Before Axios, he was Politico's chief political reporter, where he created the influential Politico Playbook and wrote the daily Playbook briefing that became a newsroom staple. The New York Times famously dubbed him “The Man The White House Wakes Up To” for his early-morning reporting pace and insights. His work has earned prestigious recognition, including the White House Correspondents’ Association Merriman Smith Memorial Award for presidential coverage on deadline in 2004. A perennial voice in national discourse, Allen has been named to Vanity Fair’s New Establishment list and remains a sought-after speaker on politics, media, and policy.