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John Donvan

John Donvan (born 1955) is an American journalist, filmmaker, and debate moderator. He is known for hosting the Open to Debate series broadcast on NPR, for his work as a long-time correspondent and anchor for ABC News, and for his writing, reporting, and documentary filmmaking on the history of autism.

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Education
Dartmouth College (BA) Columbia School of Journalism (MSc)
Born
1955 (age 70–71)
Children
2
Occupations
Author · news correspondent · filmmaker · debate moderator
Spouse
Ranit Mishori
Years active
1977–present

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John Donvan

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John Donvan

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Occupations · 4
John Donvan → Author, debate moderator, filmmaker, news correspondent
Born · 1
John Donvan → 1955 (age 70–71)
Children · 1
John Donvan → 2
Education · 1
John Donvan → Dartmouth College (BA) Columbia School of Journalism (MSc)
Spouse · 1
John Donvan → Ranit Mishori
Years active · 1
John Donvan → 1977–present
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John Donvan → XJohn Donvan ABC

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