History of Anand Giridharadas in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: November 27, 2025

Anand Giridharadas is an American journalist, political pundit, and author. He's known for his critiques of elite-driven social change, particularly in his book "Winners Take All," which argues that the wealthy often pursue philanthropic efforts that maintain the status quo and their own power. He has also written about India's transformation, forgiveness after a crime, and the art of persuasion in a divided society. He is a former columnist for The New York Times and has authored four books.

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September 11, 2001: September 11 Attacks

On September 11, 2001, the September 11 attacks took place which lead to Mark Stroman exacting revenge for the attacks, but his victims were immigrants from India, Pakistan and Bangladesh.

2003: Consultant at McKinsey & Company in Mumbai

In 2003, Anand Giridharadas moved to Mumbai to work as a consultant for McKinsey & Company, following his father's career path.

2005: Journalist Covering India

In 2005, Anand Giridharadas became a journalist, reporting on India for the International Herald Tribune and The New York Times.

2009: Writes "Currents" Column

In 2009, after returning to the United States, Anand Giridharadas began writing the "Currents" column for the International Herald Tribune and The New York Times.

2010: Doctoral Candidate at Harvard University

As of 2010, Anand Giridharadas was a doctoral candidate at Harvard University, pursuing further academic studies.

2011: Publication of "India Calling: An Intimate Portrait of a Nation's Remaking"

In 2011, Anand Giridharadas published his book "India Calling: An Intimate Portrait of a Nation's Remaking", which explores the increasing economic opportunities in India and delves into the nation's class issues.

2014: Publication of "The True American: Murder and Mercy in Texas"

In 2014, Anand Giridharadas published "The True American: Murder and Mercy in Texas", focusing on the story of Mark Stroman and Rais Bhuiyan, exploring forgiveness and capital punishment.

2018: Publication of "Winners Take All: The Elite Charade of Changing the World"

In 2018, Anand Giridharadas published "Winners Take All: The Elite Charade of Changing the World", critiquing the global elite's role in preserving wealth concentration despite philanthropic efforts.

April 2020: Premiere of "Seat at the Table with Anand Giridharadas"

In April 2020, Anand Giridharadas's talk show, "Seat at the Table with Anand Giridharadas", premiered on Vice on TV.

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June 2020: Starts Newsletter The.Ink

In June 2020, Anand Giridharadas launched the newsletter The.Ink, focusing on politics, culture, money, and power.

July 2020: "Seat at the Table" Cancelled

In July 2020, the talk show "Seat at the Table with Anand Giridharadas" on Vice on TV was canceled.

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2020: Endorsed The American Prospect's Day One Agenda

In a 2020 New York Times Opinion piece, Anand Giridharadas wrote about Biden's potential for transformational progress and endorsed The American Prospect's Day One Agenda.

2022: Publication of "The Persuaders: At the Front Lines of the Fight for Hearts, Minds, and Democracy"

In 2022, Anand Giridharadas published "The Persuaders: At the Front Lines of the Fight for Hearts, Minds, and Democracy", providing an insider account of individuals working to bridge divisions and fight for democracy.