Basil Smikle Biography and Wiki
Dr. Basil Smikle Jr. is a renowned American political consultant, writer, adjunct professor, public policy expert, and television personality. He serves as a political analyst for MS NOW News and is a professor of practice at the Columbia University School of Professional Studies (SPS).
Basil is also the director of the Master of Science at Columbia University’s Nonprofit Management program. Mr. Smikle lectures at the Teachers College and Columbia’s School of International and Public Affairs.
Basil Smikle Age and Birthday
The political strategist was born on January 12, 1972, as Basil Anthony Smikle Jr., in New York City, United States. He is 54 years old as of now. His birth sign is Capricorn.
Basil Smikle Height and Weight
He stands at a height of 6 feet 2 inches (Approx. 1.87 m) tall and weighs about 96 kg (211 lbs).
Educational Background
Basil completed his high school diploma at the Mount Saint Michael Academy, a private Catholic, all-boys high school in the Bronx, New York City. He then attended Cornell University, a private Ivy League research university based in Ithaca, New York, United States.
The professor graduated from the institute with a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial and Labor Relations, concentrating in Labor Law in 1993. Smikle also earned a Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) degree with a concentration in Urban Policy in 1996 from the private Ivy League research institute, Columbia University in New York City.
Furthermore, Mr. Basil furthered his studies, earning a Ph.D. in Politics and Education in 2019 at Columbia University’s Teachers College.
Basil Smikle Family, Parents, Siblings
The political strategist is the son of Basil Smikle Sr. (father) and Faith Smikle (mother). His parents are Jamaican immigrants who relocated to the Bronx, New York. Basil’s dad is a former textile worker, while his mom is a veteran public-school teacher and a member of the teachers’ union.
It’s unclear whether he has any brothers and sisters since that particular information has not yet been made public. Further information concerning his family background will be updated soon.
Basil Smikle Wife | Partner, Is He Married?
Moving on to his marital affairs, Basil prefers keeping his love life private and away from the public’s eye. However, the professor was previously married to Marjorie Fields Harris, J.D., a professional strategic communications leader, attorney, and businesswoman.
Basil and Marjorie first met in January 2000, during Mrs. Clinton’s senatorial campaign. The ex-pair exchanged their wedding vows on May 26, 2001, at a private wedding ceremony held at the historic St. George Episcopal Church on Stuyvesant Square in Manhattan, New York.
Unfortunately, Basil and Marjorie parted ways through a divorce in September 2003, after two years of marriage, citing irreconcilable differences. We are keeping tabs, and we will update his relationship details soon when disclosed.
Basil Smikle Net Worth
Dr. Basil Smikle Jr. has an estimated net worth of $1 million to $3 million. This amount is primarily associated with his political consulting, university teaching, television appearances, and public speaking.
Career
Basil is a political consultant, author, adjunct professor, policy advisor, and television personality. He serves as a political analyst for MS NOW News and is a professor of practice and director of the Master of Science at the Columbia University School of Professional Studies (SPS).
Smikle was previously elected as the Executive Director of the New York State Democratic Party, appointed by Governor Andrew Cuomo and Former Governor David Paterson in 2015. He has also served as a senior aide on Hillary Rodham Clinton’s Senate staff. Furthermore, Basil is also a board member of the NYC Center for Charter Excellence.
Basil Smikle Illness | Weight Loss
There is no information regarding the professor’s illness, weight loss, or medical condition that has been made public. However, this part is under review and will be updated soon when it is made public.
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