Carol M. Swain is an American political scientist, author, and conservative commentator. Born on March 7, 1954, in Bedford, Virginia, she is known for her work on race relations, immigration, and political polarization. Swain is a frequent contributor to PragerU. She held a distinguished career as a professor of political science and law at Vanderbilt University for 26 years, retiring in 2017. Her academic background includes degrees from Roanoke College, Virginia Tech, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and Yale Law School. Throughout her career, Swain has emerged as a prominent conservative voice in American public discourse, advocating for individual responsibility, traditional values, and a critical view of progressive policies. She has authored several books, including "Black Faces, Black Interests: The Representation of African Americans in Congress" and "Debating Immigration: Second Edition." Swain has been the subject of various controversies due to her outspoken conservative views, including criticism in 2015 for comments regarding Islam and in 2017 for remarks concerning white nationalism. She remains an active figure in conservative media.