Ann Hart Coulter (born December 8, 1961) is an American conservative political commentator, synicated columnist and best-selling author. She frequently appears on television, radio and as a speaker at public and private events. Known for her controversial and confrontational style, Coulter describes herself as a "polemicist" who likes to "stir up the pot" and, unlike "broadcasters," does not "pretend to be impartial or balanced."