Desiree Cooper

journalist and author

Desiree Cooper is a Pulitzer Prize-nominated journalist and the author of two books. Her essays and articles have been widely published, including Oprah Daily and The New York Times. www.descooper.com


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Desiree Cooper

10mos ago
MS NOW Opinion

Like Michelle Obama, I lost my mother last year. Here’s what the year has taught me.

The former first lady’s openness about being in a therapy is a reminder that losing your mother in your 60s brings a particular kind of grief and worry.

2years ago
MS NOW Opinion

My common thread with JD Vance’s Mamaw make his remarks cut extra deep

I would have sacrificed everything to support my grandchildren. In fact, I practically have.