Win McCormack

Win McCormack is an American editor, publisher, author, and political activist whose career spans more than 4 decades. He has worked across literature, journalism, and public affairs, becoming widely known as the founder and editor-in-chief of Tin House and the owner of The New Republic. Throughout his career, he has focused on long-form writing, editorial independence, and supporting influential publishing institutions.

Born Winthrop Laflin McCormack, he grew up in a family connected to law, public service, and finance. His father, Alfred McCormack, served in military intelligence during World War II and later worked in a senior position at the State Department. His mother's family was connected to the founders of a major Chicago financial institution. He attended Phillips Academy in Andover and later earned a degree in government from Harvard College. Between those studies, Win spent time in Indonesia as an American Field Service exchange student.