James J. Roberts

Who is James J. Roberts?

James J. Roberts is an American writer, journalist, radio and television news anchor, documentarian, commentator and poet. Born in Connecticut, his reporting and poetry is characterized by strongly delineated contrasting of political sloganeering to modern social and political realities.

Primarily a journalist, Roberts received national recognition for his reporting from wire services, fellow journalists, broadcasters associations, the American Bar Association, and cable television consortia. He is primarily known for his gripping documentaries and biting social commentary.

In addition to his work as a writer, correspondent, editor and anchorman, Roberts is known for his contributions to modern justice. He was the first Director of Communications for the Supreme Court and Judicial System of the State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations.

At Salve Regina University in Newport, Rhode Island, he taught domestic violence victims, criminologists, police, and service providers how to better navigate legal and court systems.