Apr 25 2006
Tony Snow expected to take the White House Press job
When the rumors circulated that Tony Snow was a contender for the White House Press Secretary position, I have to admit I was intrigued. I listen to Tony occasionally on the way to work, and he is a fairly level headed conservative. On his radio program, he is not afraid to criticize Bush, and he has some ideas that have merit. He is also willing to take on tough questions without flinching or hanging up.
If he accepts, it will be an interesting day for the White House Press Corp. He may actually be a good foil for their rabid dog pack mentality.
Sources close to the White House said Monday that Fox anchor Tony Snow is likely to accept the job as White House press secretary, succeeding Scott McClellan.
The sources said they expect him to announce his decision within the next few days.
A source familiar with the discussions said Monday that newly appointed Chief of Staff Josh Bolten asked Snow to make a decision by early this week.
Two sources familiar with the discussions said Bolten wanted to fill the post this week, as early as Tuesday.
Sources familiar with Snow’s deliberations said he has been focusing on family, finances and his health.
The sources said Snow, who has been battling colon cancer, got a good prognosis from his doctor last week and that Snow resolved his concerns about taking the job over the weekend.
Neither Snow nor the White House would comment.
Sources familiar with the matter said the White House approached the Fox anchor several weeks ago. Snow then met with Bolten and other officials at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue.
The PR department is a place where the WHite House desperately needs a good solid makeover and Snow has potential to do a good job.
Source: Stop the ACLU, Sister Toldjah
3 Responses to “Tony Snow expected to take the White House Press job”
I think the only real negative for anyone in this is that, for some, it will just make Fox look all the more like they are real administration pals. But other than that, he seems more than skilled enough and he has to be able to do a better job than the two previous holders of the position.
That is a good point, and one that I am sure Tony is considering as well.
At the same time, he is a good choice all things equal. It would be a shame to let that stop him.
The good thing about Snow is that he’s smart enough to be able to think on his feet (he does it for three hours a day) and still keep things friendly when he — or his boss-to-be — is under attack.
The bad thing is we’ll be hearing less of him.