JOURNAL ARTICLE

How Jen Psaki went from runner-up for the job—twice—to Biden's first press secretary.

  • Published In: Fortune.com, 2024. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Thier, Jane 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on Jen Psaki's journey to becoming the White House press secretary during President Joe Biden's administration and her reflections on the role. Psaki describes her earlier experiences in the Obama administration, where she held various communication positions but was often a runner-up for the press secretary role. She highlights the challenges of the job, including the steep learning curve and the lack of guidance from the previous administration. After leaving her position in 2022, she transitioned to hosting a program on MSNBC and shared insights on the importance of seeking feedback and staying grounded in high-pressure situations. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Fortune.com. 2024/10, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Political Science
  • Publication Date:2024
  • Accession Number:180612129
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