Bush is and what he believes, and into the personalities, strengths, and liabilities of his top aides. He gives readers a candid look into who George W. In this refreshingly clear-eyed book, written with no agenda other than to record his experiences and insights for the benefit of history, McClellan provides unique perspective on what happened and why it happened the way it did, including the Iraq war, Hurricane Katrina, Washington's bitter partisanship, and two hotly contested presidential campaigns. Drawn to Bush by his commitment to compassionate conservatism and strong bipartisan leadership, McClellan served the president for more than seven years, and witnessed day-to-day exactly how the presidency veered off course. Scott and his wife Jill are the proud parents of three young sons.Scott McClellan was one of a few Bush loyalists from Texas who became part of his inner circle of trusted advisers, and remained so during one of the most challenging and contentious periods of recent history. In 2005, he received the Outstanding Young Texas Ex Award, which recognizes graduates under 40 who have made significant achievements in their careers and in service to the University. Previously, he was the traveling press secretary for the Bush-Cheney 2000 presidential campaign.Įarlier in his career, Scott spent several years working in Texas politics as a senior aide to then-Governor Bush, chief of staff to a state senator and campaign manager for three successful statewide campaigns.Ī native of Austin, Scott is a graduate of the University of Texas.

The Associated Press called it a “sophisticated assessment” that “makes an important commentary on Washington’s poisonous political climate.”īefore being named press secretary, Scott served as the principal deputy White House press secretary from 2001 to 2003.

Scott’s 2008 memoir, What Happened: Inside the Bush White House and Washington’s Culture of Deception, was a #1 New York Times bestseller. Prior to joining the university, he advised a variety of clients on public affairs and communications strategy. In his current role, Scott oversees marketing, communications and external affairs and provides strategic counsel to the university’s president and other university leaders. From 2003 to 2006, he served as White House Press Secretary.

Scott McClellan is Vice President for University Affairs at Seattle University and serves as a member of the university’s leadership team.

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