White House Press Secretary Dee Dee Myers Resigns, End of an Era
Dee Dee Myers, the first woman to hold the position of White House press secretary, formally resigned her post on December 16, leaving behind a legacy of wit, humor, and fierce advocacy for President Bill Clinton. In a farewell meeting, Clinton praised Myers, calling her a "valued adviser and trusted friend," and thanking her for her service. Myers, who will leave her position on December 22, has been rumored to be on her way out since the appointment of Leon Panetta as chief of staff, but has maintained her commitment to the president.
Key Takeaways:
- Dee Dee Myers, the first woman to hold the position of White House press secretary, resigned her post on December 16.
- Myers' resignation was accepted by President Bill Clinton, who praised her as a "valued adviser and trusted friend."
- Myers will be succeeded by State Department spokesman Michael McCurry, a close friend of hers.
- Myers has had a long tenure at the White House, starting with her involvement in California politics and joining the Clinton campaign in Little Rock, Arkansas.
- Myers has faced obstacles during her tenure, including the division of authority with other communications directors and being kept out of key meetings.
- Myers will not be writing a book, but has signed with an agent and plans to make speeches around the country.
- Myers will spend Christmas at her grandmother's home in Racine, Wisconsin, and New Year's with friends in Paris.
Statistics:
- Myers was 33 years old at the time of her resignation.
- Myers will leave her position on December 22.
- Myers has reportedly had "a lot of offers" for jobs after her resignation.
- Myers has been involved in California politics before joining the Clinton campaign in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Sources:
- The New York Times
- The Washington Post
The Associated Press