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Air Force Two, Anyone?

THE WALLS in my office bear a sad memorial to the fleetingness of all political triumphs. There are 16 nailholes, the legacy of the previous inhabitant, a fellow of about 26 hired as a presidential speechwriter last May and, through no fault of his own, jettisoned in July.

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Matthew Scully

Matthew Scully is the author of Dominion: The Power of Man, the Suffering of Animals, and the Call to Mercy. He served as literary editor of National Review and as a senior speechwriter to President George W. Bush.

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Air Force Two, Anyone?

THE WALLS in my office bear a sad memorial to the fleetingness of all political triumphs. There are 16 nailholes, the legacy of the previous inhabitant, a fellow of about 26 hired as a presidential speechwriter last May and, through no fault of his own, jettisoned in July.

About the Author

Matthew Scully

Matthew Scully is the author of Dominion: The Power of Man, the Suffering of Animals, and the Call to Mercy. He served as literary editor of National Review and as a senior speechwriter to President George W. Bush.