William McGurn
William McGurn is an American writer. He was the chief speechwriter for President George W. Bush from June 2006 until February 2008, replacing Michael Gerson.
Early life
McGurn received a bachelor's degree in philosophy from the University of Notre Dame and a master's degree in communications from Boston University.
Career
McGurn served as the chief editorial writer with The Wall Street Journal. From 1992 to 1998, McGurn served as the senior editor of the Far Eastern Economic Review. Prior to this he was the Washington bureau chief of National Review. He writes the Main Street column at The Wall Street Journal and is an executive at its parent company, News Corporation. On Dec. 11, 2012, he was named editorial page editor of the New York Post.
Personal life
McGurn has been a resident of Madison, New Jersey.
References
External links
McGurn's letter of resignation as chief speechwriter for Bush, dated February 7, 2008, effective February 8, 2008.
White House press release announcing McGurn's hiring