Mark Smith (journalist)

Mark Storey Smith
Born	New York
Nationality	American
Occupation	Journalist

Mark Storey Smith (born New York) is an American journalist, serving as White House Correspondent for the Associated Press. He has been covering presidents since Jimmy Carter and has been present at multiple events throughout history, notably the Falklands War, Prince Charles' and Princess Diana's wedding, the impeachment of President Bill Clinton, and numerous presidential campaigns and inaugurations.

He served as President of the White House Correspondent's Association in 2005, and most notably, hired Stephen Colbert as the evening's guest comedian. Colbert's performance was praised by some but attacked by many as having crossed the line. He was mentioned in Colbert's book, I am America (And So Can You!). Also during his presidency, Smith oversaw the renovations of the White House Press Corps facilities, including the White House Press Briefing Office.^[1]

In September 2011, he was attacked for his transcription of President Obama's speech at a Congressional Black Caucus awards dinner by some critics who said leaving off the "g" in the words "complaining," "grumbling" and "crying" was racist. Smith said he accurately reflected Obama's choice to speak this way to a black audience.

Mark Smith is a native New Yorker, born on Long Island. He currently lives in the Washington, D.C. area with his wife.

References

↑ Nathan Andrew Wilson Was that Supposed to be Funny? A Rhetorical Analysis of Politics, 2008 Page 118 "Though he was invited to give the address by Mark Smith, Associated Press reporter and then-president of the White House Correspondents' Association, though many in the press were apparently fans of his show, and though Colbert ..."

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