Dana Milbank: The FishbowlDC Interview

Say hello to the Washington Post’s Dana Milbank, author of the “Washington Sketch” column, as well as the new Homo Politicus (he’s also a FishbowlDC Favorite, clearly).

What word do you routinely misspell? Mispell.

What’s the name of your cell phone ring? Vigorous Vibrate

What time did you get up this morning? 6 am in Charlotte.

When did you last cry and why? This week, when Duncan Hunter dropped out.

How many emails do you receive a day, roughly? About 300 but I only open those with “Homo Politicus” in the subject line.

What’s your favorite letter? Letter from Birmingham Jail

What single person played the biggest role / had the biggest influence on your journalism career? Mary McGrory

When’s the last time you volunteered? Where? Every other week at Ross Elementary.

Who is your favorite active journalist? Jeff Gannon

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