Hi everyone, Dana Perino here! I'm coming back on 11/22 for another Q&A. What questions do you have for me?

Dana Perino — Wed, 16 Nov 2016 13:54:16 -0500

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From RP Staff:

Dana Perino, former White House Press Secretary to President George W. Bush, current host of Fox’s The Five and podcast, I’ll Tell You What, and author of the #1 NYT bestseller AND THE GOOD NEWS IS has a new book out titled LET ME TELL YOU ABOUT JASPER: How My Best Friend Became America’s Dog. In her latest, Perino tells stories about life and politics--and how dogs can transcend rancor and partisanship. She also talks about how dogs bring together families--like Dana's own from her career in Washington through her life in television. In addition to all the fun and fabulous dog tales, LET ME TELL YOU ABOUT JASPER... is fully illustrated with hilarious photoshops of Jasper in all his most famous moments in American life.

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Response by MCPO Mark Durland made Nov 16 at 2016 2:36 PM

MCPO Mark Durland — Wed, 16 Nov 2016 14:36:15 -0500

Good afternoon, Dana. In the early pages of your book AND THE GOOD NEWS IS... you gave a quick take on how you wound up where you have; that being in the right place at the right time accounted for much of your career. How much of this would you say is putting the road in God's hands by not saying "No"? I'm a pretty firm believer that by taking just a few chances to say "Yes" (or even "Maybe") you may open a long string of positives. But you can't get to the end of that string if you don't take that first chance.

Response by SGT Damaso V Santana made Nov 16 at 2016 3:04 PM

SGT Damaso V Santana — Wed, 16 Nov 2016 15:04:10 -0500

Jasper is Top Dog but the Five would not be the same without you!

Response by SFC George Smith made Nov 16 at 2016 5:34 PM

SFC George Smith — Wed, 16 Nov 2016 17:34:23 -0500

most interest ... she's a very smart woman...Look forward to hearing what she has to say...

Response by Capt Brandon Charters made Nov 17 at 2016 10:52 AM

Capt Brandon Charters — Thu, 17 Nov 2016 10:52:15 -0500

Dana Perino Thanks for joining us again on RallyPoint! If you suddenly found yourself being White House Press Secretary again for the next 4 years, how would you prioritize your efforts and what would you see as your greatest challenges ahead?
Any reactions that Jasper might have are welcome as well...

Response by Capt Seid Waddell made Nov 20 at 2016 2:39 AM

Capt Seid Waddell — Sun, 20 Nov 2016 02:39:12 -0500

Love your quiet, calm, intelligent comments on The Five. Your perspective adds a depth of understanding to the current events. Thank you!

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 20 at 2016 2:54 AM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 20 Nov 2016 02:54:39 -0500

Will President Bush reach out to Trump?

Response by LTC John Shaw made Nov 20 at 2016 3:41 AM

LTC John Shaw — Sun, 20 Nov 2016 03:41:01 -0500

Ms. Perino,

Thank you for making yourself available on the RP forum. My dog is Luke, he is a Shelter dog that we adopted and has been fantastic for my wife, Melissa, and our four children, while I have been deployed overseas.
I encourage families to look for a shelter dog to adopt, so many opportunities to match needs.
For military families and veterans, service dogs are a great comfort, do you have any experiences with service dogs from your time in the white house that you would like to share?

Response by SPC Margaret Higgins made Nov 20 at 2016 7:10 AM

SPC Margaret Higgins — Sun, 20 Nov 2016 07:10:07 -0500

Dana Perino , it is truly an honor to have you with us; here on Rally Point. Thank you for being here with us.
Jasper, looks and sounds adorable.
My black cat, Emily, is adoring and most therapeutic/cathartic: when it comes to my tears.
She physically lays her body, on, for instance: my back or my arm; when I am upset.
Sending hugs to you and Jasper-
Margaret C Higgins US Army (Ret) Dana Perino

Response by SPC Erich Guenther made Nov 20 at 2016 10:27 AM

SPC Erich Guenther — Sun, 20 Nov 2016 10:27:31 -0500

Thanks for making yourself available for questions and being a rational and objective person on TV instead of attempting to slant the news presentation like so many others. I am curious what your opinion is on if it is possible to return the Cable news channels back to an honest and objective presentation of the news or if they are too far gone and market segmented. I realize we will never hit the 100% level but I compare the standards between the Economist Magazine and MSNBC, and it is clear there is a problem with the latter. Compare BBC with CNN, yes BBC is slanted sometimes but CNN has issues with it seems a lot more anchors attempting to inject their personal opinions in the news delivery. So that is my question, "Is it possible for us to return to a largely unbiased news reporting approach?"

Response by Capt Richard I P. made Nov 20 at 2016 12:04 PM

Capt Richard I P. — Sun, 20 Nov 2016 12:04:32 -0500

Dana Perino Welcome and thanks for joining us again, do you have any comments on the recent revelations of workplace harassment at Fox? What lessons do you think we can take from these incidents to maintain productive, inclusive, team-based workplaces in our own leadership in the future?

Response by Donna Ableman made Nov 20 at 2016 12:18 PM

Donna Ableman — Sun, 20 Nov 2016 12:18:24 -0500

What role, if any, do you believe that the mainstream media has played in the civil unrest, protesting, and rioting that is plaguing our nation today and what do you feel that responsible news organizations can do to help bring peace and unity back to our communities?

Response by Col Dona Marie Iversen made Nov 20 at 2016 1:42 PM

Col Dona Marie Iversen — Sun, 20 Nov 2016 13:42:24 -0500

Dana, thank you for making the time to be with us on RP. Enjoy you on The FIVE! Do you have a desire to return to the WH?

Response by COL Mikel J. Burroughs made Nov 20 at 2016 2:34 PM

COL Mikel J. Burroughs — Sun, 20 Nov 2016 14:34:33 -0500

Dana Perino Frst and foremost thanks for being on RallyPoint to take questions.
Three questions:
1. Do you want to be a part of the Trump Presidency as his Press Secretary?
2. Are most of the hosts on the FIVE Pro Trump?
3. How do yo feel about service dogs helping war veterans with PTSD, TBI, and other severe disabilities?

Response by Cpl Tim Callahan made Nov 20 at 2016 10:29 PM

Cpl Tim Callahan — Sun, 20 Nov 2016 22:29:21 -0500

I would very much like to get back to a time and place after a presidential election that respect for the process is embraced. As a former White House Press Secretary, how would you set the tone for unity ?

May God Bless our President-Elect Trump. May we all have the civility and the fortitude as nation to support him in this critical period in our history. Maybe Jasper is a bridge to this future !!!

Response by SGT Scott Hutten made Nov 21 at 2016 9:39 AM

SGT Scott Hutten — Mon, 21 Nov 2016 09:39:03 -0500

First, thank you for being a terrific role model. My daughter is a Journalism major graduating with honors who has hit the ground running. In addition to admiring your career for many years, I've especially appreciated the insights you share on 'The Five'.

After an election, donors/lobbyists begin their infiltration of the system. Having a self-funded, winning campaign that owes little to no favors creates an intriguing situation where qualifications trump party affiliation. Obviously, the hope is that smart people are put in the right place(s). Can you elaborate on the pros/cons of the new administrations absence of political pay-back?

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 21 at 2016 12:28 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 21 Nov 2016 12:28:51 -0500

How will the media rebuild trust with the public? How hard and long is the media going to be back paddling with the election of Mr. Trump? Its seems that only Fox was the major news source that gave him a chance. How do we allow the others like CNN to survive after the tampering of the election?
"No news in the truth, no truth in the news"

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 21 at 2016 12:35 PM

SSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 21 Nov 2016 12:35:04 -0500

Dana Perino - Thanks for taking time to do this Q&A! I really appreciate it. I do have some questions:

1) What will it take to get REAL, HONEST (non-partisan) news back into the MSMs?
2) How would you suggest talking to those who are closed minded (on any subject)?
3) What do you think of Irish Wolfhounds? :)

-- Keith

Response by SGM Mikel Dawson made Nov 21 at 2016 12:56 PM

SGM Mikel Dawson — Mon, 21 Nov 2016 12:56:18 -0500

Just a comment:
I believe the main stream media and world owes President Bush a big SORRY, because it finally came out chemical weapons were found in Iraq. I was there in late 2003 when some were found, and I know of others who were there later when chemical arty shells were found. Please tell him we know he was right.

Response by MSgt James Mullis made Nov 21 at 2016 2:56 PM

MSgt James Mullis — Mon, 21 Nov 2016 14:56:05 -0500

Hi Dana, and thanks for visiting the Forum. Who do you think President elect Trump will pick for his Press Secretary?

Response by Maj Bill Smith, Ph.D. made Nov 21 at 2016 5:03 PM

Maj Bill Smith, Ph.D. — Mon, 21 Nov 2016 17:03:22 -0500

Dana. thanks for meeting up and answering questions with vets and active duty members. I have 2 questions: 1. How can you tolerate the obtuse and often irrational positions of Juan Williams on The FIVE?
2. Having had dogs and even cats, I understand the human relationship / bond with animals especially with our former dog which traveled with us to Europe and was treated well by the staff and the Marines while visiting and living in an American Embassy. We were devastated years later when she died. But in my 50 yrs of marriage to a wonderful woman who supported my military years and our later life decisions for over 50 years, I consider her "my best friend." Thus my question, why is Jasper your "best friend?" verses family?

Response by SSG Carlos Madden made Nov 22 at 2016 10:07 AM

SSG Carlos Madden — Tue, 22 Nov 2016 10:07:32 -0500

(friend and his Vizsla on a hike we took a few weeks ago)

Hello Dana,
Thanks for coming back to RP. This past election cycle you have talked about media accountability and the responsibility of voters to be properly informed. On an interview with Bill O'Reilly you stated that you've received push back, not only from peers in the media but also voters, about sharing facts over being a cheerleader ("a lot of republicans expect me to be a cheerleader for the candidate" - 'The O'Reilly Factor,' 18 Aug, 2016) and making excuses for Donald Trump (e.g. "I will not lie to you about the state of this race. I will not do it. No amount of peer pressure digital or otherwise can move me" -@DanaPerino). Also, post-election, "fake news" sites which offer fake and bias information on social media have been mentioned as being one of the reasons for the election outcome.

First, what peer pressure did you get and what was said to you?

Second, What do you think about the information bubble people surround themselves with? What should Americans do to be more responsible for the content they consume and the information they share? How dangerous is this media paradigm we are in and what should be done about it?

Response by Dana Perino made Nov 22 at 2016 12:00 PM

Dana Perino — Tue, 22 Nov 2016 12:00:55 -0500

Welcome! I'm excited to be back. RallyPoint rocks!

Response by Dana Perino made Nov 22 at 2016 12:47 PM

Dana Perino — Tue, 22 Nov 2016 12:47:54 -0500

RallyPoint - I love what you do, and I'm so glad to have been back to take some of your questions during this transition period. I wrote a book about my dog - of all things! - during an election year, and it really was a wonderful distraction from all of the politics. I included a gallery of photoshops by @FiveFanPhotoshops, so please check those out - you will laugh, I promise! Love to all of you. Thanks to all of you for serving the USA. And I wish all of you a terrific Thanksgiving!

Response by TSgt Thomas Monaghan made Nov 22 at 2016 1:08 PM

TSgt Thomas Monaghan — Tue, 22 Nov 2016 13:08:10 -0500

what advice would you give the next white house press secretary in dealing with a preson who doesn't think before he speaks, I mean President elect Trump.

Response by Capt John Baker made Nov 24 at 2016 8:51 AM

Capt John Baker — Thu, 24 Nov 2016 08:51:58 -0500

HAPPY THANKSGIVING, I really appreciate your sensible reaction to current events. I watch The Five daily and it is always a brighter experience if you are there.

Response by SMSgt Michael DeMatties made Nov 24 at 2016 9:48 AM

SMSgt Michael DeMatties — Thu, 24 Nov 2016 09:48:11 -0500

Thankyou for giving us a chance to question you. I watch the five. Love the back and forth on political topics. I would like to know if when you are off camera do you or any others on the program continue the discuss issues and does anyone get their mind changed.

Response by PO2 Richard Sibley made Nov 24 at 2016 1:56 PM

PO2 Richard Sibley — Thu, 24 Nov 2016 13:56:16 -0500

I wish and all Vets happy thanksgiving

Response by TSgt Marc Hoyle made Nov 24 at 2016 1:57 PM

TSgt Marc Hoyle — Thu, 24 Nov 2016 13:57:36 -0500

Thanks for all you do for US Veterans!!

Response by Sgt Kelli Mays made Nov 25 at 2016 4:28 PM

Sgt Kelli Mays — Fri, 25 Nov 2016 16:28:48 -0500

Dana Perino I watch you on The Five and enjoy and appreciate your input. Thanks.

Response by SMSgt Terry Rider made Nov 25 at 2016 8:47 PM

SMSgt Terry Rider — Fri, 25 Nov 2016 20:47:04 -0500

Jasper, one luck dog!

Response by LTC Bob Domenici Ltc Ret made Nov 27 at 2016 12:42 PM

LTC Bob Domenici Ltc Ret — Sun, 27 Nov 2016 12:42:22 -0500

My Son (Sgt Robert A Domenici (PH Awardee) USA, My future Daughter in Law (SGT Genni Braun) US A, My Wife Ginny and I (LTC Bob Domenici US Ret.) thank you for your support and all you do to assist veterans.