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Steve Scully commenced his professional journalistic career subsequent to the completion of his Master's degree.
Answer: False
Explanation: While Steve Scully earned his Master of Science in Journalism from Northwestern University, his broadcast journalism career began earlier, in 1981-82, as a weekend newscaster for WAMU.
Steve Scully obtained both his undergraduate and graduate degrees from American University.
Answer: False
Explanation: Steve Scully earned his undergraduate degree from American University and his Master of Science in Journalism from Northwestern University.
During his undergraduate studies, Steve Scully interned for Senator Ted Kennedy.
Answer: True
Explanation: During his undergraduate tenure at American University, Steve Scully gained experience within the media affairs office of Senator Ted Kennedy.
Steve Scully's Master's degree focused on political science.
Answer: False
Explanation: Steve Scully earned his Master of Science degree in journalism from Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism, not political science.
Steve Scully worked for WHBF-TV as a correspondent based in Washington, D.C.
Answer: True
Explanation: The source material indicates that Steve Scully worked as a Washington, D.C.-based correspondent for WHBF-TV.
Steve Scully earned a degree in communication and political science with honors from American University.
Answer: True
Explanation: Steve Scully earned a Bachelor of Arts degree with honors, majoring in Communication and Political Science, from American University.
Steve Scully participated in a study abroad program in London during his undergraduate studies.
Answer: False
Explanation: Steve Scully's undergraduate study abroad program was undertaken at the University of Copenhagen, not in London.
As delineated in the provided source material, what is Steve Scully's primary professional designation?
Answer: American broadcast journalist
Explanation: The source consistently identifies Steve Scully as an American broadcast journalist.
Identify the academic institutions from which Steve Scully obtained his degrees.
Answer: American University and Northwestern University
Explanation: Steve Scully pursued his undergraduate studies at American University and completed his Master of Science in Journalism at Northwestern University.
During his undergraduate tenure at American University, Steve Scully gained experience within the media affairs office of which United States Senator?
Answer: Senator Edward Kennedy
Explanation: Steve Scully worked in the media affairs office of Senator Edward Kennedy during his undergraduate studies at American University.
From which academic institution did Steve Scully procure his Master of Science degree in journalism?
Answer: Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University
Explanation: Steve Scully obtained his Master of Science degree in journalism from the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University.
What was Steve Scully's inaugural position within the field of broadcast journalism?
Answer: Weekend newscaster for WAMU
Explanation: Steve Scully's initial role in broadcast journalism was as a weekend newscaster for WAMU, the American University radio station, commencing in 1981-82.
What was the precise nature of the undergraduate degree Steve Scully obtained from American University?
Answer: Bachelor of Arts with honors in Communication and Political Science
Explanation: Steve Scully earned a Bachelor of Arts degree with honors, majoring in Communication and Political Science, from American University.
Steve Scully participated in an undergraduate study abroad program at which European university?
Answer: University of Copenhagen
Explanation: Steve Scully's undergraduate study abroad experience took place at the University of Copenhagen.
Steve Scully joined C-SPAN in 1990, assuming the role of producer for its flagship program, *Washington Journal*.
Answer: False
Explanation: Upon joining C-SPAN in 1990, Steve Scully's initial roles were Political Editor and White House Producer, not producer for *Washington Journal*, though he later hosted the program.
Steve Scully's responsibilities at C-SPAN included coordinating campaign coverage across multiple platforms.
Answer: True
Explanation: His responsibilities included coordinating campaign programming across C-SPAN's television network, its website C-SPAN.org, and C-SPAN Radio.
Steve Scully only hosted the C-SPAN program *Washington Journal*.
Answer: False
Explanation: In addition to *Washington Journal*, Steve Scully hosted and moderated other C-SPAN programs, including *Newsmakers*, *Road to the White House*, and *In Depth* on Book TV.
Steve Scully was the primary moderator for the 2016 presidential debates.
Answer: False
Explanation: Steve Scully's involvement in the 2016 presidential debates was as a backup moderator, not the primary one. He was scheduled to moderate a 2020 debate that was subsequently canceled.
Steve Scully returned to C-SPAN in January 2021, initially working behind the scenes.
Answer: True
Explanation: Steve Scully returned to C-SPAN on January 5, 2021, initially in a behind-the-scenes capacity as a producer for *Washington Journal* and host of *The Weekly*.
The C-SPAN navbox lists Brian Lamb and Susan Swain but not Steve Scully.
Answer: False
Explanation: The C-SPAN organizational navbox includes Robert X. Browning, John D. Evans, Brian Lamb, Steve Scully, and Susan Swain.
Steve Scully was scheduled to moderate the first presidential debate in 2020.
Answer: False
Explanation: Steve Scully was scheduled to moderate the second presidential debate in 2020, which was subsequently canceled. He was a backup moderator for the 2016 debates.
Prior to his role as host of *Washington Journal*, what was Steve Scully's primary position at C-SPAN?
Answer: Political Editor and White House Producer
Explanation: Before hosting *Washington Journal*, Steve Scully served as C-SPAN's Political Editor and White House Producer.
Upon his commencement at C-SPAN in 1990, what was Steve Scully's initial designation?
Answer: Political Editor and White House Producer
Explanation: Steve Scully began his C-SPAN career in 1990 as a Political Editor and White House Producer.
Steve Scully's coordination of campaign programming at C-SPAN encompassed which platforms?
Answer: Television network, website, and radio
Explanation: His responsibilities included coordinating campaign programming across C-SPAN's television network, its website (C-SPAN.org), and C-SPAN Radio.
In addition to *Washington Journal*, which C-SPAN program dedicated to books did Steve Scully host?
Answer: *In Depth* on Book TV
Explanation: Steve Scully also hosted *In Depth* on Book TV, a program focused on authors and their books.
What was Steve Scully's specific role in relation to the 2016 presidential debates?
Answer: He was a backup moderator for all debates.
Explanation: Steve Scully served as a backup moderator for all four of the presidential and vice presidential debates held in 2016.
On what date did Steve Scully recommence his hosting duties for *Washington Journal* following his period of leave?
Answer: April 5, 2021
Explanation: Steve Scully resumed hosting *Washington Journal* on April 5, 2021, after returning to C-SPAN in January 2021.
Which individuals are listed concurrently with Steve Scully in the C-SPAN organizational navbox?
Answer: Robert X. Browning and Brian Lamb
Explanation: The C-SPAN organizational navbox includes Robert X. Browning and Brian Lamb alongside Steve Scully.
Steve Scully was slated to moderate which particular 2020 presidential debate that ultimately did not take place?
Answer: The second presidential debate
Explanation: Steve Scully was scheduled to moderate the second presidential debate in 2020, which was subsequently canceled.
Steve Scully served as president of the White House Correspondents' Association for a single term.
Answer: False
Explanation: Steve Scully served as president of the White House Correspondents' Association from 2006 to 2007, which constitutes a single term. However, the statement implies he served for only one year, which is not explicitly stated as false, but the duration of his presidency is a single term.
Steve Scully has never held a teaching position at a university.
Answer: False
Explanation: Steve Scully has held multiple academic teaching roles, including adjunct faculty positions and the Amos P. Hostetter Chair at the University of Denver.
Steve Scully held the Amos P. Hostetter Chair at Northwestern University.
Answer: False
Explanation: The Amos P. Hostetter Chair that Steve Scully held was at the University of Denver and Cable Center, not Northwestern University.
The distance learning course taught by Steve Scully at the University of Denver was only broadcast on C-SPAN.
Answer: False
Explanation: The distance learning course was delivered via cable television connections and online streaming, and was broadcast on C-SPAN and C-SPAN3, but not exclusively on C-SPAN.
Steve Scully continued teaching his University of Denver course until 2015.
Answer: False
Explanation: Steve Scully concluded his teaching engagement for the University of Denver course in 2011.
Steve Scully received an honorary degree from Gannon University in May 2025.
Answer: True
Explanation: In May 2025, Steve Scully was awarded an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree from Gannon University.
Politico described Steve Scully's journalistic style as biased.
Answer: False
Explanation: Politico recognized Steve Scully for his 'evenhandedness' in his journalistic approach.
Steve Scully received the Fitzwater Center for Communications Award in 2009.
Answer: True
Explanation: Steve Scully received the Fitzwater Center for Communications Award in 2009 for his exemplary work in journalism and public service.
The Washingtonian magazine recognized Steve Scully as one of the capital's 'Top Journalists' in 2009.
Answer: True
Explanation: In 2009, The Washingtonian magazine named Steve Scully as one of the capital's '50 Top Journalists'.
John Oliver nicknamed Steve Scully 'The Most Annoying Man on Television' due to his interviewing style.
Answer: False
Explanation: Comedian John Oliver actually referred to Steve Scully as 'The Most Patient Man on Television' on his program *Last Week Tonight*, citing Scully's willingness to engage with callers who presented unconventional viewpoints.
Steve Scully was inducted into the Pennsylvania Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame in 2019.
Answer: True
Explanation: Steve Scully was inducted into the Pennsylvania Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame in the year 2019.
Steve Scully's oral history is documented at The Cable Center.
Answer: True
Explanation: The oral history collection at The Cable Center documents Steve Scully's extensive career experiences in broadcast journalism and public policy.
For what duration did Steve Scully serve on the Executive Board of the White House Correspondents' Association?
Answer: Nine years
Explanation: Steve Scully dedicated nine years of service to the Executive Board of the White House Correspondents' Association.
What was Steve Scully's specific title during his tenure as president of the White House Correspondents' Association?
Answer: President
Explanation: During his service to the White House Correspondents' Association, Steve Scully held the title of President.
Which of the following is not cited as an academic teaching position held by Steve Scully?
Answer: Dean of the Medill School of Journalism
Explanation: While Steve Scully has held numerous teaching positions, including adjunct faculty roles and the Amos P. Hostetter Chair, he is not mentioned as having served as Dean of the Medill School of Journalism.
At which academic institution did Steve Scully hold the Amos P. Hostetter Chair?
Answer: The Cable Center at the University of Denver
Explanation: Steve Scully held the Amos P. Hostetter Chair at the University of Denver and Cable Center.
What delivery methods were employed for Steve Scully's distance learning course at the University of Denver?
Answer: Via cable TV connection and online streaming
Explanation: The course was delivered through a combination of cable television connections and online streaming, reaching students across multiple institutions.
Until which academic year did Steve Scully continue to teach his course at the University of Denver?
Answer: 2011
Explanation: Steve Scully concluded his teaching engagement for the University of Denver course in 2011.
For which characteristic of his journalistic methodology was Steve Scully acknowledged by Politico?
Answer: Evenhandedness
Explanation: Politico recognized Steve Scully for his 'evenhandedness' in his journalistic approach.
In 2009, what accolade was bestowed upon Steve Scully in recognition of his contributions to journalism and public service?
Answer: The Fitzwater Center for Communications Award
Explanation: Steve Scully received the Fitzwater Center for Communications Award in 2009 for his exemplary work in journalism and public service.
What specific appellation did comedian John Oliver assign to Steve Scully during an episode of *Last Week Tonight*?
Answer: The Most Patient Man on Television
Explanation: John Oliver referred to Steve Scully as 'The Most Patient Man on Television' on his program *Last Week Tonight*.
In what year did Steve Scully receive induction into the Pennsylvania Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame?
Answer: 2019
Explanation: Steve Scully was inducted into the Pennsylvania Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame in the year 2019.
What subject matter is documented within Steve Scully's oral history archived at The Cable Center?
Answer: His career experiences in broadcast journalism and public policy.
Explanation: The oral history collection at The Cable Center documents Steve Scully's extensive career experiences in broadcast journalism and public policy.
Steve Scully's father, Hubert L. Scully, was also a prominent figure in broadcast journalism.
Answer: True
Explanation: The source material identifies Hubert L. "Hoot" Scully as Steve Scully's father, indicating his prominence in the field.
Steve Scully was one of sixteen children born into his family.
Answer: True
Explanation: Steve Scully was indeed the 14th of 16 children, a notable aspect of his large family structure.
Steve Scully's mother frequently accompanied him to White House Correspondents' Association dinners.
Answer: True
Explanation: His mother accompanied him to these events during the presidencies of Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, and Barack Obama, until her death.
Steve Scully and his wife have six children.
Answer: False
Explanation: Steve and Katie Scully are parents to four children.
Steve Scully's daughter Carolyn died from a long-term illness.
Answer: False
Explanation: Carolyn Scully succumbed to sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), which is not typically classified as a long-term illness.
Steve Scully supports organizations focused on SIDS research and awareness.
Answer: True
Explanation: Steve Scully serves on the board of the CJ Foundation for SIDS and supports First Candle, both organizations dedicated to SIDS research and awareness.
Steve Scully's wife, Kathryn, also works for C-SPAN.
Answer: False
Explanation: While Kathryn R. "Katie" Scully is Steve Scully's wife, the provided source material does not state that she works for C-SPAN.
When and in which location was Steve Scully born?
Answer: Erie, Pennsylvania
Explanation: Steve Scully was born on September 17, 1960, in Erie, Pennsylvania.
How many siblings comprised Steve Scully's family?
Answer: 15
Explanation: Steve Scully was one of 16 children, meaning he had 15 siblings.
During the presidential administrations of which leaders did Steve Scully's mother frequently accompany him to White House Correspondents' Association dinners?
Answer: Clinton, G.W. Bush, Obama
Explanation: His mother accompanied him to these events during the presidencies of Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, and Barack Obama.
What is the total number of children fathered by Steve and mothered by Katie Scully?
Answer: Four
Explanation: Steve and Katie Scully are parents to four children.
What was the medically determined cause of death for Steve Scully's daughter, Carolyn?
Answer: Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
Explanation: Carolyn Scully succumbed to sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).
Steve Scully actively contributes to the board of which foundation dedicated to SIDS research and awareness?
Answer: CJ Foundation for SIDS
Explanation: Steve Scully serves on the board of the CJ Foundation for SIDS, an organization focused on funding research into sudden infant death syndrome.
What is the full name of Steve Scully's spouse?
Answer: Kathryn R. "Katie" Scully
Explanation: Steve Scully's wife is named Kathryn R. "Katie" Scully.
Steve Scully was placed on leave by C-SPAN due to admitting he misled people about his Twitter feed being hacked.
Answer: True
Explanation: Steve Scully was placed on leave after admitting to misleading statements regarding his Twitter feed being hacked.
Steve Scully had never claimed his Twitter account was hacked before the 2020 incident.
Answer: False
Explanation: According to Politico's reporting, Steve Scully had previously claimed his Twitter account was hacked on at least two occasions before the 2020 incident.
Steve Scully left C-SPAN in July 2021 to pursue a career in politics.
Answer: False
Explanation: Steve Scully departed C-SPAN in July 2021 as a result of a company-wide buy-out offer, a measure implemented in response to declining cable television subscriptions, not to pursue a career in politics.
Steve Scully's Twitter exchange that led to scrutiny involved Anthony Scaramucci.
Answer: True
Explanation: The exchange that led to scrutiny of Steve Scully's Twitter account was with Anthony Scaramucci.
What specific incident precipitated Steve Scully's placement on temporary paid leave by C-SPAN in October 2020?
Answer: Misleading statements about his Twitter feed being hacked
Explanation: Steve Scully was placed on leave after admitting to misleading statements regarding his Twitter feed being hacked.
As reported by Politico, on how many occasions prior to 2020 did Steve Scully assert that his Twitter account had been compromised?
Answer: Twice
Explanation: According to Politico's reporting, Steve Scully had previously claimed his Twitter account was hacked on at least two occasions before the 2020 incident.
What was the stated reason for Steve Scully's departure from C-SPAN in July 2021?
Answer: A company-wide buy-out offer due to declining subscriptions.
Explanation: Steve Scully departed C-SPAN in July 2021 as a result of a company-wide buy-out offer, a measure implemented in response to declining cable television subscriptions.
With which specific individual did Steve Scully engage in a Twitter exchange that subsequently drew scrutiny?
Answer: Anthony Scaramucci
Explanation: The exchange that led to scrutiny of Steve Scully's Twitter account was with Anthony Scaramucci.
Steve Scully began guest hosting on SiriusXM before his departure from C-SPAN.
Answer: False
Explanation: Steve Scully began guest hosting a show on SiriusXM in December 2021, which was after his departure from C-SPAN in July 2021.
Steve Scully's current SiriusXM show is called "The Briefing" and airs on the POTUS channel.
Answer: True
Explanation: His current SiriusXM program is titled 'The Briefing with Steve Scully' and is broadcast on the SiriusXM POTUS 124 channel.
Steve Scully's show "The Briefing" airs on the SiriusXM POTUS 124 channel.
Answer: True
Explanation: The program "The Briefing with Steve Scully" is broadcast on the SiriusXM POTUS 124 channel.
Which of the following is NOT enumerated among Steve Scully's current professional affiliations as presented in the source material?
Answer: Former Political Editor at C-SPAN
Explanation: While Steve Scully held the role of Political Editor at C-SPAN, this is a past position. His current affiliations include hosting 'The Briefing,' serving as SVP at the Bipartisan Policy Center, and being a Senior Fellow at USC Annenberg, among others.
In which year did Steve Scully commence guest hosting a program on SiriusXM?
Answer: 2021
Explanation: Steve Scully began guest hosting a show on SiriusXM in December 2021.
What is the title of Steve Scully's current program broadcast on SiriusXM?
Answer: The Briefing with Steve Scully
Explanation: His current SiriusXM program is titled 'The Briefing with Steve Scully'.
On which specific SiriusXM channel is Steve Scully's program, "The Briefing," broadcast?
Answer: SiriusXM POTUS 124
Explanation: The program "The Briefing with Steve Scully" is broadcast on the SiriusXM POTUS 124 channel.