Political Strategist Steve Schmidt Honored in NPHS Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

Steve Schmidt (center), class of 1988,  was inducted in the NPHS Hall of Fame in the Government and Politics category.   He's shown here with North Plainfield School Superintendent Dr. Marilyn Birnbaum and former North Plainfield Mayor Steve Novak.  Schmidt is a heavyweight in national politics and appears frequently on national television.  He served as a senior advisor to Sen. Jon McCain's presidential campaign.  He also worked as Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger's campaign manager.  Schmidt also served as Deputy Assistant to President George Bush as well as Counselor to the Vice-President.