White House Salutes Television's 'The West Wing’s' 25th Anniversary

Jill Biden pays tribute to the creators for inspiring others to serve.

First Lady Dr. Jill Biden speaks alongside actor Martin Sheen during an event to mark the 25th anniversary of the television series The West Wing in the Rose Garden at the White House in Washington, DC, on Friday. (Photo by SAMUEL CORUM/AFP via Getty Images)

Twenty-five years ago a television series about the good in government first riveted viewers for seven seasons. On Friday, First Lady Dr. Jill Biden saluted the work of the creators, cast and crew of the politically idealistic drama The West Wing from the Rose Garden where they celebrated the program’s 25th anniversary.

In attendance from the series included Aaron Sorkin, creator and executive producer; Thomas Schlamme, director and executive producer; Martin Sheen, Richard Schiff, Dulé Hill, Janel Moloney, Emily Procter, Melissa Fitzgerald and Mary McCormack.

President Joe Biden was away hosting the leaders of Australia, India, and Japan in Delaware, the Dr. Biden noted.

The first lady, an educator herself, drew specific attention to…