Happy St. Patty's Day! Today, President Obama announced his plans to appoint Dan Rooney as the next U.S. Ambassador to Ireland. Rooney is the co-founder of the Ireland Funds; a fundraising network to help people of Irish descent.
Rooney, a lifelong Republican proved to be an invaluable asset to the Obama campaign as his support over Hillary Clinton and John McCain helped Obama carry the heavily contested battleground state.
Following Pittsburgh's victory over Arizona in this year's Super Bowl, Rooney presented President Obama with a game ball.
Rooney has been leading the Pittsburgh Steelers organization since he took over from his father in 1975. The Rooney family has owned the Steelers since the teams creation in 1933. In that time, the Steelers have won 6 Super Bowls; more than any team in the league.
Dan Rooney knew the Kennedy's and has met other Presidents, but says he has never been closer to a President than he is to Barack Obama. Congrats Dan. Another achievement for your trophy case in addition to the NFL Hall of Fame induction and 6 world championships.
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