Despite his disinterest in revisiting his past work, Sorkin is more than aware of his show’s impact on current and future leaders, but never intended to use “The West Wing” as a soap box or some kind of recruiting device. Nevertheless, he’s touched by the effect it’s had on others.

"I just got a couple of ideas for episodes just walking around the White House," Sorkin said. Welcome back to the Bartlet administration. The cast and crew of The West Wing reunited to celebrate the show's 25th anniversary at the White House,