First of all, it was not a full-time position. I was only acting chair for one year. I know for sure that I was recommended the first time through an independent committee, and I'm not sure why I was only made acting chair.
In terms of the second process, the same process was repeated approximately nine months after the election. I was not appointed the second time. I did not tell the press I had been recommended twice; I have no proof of having been recommended the second time.