06/01/1987
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"I know that Bill, like his predecessor, Malcolm Baldrige, understands the importance of expanding international markets, maintaining our competitiveness, and enhancing our export capability."
"I have every confidence that Bill will ably pursue the policies this administration has developed over the past 6 1/2 years."
"I urge the Congress to revisit this issue now that the development of comprehensive financial reform is at the top of the legislative agenda."
"I am pleased to announce my intention to nominate C. William Verity, Jr., as Secretary of Commerce."