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On the recordFebruary 2, 2010
Here is a letter from the Long Island Forum for Technology. It says: With a strong record of achievement and leadership, Patricia Smith has been an outstanding Commissioner of the NYS Department of Labor. With her vision and her energy, we believe she will make an outstanding addition to the U.S. Department of Labor's leadership team and we urge her earliest confirmation. It is signed by the president of the Long Island Forum for Technology. I ask unanimous consent that it be printed in the Record. There being no objection, the material was ordered to be printed in the Record, as follows: Long Island Forum for Technology, Bay Shore, NY, August 21, 2009. Re Nomination of M. Patricia Smith, U.S. Department of Labor Solicitor. Hon. Michael B. Enzi, U.S. Senate, Senate Russell Office Building, Washington, DC. Dear Senator Enzi: As the President of the Long Island Forum for Technology I am writing in support of the nomination of Ms, Patricia Smith for the position of Solicitor General at the United States Department of Labor. Founded in the 1970's, LIFT is a not-for-profit organization whose focus is on technology-driven economic development throughout the Long Island region. Our success is evidenced by the recognition and responsibilities conferred on us by our partners in the State and Federal Government including: LIFT serves as the U.S.…
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