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On the recordMay 30, 2011
John will be an important part of my economic team, working with the business community, fostering growth, and helping open up new markets abroad to promote jobs and opportunities here at home.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

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Press Release - President Obama Announces Intent to Nominate John Bryson as U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary

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