John Glenn: “I rise today to speak on behalf of the nomination of M. Larry Lawrence to be U.S. Ambassador to Switzerland. I have…”

“I rise today to speak on behalf of the nomination of M. Larry Lawrence to be U.S. Ambassador to Switzerland. I have known Larry Lawrence for over a decade. I know him to be an individual of personal integrity and I respect him for his considerable business development and management skills. I also know that Larry has had a life-long interest in foreign policy, as evidenced by his 25 year association with the San Diego World Affairs Council, of which he is a founding member. In addition, these days business experience such as Larry's will be a considerable asset, as U.S. posts abroad are taking a more active role in promoting U.S. commercial interests. But most importantly, because of his long association with President Clinton, he enjoys the full and complete confidence of the President, a very important plus for any high level appointee. In the absence of any disqualifying factors, I believe the President should have his choice. And given my long acquaintance with Larry Lawrence, I am confident there are no such factors. With every expectation that Larry Lawrence will bring all of his considerable talents and energy to representing our country's interest in Switzerland, I recommend Larry Lawrence's confirmation without reservation.”