06/13/2003
https://www.presidency.ucsb.edu...
"With Carlos's leadership, we'll help more Americans, especially minorities and women, to start and grow their own small business."
"He will be a strong, principled voice for American business and an inspiration to millions of men and women who dream of a better life in our country."
"Steve Friedman has been a trusted adviser and vital member of my economic team."
"A national emergency has existed since September 11, 2001, which now includes Operation Enduring Freedom (in Afghanistan) and Operation Iraqi Freedom."