I encourage all Americans to learn more about the history of Caribbean Americans and their contributions to our Nation.

I appreciate his leadership in working with the United Nations so we can get the AU forces blue-helmeted as quickly as possible.

We talked about our common commitment to help end the genocide in Darfur.

I look forward to seeing you in St. Petersburg, Russia, where we can continue our discussions.

David H. Laufman, of Texas, to be Inspector General, Department of Defense, vice Joseph E. Schmitz, resigned.

Charles Darwin Snelling, of Pennsylvania, to be a Member of the Board of Directors of the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority for a term expiring May 30, 2012. (Reappointment)

It's good to have you here.

Charles D. Nottingham, of Virginia, to be a Member of the Surface Transportation Board for a term expiring December 31, 2010, vice Roger P. Nober, term expired.

The people of America respect your country and appreciate our close ties.

During Caribbean-American Heritage Month, we celebrate the great contributions of Caribbean Americans to the fabric of our Nation.

During the month of June, we also honor the friendship between the United States and the Caribbean countries.