Caroline Nash, 89, a microbiologist and researcher May 7, 2009
Her son, Nathaniel, died in 1996, in an airplane crash in Croatia, along with more than 30 other people, including US Secretary of Commerce Ronald Brown. In addition to her husband of 60 years and her daughter, Mrs. Nash leaves a brother, George Barker Jr. of North Andover, and five grandchildren. (Boston Globe)
Speaker leaves IWU graduates to ponder meaning of wealth, power May 4, 2009
He served as Secretary of the Kansas Department of Administration from 2003 to 2005 and as Secretary of Commerce from 2005 to 2007. Fricke commended the IWU faculty as outstanding. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Feds declare salmon disaster May 3, 2009
The decision today by the Secretary of Commerce comes at an important time for Oregon s fishing communities and I appreciate the quick response to this critical request. Hundreds of thousands of fall Chinook salmon typically return to the Sacramento River every year to spawn. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
Federal plan will help with 2010 budget May 1, 2009
Judd Gregg had taken the Secretary of Commerce post offered by Obama. Jefferson County Congressman Spencer Bachus is now the senior member of our state s congressional delegation. (Atmore Advance, AL)
Stimulus seen as manna Apr 30, 2009
Judd Gregg had taken the Secretary of Commerce post offered by Obama. Steve Flowers is a political columnist who served 16 years in the State Legislature. (Brewton Standard, AL)
NCAA report: College sports spending keeps skyrocketing Apr 30, 2009
Co-author Jonathan Orszag, an economist who once served on President Clinton's National Economic Council and as assistant to the Secretary of Commerce, says there are instances in which big salaries for coaches prove to be sound investments. But "on aggregate," he says, that's not the case. (USA Today -- Sports)
'WE ARE OFF TO A GOOD START. BUT IT IS JUST A START'... Apr 30, 2009
" -- The Oklahoman, 4/23 27. By releasing the torture memos, Obama opened American citizens up to international tribunals. A UN lawyer said the US is obliged to prosecute lawyers who drafted the memos or else violate the Geneva Conventions. 28. In their first meeting, British Prime Minister Gordon Brown gave Obama a carved ornamental penholder from the timbers of the anti-slavery ship HMS Gannet. Obama gave him 25 DVDs that don't work in Europe. 29. TIM CARNEY ON: PICKING BILL RICHARDSON AS... (The Drudge Report)
Legislation in works to name U.S. cyberczar Apr 19, 2009
-- The secretary of Commerce to develop or coordinate and integrate a national licensing, certification and periodic recertification program for cybersecurity professionals. Beginning three years after the date this law is enacted, it shall be unlawful for any individual who is not licensed and certified under the program to provide cybersecurity services to any federal agency. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
Her job: Chart North Carolina'scourse through troubled waters Apr 18, 2009
I would believe that whomever had been governor and whomever had been the secretary of commerce would understand that green is gold for North Carolina. Pages: 1. (Raleigh Triangle Business Journal, NC)
Governor Leaving for International Trip Apr 18, 2009
The governor will be joined on the trip by first lady Anne Holton and Virginia Secretary of Commerce and Trade Patrick Gottschalk. It is Kaine's fifth overseas marketing mission. (WTVR.com, VA)
DeKalb County Wind Farm to be State's Largest Apr 17, 2009
Vice-President Joe Biden and Secretary of Commerce Gary Locke will attend the event along with DeKalb County officials. "The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act gave Wind Capital Group and our investors the confidence to proceed with what will be the largest wind farm in the state of Missouri," Tom Carnahan, president of Wind Capital Group, said in a statement. (Cameron Observer, MO)
A different kind of green Apr 14, 2009
N.C. Secretary of Commerce Keith Crisco announced the energy industry is already in the state s cross hairs. Rogers spoke, as did Charlotte Mayor Pat McCrory. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)
READERS WRITE Apr 10, 2009
Let s take a moment to honor fallen U.S. Secretary of Commerce Ron Brown. While world attention has been focused on President Obama and the G-20 wrestling with the global financial crisis, let s take a moment to honor fallen U.S. Secretary of Commerce Ron Brown and the corporate leaders and staff who died in an airplane crash in Croatia, April 3, 1996. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Verizon's Michael McKeehan Named to NTIA's Online Safety and Technology Working Group Formed to Provide a Safe Environment for Children Using the Internet Apr 8, 2009
The group, established by the Protecting Children in the 21st Century Act, will report to the assistant secretary of commerce for communications and information and to Congress on industry efforts to promote a safe online environment for children. "Verizon, which serves millions of broadband connections across the country, has a long-standing commitment to Internet safety," said McKeehan. (PR Newswire)
Capitol Hill's New Role of Tax Collector Apr 5, 2009
There was the former Democratic presidential candidate who decided to withdraw his nomination for secretary of commerce when someone told him that his pending grand jury investigation might not look good during his confirmation hearings. That would be Bill Richardson, who is the governor of New Mexico and was ambassador to the United Nations during the Clinton administration. (Human Events Online)
Alumna recounts push for equality Apr 3, 2009
Among her many accomplishments, she served as the public director of 14 companies and was the 29th Secretary of Commerce for President George H.W. Bush. Many of the audience members knew Franklin personally before her speech, either from work or her time at Penn State. (Daily Collegian, PA)
'Sharply to the Left' Apr 2, 2009
You had agreed to be his secretary of Commerce, and then that didn't quite -- you pulled out. Why did you agree, if you saw this sort of on the horizon that you have such a difference in policy. (Fox News)
U.S. Commerce Secretary to Officially Open Broadband Nation Exhibit at The 2009 Cable Show Apr 1, 2009
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Honorable Gary Locke, the newly confirmed U.S. Secretary of Commerce will participate in a brief ceremony on Wednesday, April 1 at 3:00 PM to officially open The 2009 Cable Shows Broadband Nation exhibit and full exhibition floor ... The Honorable Gary Locke, U.S. Secretary of Commerce. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Sen. Gregg: U.S. Heading to 'Banana Republic' Mar 26, 2009
And you just can't afford that, said Gregg, R-N.H, who was Obamas choice for secretary of commerce before he withdrew his name over what he described as philosophical differences. We get up to -- it's a technical term, but we get up to a public debt ratio to GDP of 80 percent, which is about twice what most people think is sustainable. (Newsmax)
Senate approves former Wash. governor for Commerce Mar 25, 2009
toledoone wrote on Mar 24, 2009 10:22 PM:" Oh My! Really? Gary Lock? Secretary of Commerce? Oh My! ". Have something to say about this story. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Debate Begins on Obama Budget Mar 25, 2009
President Obama s first choice as his Secretary of Commerce, Sen. Judd Gregg (R-N.H.), issued a warning at a press conference yesterday that if America continues on the financial course of out-of-control spending set by the Obama administration, we will end up with a banana republic-type of fiscal system. (Human Events Online)
Toy guns can present a real threat for kids, law enforcement Mar 24, 2009
The 1988 "Federal Toy Gun Law" prohibits manufacturers from selling imitation firearms unless there is a blaze orange plug in the barrel or a marking designated by the Secretary of Commerce, however the law is difficult to enforce and kids will often times remove the blaze orange caps or paint them black to resemble real guns. Boone police are still trying to figure out where the replica M-16 rifle toys were obtained. (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
Commerce gets BuySC initiative Mar 23, 2009
We are happy that Dr. Russell chose to entrust the Department of Commerce with this initiative, Secretary of Commerce Joe Taylor said. The Technical College System has been extremely involved in assisting the state s new and existing business communities through the readySC program and through our colleges continuing education and credit courses. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
U.S. Government Offers 'How-To' Help for Businesses Looking to Export Mar 21, 2009
"Exports make an important contribution to the U.S. economy, and A Basic Guide to Exporting will help additional businesses profit by going global," said Michelle O'Neill, acting under the secretary of commerce for international trade. "More than 70 percent of the world's purchasing power is beyond our borders.". (PR Newswire)
Concord Coalition Says That New CBO Numbers Demonstrate the High Cost of Abandoning PAYGO Mar 21, 2009
Former U.S. Senators Warren Rudman (R-NH) and Bob Kerrey (D-NE) serve as Concord's co-chairs and former Secretary of Commerce Peter Peterson serves as president. For Graph See. (PR Newswire)
Alva mayor named to Commerce committee Mar 21, 2009
Chaffee s group working under the Secretary of Commerce and Tourism will specifically focus on economic development and workforce issues. The working group s first meeting will be Wednesday, March 25. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
It's Unanimous: Senate Commerce Committee Okays Locke As Commerce Secretary Mar 20, 2009
As expected, the Senate Commerce Committee Thursday voted to approve former Washington State Governor Gary Locke as the next Secretary of Commerce ... "I am pleased to see Governor Gary Locke's confirmation move forward to be our nation's 36th Secretary of Commerce. I urge quick action by the full Senate," said Commerce Committee chairman Jay Rockefeller (D-W, Va. (Multichannel News)
Last call for arcane drinking laws in Utah Mar 20, 2009
The foundation for this year's changes was laid in 2004, when Republican Jon Huntsman, a former deputy assistant secretary of commerce, was elected governor. Huntsman, a Mormon, got an earful from tourism officials about the liquor laws. (AZCentral -- News)
Senate confirms nominee from OSU (46) Mar 20, 2009
In addition to her administrative duties, Lubchenco will provide advice on marine and climate issues to the president and the secretary of commerce. Echoing Obama s recent remarks on federal funding for stem cell research, Lubchenco said science, not politics, will guide the agency as it confronts global warming, declining fisheries and forecasting natural disasters, The Associated Press reported. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Blog: Reporter Scott MacFarlane, Covering Locke Confirmation Hearings Mar 19, 2009
Locke would be the 36th Secretary of Commerce. The chairman of the committee, Sen. (KIRO TV, WA)
3rd Commerce nominee pledges to save jobs Mar 19, 2009
Secretary of Commerce nominee Gary Locke, Barack Obama's thirdchoice to run the Commerce Department, could face tough questioning about his connections to trade with China. . (MSNBC -- Politics)
White House computer chief reinstated after raid Mar 18, 2009
Before becoming the city's chief technology officer, Kundra had been an assistant secretary of commerce and technology in Virginia and president of a technology consulting company. He holds a master degree in information technology from the University of Maryland, and may have been a student when arrested in 1996. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Thailand's exports slide for fourth month Mar 18, 2009
7 billion, Permanent Secretary of Commerce Ministry Siripol Yodmuangcharoen said Wednesday. Thailand's economy, the second-largest in Southeast Asia after Indonesia, is extremely dependent on exports, which account for nearly 70 percent of gross domestic product. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
U.S. starts to ease restrictions on Cuba Mar 14, 2009
The institution, co-chaired by the then Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and Secretary of Commerce Carlos Gutierrez, was apparently designed to support dissents and opposition parties in Cuba. Before his departure from the White House, Bush warned time and again that U.S. sanctions against Cuba would remain in force until dictator Fidel Castro takes "meaningful" step to bring about freedom, rule of law and respect for human rights. (Xinhuanet, China)
Lubchenco nomination clears hurdle Mar 13, 2009
In the new position, besides giving direction to the agency, she would serve as a key scientific adviser on marine and climate issues to the secretary of commerce. The nominations of Holdren and Lubchenco had been delayed by holds placed by at least one senator. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Nominee withdraws, blames Israel lobby Mar 12, 2009
It also follows several other withdrawals by prominent nominees, including two candidates for secretary of commerce - the New Mexico governor, Bill Richardson, and a Republican senator, Judd Gregg - and President Barack Obama's first choice for the important health portfolio, Tom Daschle. These withdrawals involved investigations about political fund-raising, or the failure to pay tax. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
A Moment in Oregon History Mar 12, 2009
After an international career as an engineer and mining expert he returned to the United States and became Secretary of Commerce. In 1929 this man, who had grown up in Newberg and attended school there, became the 33rd president of the United States. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Palm Beach Ponders Competitive Bids as Charged Official Negotiated Favors Mar 11, 2009
That was four days after New Mexico Governor removed his name from consideration as U.S. secretary of commerce amid a federal grand jury investigation into whether his chief of staff helped a political contributor win bond work in the state. The probes, along with a broader federal examination of how municipal issuers reinvest proceeds from bond sales, spurred a former top regulator, , to call for more openness when public agencies go to market. (Bloomberg)
Politics and the Fairness Doctrine Mar 7, 2009
In his book "The Good Guys, The Bad Guys, and the First Amendment," former CBS president Fred Friendly quoted Bill Ruder, an assistant secretary of commerce under President Johnson: "Our massive strategy was to use the Fairness Doctrine to challenge and harass right-wing broadcasters and hope that the challenges would be so costly to them that they would be inhibited and decide it was too expensive to continue." President Richard Nixon instructed his staff to use the doctrine as a whip against... (Boston Globe)
Obama names Kundra for top tech job Mar 6, 2009
Obama names Vivek Kundra as Fed Chief Information Officer-US-World-The Times of India. Obama names Vivek Kundra as Fed Chief Information Officer. (India Times, India)
D.C.'s Vivek Kundra named federal CIO Mar 6, 2009
Before serving in the District, Virginia Gov. Timothy Kaine named him assistant secretary of commerce and technology, the first dual cabinet role in the state s history. In the private sector, Kundra was vice president of marketing for Evincible Software, a company focused on electronic signatures and identity management for the financial services and defense sectors, and as chief executive officer of Creostar he advised government and industry clients on IT governance and strategy. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Obama Names Federal CIO Mar 6, 2009
Before becoming CTO of Washington, D.C., Kundra served as Assistant Secretary of Commerce and Technology for the state of Virginia, where his role was to use technology to maximize government efficiency and business opportunities in the state--for instance, by developing a dashboard that used business intelligence to increase citizen participation in state procurement. He also assembled the largest United States trade delegation ever to visit India. (CBS News)
Landrieu, Snowe Call for Improved Coordination Between Federal Agencies' Manufacturers Assistance Programs Mar 5, 2009
and Ranking Member Olympia J. Snowe, R-Maine, today wrote to Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis, Acting Secretary of Commerce Otto J. Wolff and Small Business Administration Acting Administrator Darryl K. Hairston asking them to improve coordination between their agencies' programs designed to help manufacturers hit hard by the economic crisis. "During these tough economic times, it is critical that our nation's Federal Departments and Agencies work in unison to address the needs of small and... (PR Newswire)
Trollers want disaster leftovers (2) Mar 4, 2009
Oregon Salmon Commission adviser Paul Heikkila said that as soon as the Pacific Fishery Management Council sets the season, in April, the industry needs to push for another disaster declaration from the U.S. Secretary of Commerce, likely former Washington Gov. Gary Locke. Washington and Oregon trollers fishing north of Cape Falcon, near Manzanita, likely will have a season this year, so Washington shouldn t require disaster assistance. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Sun Printing expanding West Columbia plant Mar 4, 2009
S.C. Secretary of Commerce Joe Taylor said, The company s decision to expand its operations in our state is another sign that our pro-business climate and strong workforce are working to attract investment and help existing businesses grow even during these difficult economic times. Central SC Alliance Chairman Jim Apple said, Sun Printing has a long history in the central South Carolina region, and we appreciate their continued commitment to the Palmetto State. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
A Goldwater Republican Goes For Obama As GOP Tent Shrinks Mar 3, 2009
(The Cabinet member I advised Secretary of Commerce Maurice Stans was charged with a Watergate crime but acquitted by a District of Columbia jury. I campaigned again for Nixon in 1972, serving on the Nebraska executive committee of the Committee to Re-Elect the President (the infamous CREEP). (Nebraska Statepaper)
Gregg aided former base as he invested there Feb 28, 2009
"My decision to withdraw my nomination to be secretary of commerce was made solely due to differences in political ideology with the administration and the concern that I could not properly serve the president in his Cabinet with full support for his initiatives at all times due to these differences," Gregg said in his statement Friday. "To somehow imply anything else is totally false.". (Concord Monitor)
Misstating the Constitution Feb 27, 2009
The result has been intense frustration among Washington's inhabitants, who have to bear the same burdens as other Americans -- paying taxes, being subject to military conscription, enduring life without a secretary of commerce -- but have no say on such matters in Congress. They are entitled to elect a House delegate who enjoys the same prerogatives as other members -- except the power to vote on floor legislation. (Townhall.com)
Locke's a great fit for Commerce post Feb 27, 2009
Association of Washington Business President Don C. Brunnel greeted word of Obama s newest Cabinet nominee with a statement Wednesday saying, The nomination of Gary Locke as secretary of Commerce is good for Washington and good for our country. We agree. (Longview Daily News, WA)
MSNBC Host Says 'Oh God' Before Republican Reponse... Feb 26, 2009
President Obama announced Gary Locke as his pick for Secretary of Commerce. Locke. (The Drudge Report)
Northwest picks up a seat at Cabinet table Feb 26, 2009
"Selfishly, the Northwest couldn't have hoped for a better secretary of Commerce," said Walter H. Evans III, an international trade lawyer at Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt in Portland and Washington, D.C. "He is a fellow who will be thinking of Asia first, and that's very good for the three West Coast states.". Evans noted that Locke was governor during the violent protests that trashed Seattle during a 1999 World Trade Organization meeting. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
NALEO Looks to Senate Confirmation Process to Learn More About Commerce Secretary-Designate Locke's Plans for Census Feb 26, 2009
LOS ANGELES, Feb. 25 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO) issued the following statement today regarding President Obama's nomination of Gary Locke to serve as Secretary of Commerce. "The National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO) urges the U.S. Senate to work expeditiously on the nomination of former Governor Gary Locke to serve as Secretary of Commerce. NALEO looks forward to learning about Governor... (PR Newswire)
Obama Introduces Commerce Pick Locke Feb 26, 2009
Today, I'm pleased to announce that I'm filling out my economic team with a man who shares that vision, and who will play a key role in carrying it out as my Secretary of Commerce: Governor Gary Locke ... Ladies and gentlemen, I want to introduce to you an outstanding public servant, somebody I'm certain will be a great Secretary of Commerce, Gary Locke ... I'm truly humbled and honored to be asked to join your economic team and to serve as Secretary of Commerce. (CBS News)
* Gary Locke tipped to be Commerce Department chief Feb 25, 2009
He would make an outstanding secretary of Commerce, said Representative Norm Dicks, a fellow Democrat from Washington. While governor he became known for boosting trade with China and Taiwan. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Chinese American likely Obama commerce pick Feb 24, 2009
WASHINGTON, Feb. 23 (Xinhua) -- Gary Locke, the first Chinese-American to have headed a state government, was U.S. President Barack Obama's likely third choice for secretary of commerce, U.S. media reported Monday ... While the secretary of commerce is not regarded as one of the top-tier power posts in the U.S. Cabinet, he could serve as a voice for the globalists in the new administration. (Xinhuanet, China)
The Obama Cabinet is a CEO black hole Feb 20, 2009
After the implosion of Obama s picks for Secretary of Commerce and Secretary of Health and Human Services, the president has two remaining chances to place a high ranking corporate executive in the Cabinet. But so far, he s shown little inclination to do so: His first two selections for Commerce were a governor (Bill Richardson of New Mexico) and a senator (Judd Gregg of New Hampshire). (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Hudson: Lets stop the bipartisan tug of war Feb 20, 2009
This bipartisan meltdown happened just days after Republican Senator Judd Gregg backed out of his commitment to become President Obama s Secretary of Commerce. In his words: it just became clear to me that it would be very difficult, day in and day out, to serve in this cabinet To be fair, Democrats didn t help matters much when the original House bill they offered was largely written by just one very liberal representative from Wisconsin, with essentially zero Republican input. (Dover Sherborn Tab, MA)
Top 10 Confirmation Snafus Feb 20, 2009
President Obama s nominees for secretary of Commerce (Bill Richardson) and Health and Human Services (Tom Daschle) withdrew before their confirmation hearings ... Lewis L. Strauss as secretary of Commerce but Strauss faced opposition on ideological grounds and personal animosity from Senate Commerce Committee Chairman Clinton P. Anderson (D.-N.M.). (Human Events Online)
Star-bucking the trend: New plant shows willingness to invest Feb 20, 2009
South Carolina Secretary of Commerce Joe Taylor noted the global economic impact of a single coffee bean as it moves from the grower to the retailer. We take almost for granted what a facility like this means, he said. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
NetWork Kansas adds board member Feb 19, 2009
He has demonstrated his commitment to helping communities grow sustainable businesses and a thriving local economy, said David Kerr, Kansas secretary of commerce, in a written statement. His experience managing commercial and agricultural-loan portfolios and supporting entrepreneurs will contribute greatly to the growth of NetWork Kansas initiatives. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
Thailand's exports plunge amid global downturn Feb 19, 2009
5 billion, Permanent Secretary of Commerce Ministry Siripol Yodmuangcharoen said Thursday. The contraction in exports was the biggest since January 1997 and follows a 14. (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
Dems Are Stacking the Deck Feb 19, 2009
That could explain the Democrats' multi-pronged attempt to stack the electoral deck in their favor, an approach that includes President Obama's decision to politicize the Census Bureau by placing the Bureau under the direct control of White House Chief of Staff Rahm Emmanuel instead of the Secretary of Commerce ... The third ace is transferring direct control of the Census Bureau from the Secretary of Commerce to the White House, which means. (Human Events Online)
FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK -- Heeding Washingtons call Feb 19, 2009
secretary of commerce ... Quick, who was the most recent secretary of commerce ... So from what I see, there could only be one thing standing between me and a press conference announcing me as the next, next, next nominee for secretary of commerce. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Kulongoski ends service of fisheries adviser Feb 18, 2009
The governor will nominate three people for the spot, and the U.S. Secretary of Commerce will choose among them. mole wrote on Feb 17, 2009 12:37 PM:" He should be for NO GROUP,just on the fishes side !!! PRO-FISH !!! ". (Longview Daily News, WA)
Richardson wants campaign contribution ban Feb 17, 2009
Richardson withdrew his name from consideration as the U.S. Secretary of Commerce in January due to a federal grand jury investigation that is looking into any connections between financial firms who got state contracts and donations they made to political action committees and Richardson s re-election campaign. Reader Comments. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
