"The Department of Commerce plays a critical role in nurturing innovation, expanding global markets, protecting and managing our ocean fisheries, and fostering economic growth," said Secretary-designate Locke. "The Department of Commerce can and will help create the jobs and the economic vitality our nation needs."
Wall Street Journal (2/25, McKinnon) – Mr. Locke, a Democrat, is viewed as generally business-friendly and pro-trade. He is likely to provide a sympathetic ear to multinational firms in the administration. He also is regarded as a skilled and experienced strategist when it comes to domestic economic-development projects.
Environment News Service (2/26) – Obama's Latest Choice for Commerce a Proven Conservationist: As governor, Locke was one of the first to enact regulations to limit climate change, citing the absence of a Bush administration policy to combat global warming. In May 2005 Locke signed regulations into law requiring new power plants that burn fossil fuels to offset 20 percent of their carbon dioxide emissions… As governor, Locke was in step with the National Governors Association on a wide range of environmental issues.
Thursday, February 26, 2009
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