[Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George H. W. Bush (1992, Book I)] [February 27, 1992] [Pages 346-347] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]Statement by Press Secretary Fitzwater on the Confirmation of Barbara Franklin as Secretary of Commerce February 27, 1992 The President is delighted that the United States Senate voted overwhelmingly to confirm Barbara Franklin as Secretary of Commerce. As Secretary of Commerce, Barbara Franklin will be a leader in the administration's drive to create jobs, increase economic growth, and keep America at her competitive best in the global market [[Page 347]] place. Secretary of Commerce Franklin will work closely with Congress, business leaders, and organizations to ensure that the Nation's business and commerce needs are served in the most productive manner as we move into the 21st century.