[Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1993, Book I)] [June 15, 1993] [Pages 858-859] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]Nomination for Ambassador to Italy June 15, 1993 The President today announced his intention to nominate Reginald Bartholomew, a senior Foreign Service officer with the rank of Career Minister, to the post of Ambassador to Italy. ``Reg Bartholomew has served our country ably in several ambassadorial positions and many [[Page 859]] other challenging assignments,'' said the President. ``I have full confidence in his ability to maintain our strong relationship with Italy, an important ally whose friendship America highly values.'' Note: A biography of the nominee was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary.