    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1993, Book II)]
    [August 27, 1993]
    [Page 1400]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Nomination for Ambassador to Norway
    August 27, 1993

        The President today announced his intention to nominate Thomas A.
    Loftus to be the U.S. Ambassador to Norway. Mr. Loftus is the director
    of WisKids Count and served in the Wisconsin State Legislature for 14
    years, including 8 years as its speaker.
        ``I am pleased today to announce my intention to nominate Tom Loftus
    as the Ambassador to Norway,'' said the President. ``Tom will bring to
    this position the same energy and commitment to public service that
    characterized his leadership in the Wisconsin Assembly. He will
    strengthen our already strong ties with the Government of Norway and
    will serve this Nation with pride.''

    Note: A biography of the nominee was made available by the Office of the
    Press Secretary.