    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1993, Book II)]
    [September 7, 1993]
    [Page 1448]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

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    Statement on Senate Action Confirming Joycelyn Elders as
    Surgeon General
    September 7, 1993

        I am extremely pleased and gratified by the Senate's action today in
    confirming Dr. Joycelyn Elders as the Nation's next Surgeon General. Dr.
    Elders has consistently demonstrated a high level of intellect, courage,
    and wisdom in dealing with the wide range of health and social problems
    facing our country. Her dedication to improving the lives of all
    Americans, especially the children of America, won her the strong
    backing of a bipartisan majority of the Senate. I look forward to
    working with her in confronting the pressing issues facing the public
    health of our Nation.
        I am especially grateful to Senator Kennedy for his steady
    leadership during the Labor and Human Resources Committee's
    consideration of Dr. Elders' nomination. Senator Kennedy's dedication to
    this nominee was extraordinary.