    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1994, Book II)]
    [October 4, 1994]
    [Page 1696]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Nomination for the Defense Base Closure and Realignment Commission
    October 4, 1994

        The President today intends to nominate Alan Dixon, former U.S.
    Senator of Illinois, to be Chairman of the Defense Base Closure and
    Realignment Commission.
        ``I am pleased to nominate Alan Dixon to the Defense Base Closure
    and Realignment Commission. His record of dedicated public service,
    extensive background in defense matters, and tested leadership will
    contribute greatly to the valuable work of this Commission,'' the
    President said. ``I look forward to his confirmation.''

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