[Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1994, Book II)]
[December 22, 1994]
[Page 2200]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]



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Nomination for Ambassador to Israel
December 22, 1994

    The President today announced his intention to nominate Martin Indyk 
as Ambassador to Israel.
    ``I am proud to nominate Martin to this vital post,'' the President 
said. ``I am confident his extensive background and experience in the 
region as well as his commitment to furthering the peace process and the 
role he has played as my adviser on these issues will serve to promote 
American interests in the Middle East.''

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