    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1995, Book I)]
    [May 5, 1995]
    [Page 646]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Nomination for Archivist of the United States
    May 5, 1995

        The President today announced his nomination of former Kansas
    Governor John Carlin as the Archivist of the United States at the
    National Archives and Records Administration.
        ``John Carlin will provide necessary leadership in terms of managing
    the institution, providing fiscal responsibility, and performing the
    important cultural and historical responsibilities,'' the President
    said. ``He is an experienced leader with proven commitment to
    preservation, access, and use of Government records. I am confident his
    sharp communication skills as well as his experience working with
    Congress and balancing budgets will provide the skilled management the
    Archives needs during these challenging times.''

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