[Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents Volume 32, Number 23 (Monday, June 10, 1996)]
[Pages 998-999]
[Online from the Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

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Statement on the Nomination for Chief of Naval Operations

June 5, 1996

    I am pleased to nominate Admiral Jay L. Johnson, U.S. Navy, to be 
Chief of Naval Operations.
    Admiral Johnson currently serves as the Vice Chief of Naval 
Operations. He brings to the job of Chief of Naval Operations a dynamic 
vision of the Navy's future, a wealth of operational experience, a 
decisive leadership style and a deep regard for America's sailors.
    During his distinguished career, Admiral Johnson completed two 
combat cruises in Vietnam and served as the Deputy Commander of 
Operation Restore Democracy and Uphold Democracy in Haiti. As Commander 
Second Fleet, he significantly improved the effectiveness of our forces 
in both multiservice and multinational operations. As Assistant Chief of 
Naval Personnel, he oversaw the career development of the officer and 
enlisted community during the challenging post-cold war drawdown.
    Admiral Johnson assumes the post of Chief of Naval Operations with 
the full trust and confidence of the Navy community at a crucial time in 
its history. I will depend upon him to continue Admiral Mike Boorda's 
high standards and demanding goals for the Navy. With Admiral Johnson at 
the helm, I am con- 

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fident that our Navy will continue to protect and advance our Nation's 
freedom and security.