[Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents Volume 44, Number 39 (Monday, October 6, 2008)]
[Page 1290]
[Online from the Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

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Statement on Senate Confirmation of James Jeffrey as the United States 
Ambassador to Turkey

October 2, 2008

    I am pleased that the Senate confirmed Jim Jeffrey to be the United 
States Ambassador to Turkey. Jim is a man of intellect, integrity, and 
commitment. His work as my Deputy National Security Adviser, as United 
States Ambassador to Albania, and in three previous assignments to 
Turkey make him superbly qualified to represent the United States to our 
friend and NATO ally.
    I thank Jim for his continued service to our Nation and congratulate 
him and his family on today's confirmation.