Clinton nominates Greenspan to third term as Fed chairman; Rivlin tapped for number-two post
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Pres Clinton asked Alan Greenspan to remain as chairman of the Federal Reserve Board and nominated Alice M. Rivlin and Laurence H. Meyer to fill two vacancies on the board of governors. The Senate is likely to confirm the nominations, as all the nominees have conservative economic philosophies.
Publication Name: Facts on File
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0014-6641
Year: 1996
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Clinton convenes timber summit
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Pres Clinton Apr 2, 1993, met in Portland, OR, with timber industry officials, environmentalists and other interested parties to discuss the problems arising from the suspension of logging on federal lands to protect northern spotted owl habitat. Clinton promised to seek a balanced solution.
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Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0014-6641
Year: 1993
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Clinton visits Washington, D.C
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Pres-elect Clinton visited Pres Bush at the White House and reportedly discussed foreign policy. Clinton also met with congressional leaders from both parties and has talked with Jesse Jackson and former Pres Reagan.
Publication Name: Facts on File
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0014-6641
Year: 1992
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