Posted by toto on January 03, 2001 at 15:56:49:
FOR IMMEDIATE PRESS RELEASE Contact: 202-986-9330
January 2, 2000
NaFFAA Applauds Mineta Appointment
The National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA),
joined other Asian Pacific American organizations in applauding
President-elect George W. Bush's choice of Norm Mineta as Secretary of
Transportation.
'We are delighted that someone with Secretary Mineta's experience
and qualification is offered an opportunity to continue serving in the
cabinet of the next administration,' said Joe Montano, NaFFAA Executive
Director. 'Secretary Mineta's long record of excellent public service to
this country is a source of pride for all Americans. He is highly respected
by Democrats, Republicans and Independents alike. With his appointment, he
brings to this job rich insights and perspectives as an American of Asian
ancestry, thus enhancing diversity not only in the Department of
Transportation but in the Bush administration as a whole.'
NaFFAA, a national organization representing the interests of 3 million
Filipinos and Filipino Americans across the nation, urged the Senate to
confirm Secretary Mineta promptly.
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National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA)
1444 N St NW, Washington, DC 20005 Phone: 202 986 9330 Fax: 202 986 9332
Email: naffaa@naffaa.org http://www.naffaa.org