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Statement by Secretary Gutierrez 0n October’s Employment Report

Washington (Nov. 7)—U.S. Secretary of Commerce Carlos M. Gutierrez today released the following statement on the October Employment Report, which showed that the unemployment rate is 6.5 percent: “Today’s report reflects the effect of the distressed credit markets on our economy and is disappointing for many families throughout our country. We strongly believe that any American who wants to work should be able to find and keep a good job.” (More)

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“Commerce Helps Freedom and Freedom Helps Commerce,” Gutierrez Says of Administration’s Accomplishments in Spreading Freedom and Democracy

Washington (Nov. 6)—Secretary of Commerce Carlos M. Gutierrez spoke at the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars about the Bush Administration’s achievements in spreading freedom and democracy through commerce. From Iraq to Afghanistan, to Georgia and throughout Latin America, where entrepreneurs, free enterprise and innovators flourish, so does creativity, prosperity and increasingly freedom. “Free trade agreements work. They work for both sides…[and] probably the single biggest example that I can think of for commerce to make a difference is for Congress to approve the free trade agreement with Colombia,” Secretary Gutierrez said. (Remarks)

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Secretary Gutierrez Ensures Smooth Commerce Transition

Washington (Nov. 6)—U.S. Commerce Secretary Carlos M. Gutierrez issued the following statement on the transition: “The Department of Commerce welcomes members of the new Administration and we look forward to working with them to ensure a seamless transition. We have taken a series of important steps to ensure that the incoming team quickly understands the Department’s ongoing work and has immediate access to necessary resources. We are committed to ensuring that the Department continues to serve the American people with the highest level of efficiency and professionalism.” (More) (Fact Sheet)
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November 7, 2008
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