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Obama Appoints New Administration Posts

January 17, 2013 By WHC Insider

President Obama made five new appointments spanning science, art and culture last night. The full release below.

Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to appoint the following individuals to key Administration posts:

  • Vinton G. Cerf – Member, National Science Board, National Science Foundation
  • Marta Araoz de la Torre – Member, Cultural Property Advisory Committee
  • Michael Graves – Member, Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board
  • Laurie Leshin – Member, Advisory Board of the National Air and Space Museum
  • Lynne Sebastian – Member, Advisory Council on Historic Preservation
  • President Obama said, “These fine public servants both bring a depth of experience and tremendous dedication to their new roles. Our nation will be well-served by these individuals, and I look forward to working with them in the months and years to come.”

    Filed Under: DC, News, The White House Tagged With: Laurie Leshin, Lynne Sebastian, Marta Araoz de la Torre, Michael Graves, Press Releases, Vinton G. Cerf

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