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Domestic Finance have never had the opportunity to
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Oval Office.
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2) re Sally Atwater's letter.
BUSH LIBRARY PHOTOCOPY GEORGE BUSH HANDWRITING
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FROM THE PRESIDENT
THE WHITE HOUSE
OFFICE OF THE PRESS SECRETARY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 17, 1992
The President today declared a major disaster exists in the
Republic of the Marshall Islands and ordered Federal aid to
supplement state and local recovery efforts in the area struck by
Typhoon Gay on November 17-18, 1992, (Republic Time Zone).
The President's action makes Federal funding available to affected
individuals and local governments on Ailuk, Aur, Bikini, Enewetak,
Likiep, Utirik, Wotho, Wotje, Maloelap, and Ujelang Atolls and
Mejit Island.
Assistance can include temporary housing, grants, low-cost loans to
cover uninsured property losses, and other programs to help
individuals and business owners recover from the effects of the
disaster.
Federal funding also is available to eligible local governments on
a cost-sharing basis for the repair or replacement of public
facilities damaged by the typhoon.
Wallace E. Stickney, director of the Federal Emergency Management
Agency (FEMA), named A. Roy Kite of FEMA's regional office in San
Francisco, California to coordinate Federal recovery operations in
the affected area.
The Agency said that damage surveys are continuing in other areas,
and additional islands or atolls may be added after the assessments
are completed.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: FEMA (202) 646-4600.
THE WHITE HOUSE
Office of the Press Secretary
Embargoed for Release
December 17, 1992
Until December 18, 1992
The President today recognized the volunteers of TeenAdvisors of
Columbus, Georgia, as the 987th Daily Point of Light for the
Nation. The teen volunteers raise awareness of the dangers of
drug and alcohol abuse among their peers.
Established in 1987, TeenAdvisors consists of 125 students from
Pacelli High School who deliver weekly presentations to local
junior high and high school freshmen, discussing topics of
concern such as peer pressure, relationships with parents, risks
of drug and alcohol use, and consequences of premarital sex.
Each Pacelli freshman has the opportunity to be matched with an
upperclass TeenAdvisor for the duration of the school year.
Currently, 92 are involved.
TeenAdvisors establish mentoring relationships with their young
friends and serve as positive role models, counteracting peer
pressure to drink and use drugs. Every volunteer must sign a
contract pledging to abstain from drug or alcohol use for the
remainder of the school year. Nearly half the senior class has
done SO. School surveys indicate that, since the program began
five years ago, there has been a significant decrease in student
drinking and drug use.
In addition to their direct work with students, TeenAdvisors host
a Parents Night four times a year. These events enable them to
talk with adults about the problems, choices, and concerns that
worry teenagers and affect family relationships.
The President salutes the volunteers of TeenAdvisors for
exemplifying his belief that, "From now on in America, any
definition of a successful life must include serving others."
###
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Miah Homstad or Karen Barnes
(202) 456-6266
MATERIALS FORWARDED TO THE PRESIDENT
December 17, 1992
ACTION
1. Presidential Determination re Authority for Assistance to
Refugees, Displaced Persons and Conflict Victims from and
within the Former Yugoslavia.
2. Thank you for Service Letters to Ambassadors Evelyn Teegen;
Richard Stone; Michael Sotirhos; Richard Miles; Christopher
Ross; Michael Armacost; Donald Ensenat; Bruce Gelb; Philip
Hughes; Sally Novetzke; Thomas Simons; Charles Thomas; David
Swartz; Ints Silins; Richard Solomon; John Negroponte Thomas
Pickering; Robert Pelletreau, Jr.; William Rugh.
3. Gray Memo re Proposed Waiver Concerning Passport
Investigations.
4. Response to David Jacobsen re Granting Pardons.
5. Recess Appointments: Defense Base Closure Commission;
Chairman, ACUS; Legal Services Corporation; Interstaet
Commerce Commission; Asst. Sec. of Transportation for Public
Affairs; International Joint Commission -- U.S. & Canada;
Federal Energy Regulatory Comm.; Nat'l Security Education
Board; American Indian and Alaskan Native Culture and Arts
Development Boards.
6. Disaster Declaration for Connecticut.
7. Personnel Selection -- John Robert Longenecker to be
transition manager of the U.S. Enrichment Corporation.
CLASSIFIED
1. Telephone Call to President Salinas of Mexico and Prime
Minister Mulroney of Canada.
2. Telephone Call to President Masire of Botswana.
INFORMATION
1. T.Scully memo re Governor Voinovich's call and Ohio's
Medicaid Problems.
REMARKS
1. NAFTA Signing -- Cards.
SCHEDULE
1. And accompanying briefing papers.
Mr. President:
The football is undervalue -- do you want to give it to Vic Gold?
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THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
December 17, 1992
1 DEC 17 P2: 55
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
FROM:
C. BOYDEN GRAY SMG
COUNSEL TO THE PRESIDENT
SUBJECT:
Proposed waiver concerning passport investigations
Because last month I began employment discussions with my former
law firm, I executed a recusal statement on November 24 in which
I disqualified myself from any particular matter in which the law
firm of Wilmer, Cutler & Pickering has a financial interest, such
as where it represents a client in that particular matter. As
you may know, Jim Baker has retained Lloyd Cutler to represent
him in the passport investigations. Therefore, I have recused
myself from participating in the passport matters, and John
Schmitz has handled these matters for the Counsel's Office
without my involvement or knowledge.
If you would like me to be involved in these matters to provide
you with advice and counsel as you may deem necessary or
appropriate, you may grant me a waiver under 18 U.S.C. 208 (b) (1),
on your judgment that my financial interest in the passport
investigations (resulting from my future employment prospects
with Wilmer, Cutler & Pickering) is not so substantial as to be
deemed likely to affect the integrity of the services which the
Government may expect from me. I would continue to refrain from
any discussion with Lloyd Cutler or any other Wilmer attorney
concerning these matters.
VGB
Waiver approved. 12-17
Waiver denied.
Discuss (any discussion should be with John Schmitz)
claily 12/17
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
12 DEC17 All : 02
December 17, 1992
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
FROM:
CONSTANCE HORNER
NICHOLAS E. CALIO
OHC
C. BOYDEN GRAY my
SUBJECT:
Recess Appointments
We propose you make a limited number of recess appointments The
recommendations below are divided into two categories: "strongly
recommend" for reasons of policy and governance and "recommend"
should you choose to expand upon the first category. There are,
to our knowledge, no particular congressional objections to any
of the people we are recommending.
strongly Recommend
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Defense Base Closure Commission. We need to nominate
this commission, which you have already approved, on
January 3 because if there is no commission nominated
by January 25, the statute closes the commission
function down. In other words, there could be no
defense base closure recommendations unless and until
the Congress re-authorized the commission. The people
you've selected understand this. We recommend that you
also recess appoint this Board. We have worked very
carefully with Dick Cheney to put it together. It
includes two people recommended to us by George
Mitchell. If we fail to recess appoint, there will be
only two Republicans (out of eight) on the Commission -
- those appointed by Senator Dole and Congressman
Michel -- and our nominees would sit in limbo for as
many months as it took the incoming Administration to
make its nominations. The appointments are term
appointments lasting until the end of the first session
of the 103rd Congress.
APPROVE
DISAPPROVE
Chairman, Administrative Conference of the United
States. The acting chairman (who is vice-chairman) is
on detail from Justice and will leave on January 20.
Therefore, there will be no one available at ACUS to
serve in an acting capacity. To prevent a vacancy in
both (and the only) leadership posts, we recommend a
recess appointment of your nominee, Brian Griffin, who
is currently Deputy Assistant Attorney for Tax at the
Department of Justice. The Chairman serves a five-
year term.
APPROVE
GB/
DISAPPROVE
Legal Services Corporation. This board has been
appointed only by recess in your administration.
Therefore, recess appointments will not be
controversial -- it's expected. Norm Shumway's term
has expired, and we need to recess re-appoint him to
insure a working majority of people with your policy
orientation until the next Administration makes its
appointments.
APPROVE
GB/
DISAPPROVE
(In addition, Guy Molinari would like to resign his
membership on the board to have more time for local
politics. Would you consider asking him to stay on?) -(
me
arring!) arthis
Interstate Commerce Commission. The resignation of
Commissioner Ed Emmett in November leaves a potential
deadlock on the I.C.C., with two Republican and two
Democratic Commissioners. There are a number of
proposed rules of significance to your deregulatory
initiative ready to be voted on over the next several
months. Chairman Ed Philbin recommends a recess
appointment to fill the Emmett vacancy. We propose a
very strong member of the White House staff with a
transportation background, Greg Walden of Boyden Gray's
staff. Walden has expressed a commitment, as ethics
lawyer, to assuring an ethical execution of White House
decisions until the end of your Administration.
Therefore, we would recommend he be recess-appointed
APPROVE
immediately before GO// the inauguration.
DISAPPROVE
National Labor Relations Board. You will be receiving
a separate memo on NLRB recess appointments.
Recommend
Assistant Secretary of Transportation for Public
Affairs. Andy Card recommends Steve Hart be recess
appointed to this position so that he may hold the full
title, however briefly. He has been nominated and has
served as Acting Assistant Secretary; he did long and
hard work in Florida with Andy throughout the Hurricane
Andrew recovery CB// effort.
APPROVE
DISAPPROVE
International Joint Commission - U.S. and Canada. Bob
Goodwin resigned from this commission to take the New
Zealand ambassadorship. You sent me a note asking that
we reappoint him via recess, and I recommend we do SO.
APPROVE CP//
DISAPPROVE
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. Martin Allday
has recommended that we recess appoint Bill Liedtke to
the Commission. We have no objection if you wish to do
APPROVE SO. CP/
DISAPPROVE
National Security Education Board. This new board has
a trust fund of $140,000,000 (from the Intell budget)
to use in supporting grants and scholarships for
foreign language and area studies. These first
appointees will shape future spending -- that is,
they'll decide what's important -- by how they write
the rules. Because of this, and the need not to lose a
year of funding the program, we recommend you recess
appoint your nominees: Steven Mueller, William Pitts,
and Richard Stoltz. This board has a four-year term.
APPROVE GS//
DISAPPROVE
American Indian and Alaskan Native Culture and Arts
Development Board You had recommended Marian Chambers
for this board. We would plan to nominate her January
3 and then do a recess appointment.
APPROVE
CB/
DISAPPROVE
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
Dear David:
Thank you for your letter recommending that all
individuals indicted or convicted in connection
with the Iran-Contra investigation be pardoned.
I have shared your letter with the Attorney General
and my Counsel, Boyden Gray, who advise me on all
clemency matters.
Thank you for writing, and I hope you have a
wonderful Christmas and a joyous New Year.
Sincerely,
GoBl
Banbara jouis
me in miley you best - your in the the future us
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Mr. David Jacobsen
Apartment 146
16211 Parkside Lane
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Huntington Beach, California 92647
Congress of the United States
Jones of Representatives
Robert E. Bornan
CALIFORNIA
December 9, 1992
The President
The White House
Washington, D.C. 20500
Dear Mr. President:
Enclosed you will find a letter to you from
our mutual friend David Jacobsen. David asked me
to forward his letter directly to you for your
personal attention.
I would very much appreciate if you would
respond directly to David.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Best regards,
Bob
Robert K. Dornan
U.S. Congressman
12/11/92 Phil:
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suitable
November 16, 1992
President George Bush
The White House
Washington D.C.
Dear President Bush:
I was one of the Americans held hostage in Lebanon. The
purpose of this letter is to ask you to pardon all
individuals indicted and/or convicted by the special
prosecutor Lawrence E Walsh Granting pardons would be the
right thing to do It would confirm your commitment to
justice It would be an appropriate final act of political
courage
President Ford" decision regarding President Nixon is proof
of the healing effects of pardons The most positive legacy
of your administration could be the ending of the
criminalization of policy disputes Pardons would stop the
endless self-reinforcing prosecutions based on political
mistrust. I would think President elect Clinton would be
happy to have one less problem and to start his counter-
terrorism policy with a clean slate The pardons would
quickly become old news and the media would look for other
dragons posing as windmills
Freedom brought another form of bondage for many of us which
in some ways is far more painful than being held hostage by
terrorists. My joy of freedom was tarnished by the special
prosecutor's humiliation and brutalization of patriotic
Americans and their families who did their best to free all
of the hostages. Careers, reputations, personal finances
and innocent families have been indiscriminately ruined. It
is time to end the scandal politics of mistrust, media
cynicism and irresponsible speculation.
Indirectly, Special Prosecutor Walsh and his pack of young
lawyers have given great comfort to international terrorists
in Iran, Lebanon, Syria, Iraq and Libya. Their actions
encouraged terrorists to mock our great nation and the
deaths of 241 US Marines, PanAm passengers, William Buckley,
Peter Kilburn, Robert Stethem; Charles Hegna, William
Stanford, Alec Collett and William Higgins.
With kind regards,
David Jawbsen
David Jacobsen
16211 Parkside Lane #146
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
TEL: 714-842-2707
12-17-92
Just in over the
President's
personal fax from
Ed Lawson.
December 16, 1992
Dear Mr. President:
My brother Gone is currently Acting Chairman of Eximbank, and I
hope you can give him a recess appointment as Chairman as soon a
possible. His paperwork is all done.
An immediate recess appointment would be extremely helpful for two
reasons:
(3) It would strengthen his authority in dealing with the
Russians to conclude the $2 billion oil and gas framework agreement
he has been working on for 9 months: and
(2) Gene will be leaving the Administration next year to be
the President of the nowly formed U.S. - Russian Business Council
that Jack Murphy and Bob Strause have just established, and the
Council will get off to a better start if Gene is Chairman of the
Bank.
with my deepost thanks and warmest regards,
Ed
Have sens reply swelling souone policy
out
Mr. President:
Dc
Per Connie Horner's office,
they do not plan to have a
recess appointment for
Eugene Lawson.
Do you wish to pursue this or
our
would you like a letter prepared
for Ed Lawson explaining that
it's not going to happen?
The Pres ashed we to
etc. etc.- CB
reply to your FAX -
(self-typed)
THE PRESIDENT
December 17, 1992
Dear Don:
That memo you sent Jim Cicconi on Nov. 24th
was excellent and most helpful.
On another subject, George W. told me of
his good conversation with you yesterday. I
am pleased about the prospects and look
forward to the visit that will be scheduled
after the New Year rings in.
Have a Merry one!
Cy Tal
FROM
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON, D.C.
The Honorable Don W. Wilson
Archivist
National Archives
7th and Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20408
November 24, 1992
To: Jim Cicconi
Ins. Print FYI
From: Don Wilson
Historical Perspective of Presidential Transition Activities
In the final weeks of 1952, as a Democratic President prepared to
vacate the premises to a Republican successor, the White House was
a place of barely controlled chaos. When asked about his future
plans, Harry Truman spoke simply and bluntly that he didn't have
any. In this he differed little from either his predessors or
later successors for whom the transition was a conflicting blur of
unfinished business, appeals to posterity, and on occasion,
political triumph large or small.
While George Washington issued his famous farewell address which
provided future generations with a roadmap to follow, John Adams
had a considerably more personal approach to the transition. The
first President to give way to a member of the opposition, Adams
told his son that he was content to go into private life. "Be not
concerned for me," he wrote, "I feel my shoulders relieved from a
burden. The short remainder of my days will be the happiest of my
life.' As it turned out, the "short remainder" lasted a quarter of
a century, during which Adams' prophecy of personal happiness was
largely fulfilled. We would wish no less for President Bush as he
finishes out his term of office.
The purpose of this brief historical paper is not to review all
presidential transitions, but rather concentrate on a few of the
most recent Presidents' activities in the weeks between election
day and the inauguration of a new President. Generally, there is
little to indicate that Presidents' Carter and Reagan did anything
beyond the ordinary in their transition period except that both
continued to direct legislation; they continued to work on the
budget; and both of their State of the Union addresses were less
than forceful. Jimmy Carter and Ronald Reagan delivered their
farewell address on television. Lyndon Johnson and Gerald Ford,
having spent much of their careers on Capitol Hill, chose Congress
as a natural setting to say goodbye. President Johnson made no
major speeches or policy pronouncements during his transition
period. He did make a number of farewell appearances, which were
noteworthy mainly for their nostalgic tone.
Even while vacationing in Vail, President Ford worked on a budget
for FY 1978 in the hope of incorporating spending restraints. He
also presented the Medal of Freedom to Henry Kissinger and Donald
Rumsfeld (and the National Security Medal to then CIA director
George Bush). To cheer up the First Lady the President organized
a surprise party at the White House the night of January 15, 1977,
complete with the Marine Band and a hundred guests hidden away in
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the East Room. On inauguration day the Ford's hosted a farewell
breakfast with senior staff. All in all, though, there were few
policy pronouncements.
The major exception to a low -profile President during a transition
period was President Eisenhower. During those weeks, President
Eisenhower continued to try to secure passage of legislation
sponsored by the administration. However, he did make a concerted
effort, albeit not personal, to work with the Kennedy team,
particularly in foreign affairs. Later Kennedy often conferred
with Eisenhower on those matters and one must assume it was because
Kennedy had learned to respect Eisenhower's knowledge of nuclear
diplomacy.
Eisenhower's break of diplomatic relations with Cuba was certainly
one of the strongest foreign policy stands a transition President
could have taken. He also made economic moves based on his own
beliefs and not those of Kennedy. Vacationing in Augusta, Georgia,
after JFK's election, Eisenhower devoted considerable time to the
next budget, telling an aide, "I'm going to insist on a balanced
budget no matter what Kennedy says he wants. And if he feels
otherwise he will have to declare himself. There just won't be
enough money to pay for the already committed things and his new
ideas too,"
Of course the most memorable aspect of the Eisenhower transition
was the farewell address on January 17, 1961. The original idea
came from Norman Counsins, but it was Ike himself who wanted to
talk about the Cold War and the dangers inherent in a permanent
crisis atmosphere. While everyone remembers his warning about the
military-industural complex, an even more prophetic passage warned
of the dangers to American universities should the federal
government co-opt independent scholarship through government
contracts. He also warned of the longterm consequences of short-
term gratification: "We-you and I, and our government-must avoid
plundering, for our own ease and convenience, the precious
resources of tomorrow. We cannot mortgage the material assets of
our grandchildren without risking the loss also of their political
and spiritual heritage. We want democracy to survive for all
generations to come
In summary, from the historical perspective, Eisenhower had the
strongest transition period of any recent president. He continued
to act independently as president while at the same time keeping
the incoming president and his staff fully informed. In order to
highlight Eisenhower's active transition period a chronology is
attached.
Conclusion:
However they may have varied in background and outlook, American
Presidents have experienced the transition process in the spirit of
Calvin Coolidge, who near the end of his five years in the White
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House wrote these prophetic words: "It is necessary for the head of
a nation to differ with many people who are honest in their
opinions. As his term progresses, the number who are disappointed
accumulates. Finally, there is so large a body who have lost
confidence in him that he meets a rising opposition which makes his
efforts less effective. In the higher range of public service men
appear to come forward to do a certain duty. When it is performed,
their work is done We draw our Presidents from the people. It
is a wholesome thing for them to return to the people. I came from
them. I wish to be one of them again. "
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Eisenhower Chronology (Highlights)
November 9-23, 1960
Two weeks in Georgia golfing and hunting.
November 16, 1960
In response to Nicaragua and Guatemala
requests for U. S. to patrol their waters to protect against
further interference by Castro's government, Eisenhower dispatched
U.S. Navy air and surface units to the Caribbean to guard against
the landing of armed forces or supplies from Cuba.
November 16, 1960
President Eisenhower issues Executive Order
to all executive branches and departments to reduce foreign
spending to reduce gold drain. Prohibited U.S. Citizens from
owning gold abroad. He announced military dependents abroad would
be reduced by 50 percent over next three years. Asked Germany for
600 million to support U.S. forces there.
December 14, 1960
Representative of U.S. Canada, and 18
European countries sign a charter creating the organization for OECD
economic cooperation and development, replacing the old OEEC.
December 16, 1960
President Eisenhower announces reduction of
Cuba sugar quota to zero.
January 3, 1961
President Eisenhower announced u.S. had
covered relations with Cuba.
January 7, 1961
State Department white paper issued defending
U.S. aid to Laos to prevent communist takeover.
January 12, 1961
Last State of the Union Address.
January 16, 1961
Sends annual budget to Congress; holds stag
dinner for White House newsmen.
January 17, 1961
Signal Columbia River Basin Treaty with
Canada.
January 17, 1961
Farewell address.
January 18, 1961
Last press conference: recommends earlier
inaugurations of Presidents' to incoming President can better
coordinate with incoming Congress. President Eisenhower stated
that Presidents should be elected in October and take office in
November.
January 19, 1961
Last meeting as President with JFK.
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THE PRESIDENT
December 17, 1992
Dear Don:
That memo you sent Jim Cicconi on Nov. 24th
was excellent and most helpful.
On another subject, George W. told me of
his good conversation with you yesterday. I
am pleased about the prospects and look
forward to the visit that will be scheduled
after the New Year rings in.
Have a Merry one!
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/
THE PRESIDENT
December 17, 1992
Connie:
On Amtrak appointments, throw in the towel.
We are trying to avoid such nasty fights,
and this one is not just worth it as your
good memo indicates.
GB December 17, 1992
Gy Bul
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
2 DEC 16 A10: 31
December 16, 1992
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
FROM:
CONSTANCE HORNER
OH
ASSISTANT TO THE PRESIDENT
AND DIRECTOR OF PRESIDENTIAL PERSONNEL
SUBJECT:
AMTRAK Appointments
Andy Card, Jim Baker, and I discussed Amtrak appointments Monday
and reluctantly concur in the conclusion that it would be very
difficult, legally and therefore politically, for you to make the
two appointments theoretically available to you. We also agree
that if you were to make them, the policy and personnel outcome
would likely be negligible. (Andy can and will make his two
Secretarial appointments.) Our recommendation is based in part
on a preliminary opinion from Boyden's staff and OLC and in part
on an assessment of the likely Congressional reaction and ensuing
press coverage.
The statute providing for these appointments requires that you
make your selections from a list of five candidates provided by
the six regional commuter authorities. These authorities are not
currently under the political direction of people likely to
cooperate in the provision of lists containing candidates at all,
let alone candidates acceptable to you. The only apparent legal
option available to you is to assert a (problematic) supervening
Presidential authority to appoint. Such a tack would certainly
elicit adverse publicity and an immediate post-inaugural undoing
of the decision by Congress. In other words, all pain, no gain.
There are legal, as well as political, nuances to this issue
we've spent some time looking at. If you are interested in
exploring them, Andy and I will be happy to brief you, with a
view toward finding a way to proceed. But we do conclude that in
trying to make these appointments you would pay a price for small
if any advantage.
CC: James Baker, III
THE PRESIDENT
file
December 17, 1992
Connie:
On Amtrak appointments, throw in the towel.
We are trying to avoid such nasty fights,
and this one is not just worth it as your
good memo indicates.
GB December 17, 19921
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NAFTA SIGNING / THURSDAY, DECEMBER 17, 1992
ORGANIZATION OF THE AMERICAN STATES
U. S. TRADE REPRESENTATIVE, CARLA HILLS.
THE HONORABLE JULIUS KATZ. JAMES BAKER.
ACTING SECRETARY OF STATE, ARNOLD KANTER.
ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF STATE, BERNIE ARONSON.
GENERAL Scowcroft. SECRETARY GENERAL BAENA-
SOARES [BENA SOR EHZ].
- 2 -
MEXICAN AMBASSADOR TO THE UNITED STATES,
GUSTAVO PETRICIOLI. CANADIAN AMBASSADOR TO
THE UNITED STATES, DEREK H. BURNEY. CURRENT
AND FORMER MEMBERS OF THE CABINET. MEMBERS
OF CONGRESS AND THE SENATE.
THROUGHOUT HISTORY, THE DESTINY OF
NATIONS HAS OFTEN BEEN SHAPED BY CHANGE -- BY
THE THINGS THAT HAPPEN TO THEM.
- 3 -
THEN THERE ARE THOSE UNIQUE NATIONS WHO SHAPE
THEIR DESTINIES BY CHOICE -- BY THE THINGS
THAT THEY MAKE HAPPEN. THREE SUCH NATIONS
COME TOGETHER TODAY: MEXICO, CANADA, AND THE
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
BY SIGNING THE NORTH AMERICAN FREE TRADE
AGREEMENT, WE HAVE COMMITTED OURSELVES TO A
BETTER FUTURE -- FOR OUR CHILDREN AND FOR
GENERATIONS YET UNBORN.
- 4 -
THIS AGREEMENT WILL REMOVE BARRIERS TO TRADE
AND INVESTMENT ACROSS THE TWO LARGEST
UNDEFENDED BORDERS ON THE GLOBE -- AND LINK
THE U.S. IN A PERMANENT PARTNERSHIP OF GROWTH
WITH OUR FIRST AND THIRD LARGEST TRADE
PARTNERS.
- 5 -
THE PEACE AND FRIENDSHIP WE HAVE LONG ENJOYED
AS NEIGHBORS WILL NOW BE STRENGTHENED BY THE
EXPLOSION OF GROWTH AND TRADE LET LOOSE BY
THE COMBINED ENERGIES OF OUR 360 MILLION
CITIZENS TRADING FREELY ACROSS OUR BORDERS.
-
- 6 -
I WANT TO PAY A PERSONAL TRIBUTE TO MY
PARTNERS IN THIS ENDEAVOR -- TWO RARE AND
GIFTED LEADERS, AND TWO SPECIAL, VALUED
FRIENDS -- WITHOUT WHOSE COURAGE, LEADERSHIP,
AND VISION THIS DAY WOULD NOT HAVE COME.
- 7 -
WHEN THE HISTORY OF OUR ERA IS WRITTEN, IT
WILL BE SAID THAT THE CITIZENS OF ALL THE
AMERICAS WERE TRULY FORTUNATE THAT MEXICO AND
CANADA -- TWO GREAT NATIONS AND TWO PROUD
PEOPLES -- WERE LED BY PRESIDENT CARLOS
SALINAS AND PRIME MINISTER BRIAN MULRONEY.
- 8 -
FOR MEXICO ESPECIALLY, THE NAFTA IS A BOLD
UNDERTAKING, MADE POSSIBLE BY PRESIDENT
SALINAS' BRAVE REFORMS TO INVIGORATE THE
MEXICAN ECONOMY.
IT IS ESPECIALLY FITTING THAT AN AMERICAN
PRESIDENT SIGN THIS AGREEMENT IN THIS GREAT
HALL OF THE AMERICAS, THE HOME OF THE
ORGANIZATION OF AMERICAN STATES.
9
FOR THE NAFTA REPRESENTS THE FIRST GIANT STEP
TOWARDS FULFILLMENT OF A DREAM THAT HAS LONG
INSPIRED US ALL -- THE DREAM OF A HEMISPHERE
UNITED BY ECONOMIC COOPERATION AND FREE
COMPETITION.
10
BECAUSE OF WHAT WE HAVE BEGUN HERE TODAY, I
BELIEVE THE TIME WILL SOON COME WHEN TRADE IS
FREE FROM ALASKA TO ARGENTINA, WHEN EVERY
CITIZEN OF THE AMERICAS HAS THE OPPORTUNITY
TO SHARE IN NEW GROWTH AND EXPANDING
PROSPERITY. I HOPE AND TRUST THAT THE NORTH
AMERICAN FREE TRADE AREA CAN BE EXTENDED TO
CHILE AND OTHER WORTHY PARTNERS IN SOUTH
AMERICA, CENTRAL AMERICA, AND THE CARIBBEAN.
11
FREE TRADE THROUGHOUT THE AMERICAS IS AN
IDEA WHOSE TIME HAS COME. A NEW GENERATION
OF DEMOCRATIC LEADERS HAS STAKED ITS FUTURE
ON THAT PROMISE. UNDER THEIR LEADERSHIP, A
TIDE OF ECONOMIC REFORM AND TRADE
LIBERALIZATION IS TRANSFORMING THE
HEMISPHERE.
TODAY, AS A RESULT, THE HEMISPHERE IS
GROWING AGAIN.
12
FOR THE FIRST TIME IN YEARS MORE CAPITAL IS
FLOWING INTO THE AMERICAS FOR NEW INVESTMENT
THAN IS FLOWING OUT. EVERY MAJOR DEBTOR
NATION, FROM MEXICO TO ARGENTINA, HAS
NEGOTIATED A SUCCESSFUL AGREEMENT TO REDUCE
AND RESTRUCTURE ITS COMMERCIAL BANK DEBT
UNDER THE BRADY PLAN.
LET ME OFFER A BRIEF ASIDE ABOUT THE
BRADY PLAN.
13
I REMEMBER TELLING MY GOOD FRIEND, SECRETARY
NICK BRADY -- OKAY, WE'LL CALL IT THE BRADY
PLAN. BUT IF IT'S SUCCESSFUL, WE'RE GOING To
CALL IT THE BUSH PLAN. I THINK HISTORY WILL
SHOW THAT THE LEADERSHIP OF OUR DISTINGUISHED
TREASURY SECRETARY DID PAY OFF -- THE PLAN
HAS BEEN HIGHLY SUCCESSFUL. AND BY THE WAY,
THE NAME WILL ALWAYS BE -- AND SHOULD ALWAYS
BE -- THE BRADY PLAN.
14
UNDER THE ENTERPRISE FOR THE AMERICAS
INITIATIVE, MANY NATIONS -- JAMAICA, BOLIVIA,
CHILE, COLOMBIA, EL SALVADOR, URUGUAY -- HAVE
REDUCED, OR SHORTLY WILL REDUCE, THEIR
OFFICIAL DEBT WITH THE UNITED STATES.
THE INITIATIVE ALLOWS INTEREST PAYMENTS ON
OFFICIAL DEBT TO BE CHANNELED INTO TRUST
FUNDS THAT PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT AND
SUPPORT PROGRAMS FOR CHILD SURVIVAL.
15
To THOSE IN OTHER REGIONS STRUGGLING TO
REFORM STATIST ECONOMIES, LATIN AMERICA
SHINES AS A SOLID EXAMPLE OF HOPE THAT
HYPERINFLATION CAN BE TAMED, GROWTH CAN BE
REVITALIZED, AND NEW INVESTMENT AND TRADE CAN
ACCELERATE IF DEVELOPING NATIONS STAY THE
COURSE THROUGH THE DIFFICULT CHALLENGE OF
ECONOMIC RESTRUCTURING.
16
THESE PROFOUND ECONOMIC CHANGES ARE A
TRIBUTE TO A COURAGEOUS GROUP OF DEMOCRATIC
LEADERS IN LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN.
THEIR REVOLUTIONARY VISION HAS ALTERED
FOREVER THE FACE OF THE AMERICAS.
17
THEIR FRIENDSHIP AND COUNSEL HAVE BEEN
ENORMOUSLY GRATIFYING TO ME AS PRESIDENT.
BUT THESE PROFOUND CHANGES, ALONG WITH THE
NAFTA ITSELF, REFLECT A BROADER AND, I
BELIEVE, MORE FUNDAMENTAL CHANGE IN RELATIONS
BETWEEN THE UNITED STATES AND THE NATIONS OF
THIS HEMISPHERE.
18
FOR MANY DECADES, WE HAVE PROCLAIMED
AMBITIOUS GOALS FOR OURSELVES -- OF A GOOD
NEIGHBOR POLICY, OF AN ALLIANCE FOR PROGRESS,
OF A PARTNERSHIP BUILT ON MUTUAL RESPECT AND
SHARED RESPONSIBILITY. THOSE GOALS ARE
RAPIDLY BECOMING A REALITY.
19
My TALKS WITH THE HEMISPHERE'S LEADERS IN
RECENT WEEKS SHOW A STRONG CONSENSUS THAT
RELATIONS BETWEEN THE U.S. AND ITS NEIGHBORS
HAVE NEVER BEEN BETTER -- AND THAT THIS
DEVELOPMENT IS WORKING TO BENEFIT ALL OF OUR
PEOPLES.
I BELIEVE THAT IN THE FUTURE AMERICA'S
RELATIONS WITH LATIN AMERICA AND THE
CARIBBEAN WILL GROW EVEN STRONGER.
20
I WAS PLEASED TO HEAR PRESIDENT-ELECT CLINTON
AFFIRM THAT GOAL IN HIS REMARKS RECENTLY To
BOTH THE RIO GROUP AND TO THE CARIBBEAN-LATIN
AMERICA ACTION CONFERENCE.
THIS CENTURY'S EPIC STRUGGLE BETWEEN
TOTALITARIANISM AND DEMOCRACY IS OVER;
DEMOCRACY HAS PREVAILED.
21
TODAY, WE SEE UNFOLDING AROUND THE WORLD A
REVOLUTION OF HOPE AND COURAGE, PROPELLED BY
THE ASPIRATION OF ORDINARY PEOPLE FOR FREEDOM
AND A BETTER LIFE.
22
THE WORLD WILL LONG REMEMBER THE IMAGES OF
THAT STRUGGLE -- A CITIZEN OF BERLIN, SITTING
ATOP THE WALL, CHIPPING AWAY WITH HIS HAMMER
AND CHISEL; BORIS YELTSIN AND HIS FOLLOWERS
WAVING THE FLAG OF FREE RUSSIA, DEFYING THE
TANKS AND COUP PLOTTERS.
23
HERE, IN THIS HALL, IT IS WORTH
REMEMBERING THAT THOSE IMAGES WERE PRECEDED
BY A DEMOCRATIC REVOLUTION IN LATIN AMERICA.
No PEOPLE STRUGGLED FOR FREEDOM AGAINST
OPPRESSION MORE BRAVELY THAN THE PEOPLE OF
THIS HEMISPHERE. HERE, Too, IN THE AMERICAS
WE ARE CONSTRUCTING A HOPEFUL MODEL OF THE
NEW POST-COLD WAR WORLD OF WHICH WE DREAM.
24
THIS IS THE FIRST HEMISPHERE -- AND THE
OAS IS THE FIRST REGIONAL ORGANIZATION IN THE
WORLD -- TO TAKE ON, THROUGH THE SANTIAGO
DECLARATION, THE FORMAL, COLLECTIVE
RESPONSIBILITY TO DEFEND DEMOCRACY.
IN THIS HEMISPHERE, THE WEAPONS OF MASS
DESTRUCTION -- STRATEGIC MISSILES AS WELL AS
NUCLEAR, CHEMICAL AND BIOLOGICAL WEAPONS --
HAVE BEEN REJECTED VOLUNTARILY.
25
IN THIS HEMISPHERE, WE HAVE CREATED NEW
MODELS OF MULTILATERAL COOPERATION AND
SUCCESS IN RESOLVING THE CONFLICTS THAT HAVE
TORMENTED CENTRAL AMERICA. AND AS RECENT
PROOF OF THE PROGRESS WE'VE MADE, JUST TWO
DAYS AGO, WE CELEBRATED THE END OF WAR IN EL
SALVADOR.
26
IN THIS HEMISPHERE, WE HAVE FORGED A NEW
PARTNERSHIP TO DEFEAT THE GLOBAL MENACE OF
NARCO-TRAFFICKING.
STILL, WE ARE NOT SATISFIED. THE BIRTH
OF DEMOCRACY HAS RAISED EXPECTATIONS
THROUGHOUT THE AMERICAS; NOW DEMOCRACY MUST
DELIVER.
27
THE COMMUNICATIONS REVOLUTION HAS OPENED THE
EYES OF THIS HEMISPHERE'S CITIZENS TO THE
WIDER WORLD; WE ARE NO LONGER BLIND TO LIMITS
ON LEGITIMATE POLITICAL PARTICIPATION, TO
OFFICIAL CORRUPTION, OR TO ECONOMIC
FAVORITISM.
28
IF DEMOCRACY IS TO BE CONSOLIDATED, THE
GULFS THAT SEPARATE THE FEW WHO ARE VERY RICH
FROM THE MANY WHO ARE VERY POOR, THAT DIVIDE
CIVILIAN FROM MILITARY INSTITUTIONS, THAT
SPLIT CITIZENS OF EUROPEAN HERITAGE FROM
INDIGENOUS PEOPLES -- THESE GULFS MUST BE
BRIDGED. ECONOMIC REFORM MUST ENSURE UPWARD
MOBILITY AND NEW OPPORTUNITIES FOR A BETTER
LIFE FOR ALL CITIZENS OF THE AMERICAS.
29
To FULFILL ITS PROMISE, DEMOCRATIC GOVERNMENT
MUST GUARANTEE NOT ONLY THE RIGHT TO REGULAR
ELECTIONS, BUT HUMAN RIGHTS AND PROPERTY
RIGHTS, SWIFT AND IMPARTIAL JUSTICE, AND THE
RULE OF LAW. DEMOCRATIC GOVERNMENTS MUST
DELIVER BASIC SERVICES; THEIR INSTITUTIONS
MUST BE STRENGTHENED AND MODERNIZED. To
DEFEND DEMOCRACY SUCCESSFULLY, THE OAS MUST
STRENGTHEN THE TOOLS AT ITS DISPOSAL.
30
I COMMEND THE NEW STEPS YOU TOOK THIS WEEK TO
SUSPEND NON-DEMOCRATIC REGIMES. TOGETHER WE
MUST ALSO CREATE NEW MEANS TO END HISTORIC
BORDER DISPUTES AND TO CONTROL THE
COMPETITION IN CONVENTIONAL WEAPONRY.
IN ALL THIS, THE UNITED STATES BEARS A
SPECIAL RESPONSIBILITY.
31
WE FACE A MOMENT OF MAXIMUM OPPORTUNITY --
BUT ALSO CONTINUED RISK. WE MUST REMAIN
ENGAGED -- FOR MORE THAN EVER BEFORE, OUR
FUTURE IS BOUND UP WITH THE FUTURE OF THE
AMERICAS. THIS IS THE FASTEST GROWING REGION
IN THE WORLD FOR U.S. PRODUCTS. IN THE
STRUGGLE TO DEFEND DEMOCRACY, OUR MOST
CHERISHED VALUES ARE AT STAKE.
32
TRAVEL TO MIAMI OR EL PASO, Los ANGELES
OR CHICAGO OR NEW YORK -- AND LISTEN TO THE
LANGUAGE OF OUR NEIGHBORHOODS. WE ARE TIED
TO THE AMERICAS, NOT JUST BY GEOGRAPHY OR
HISTORY, BUT BY WHO WE ARE AS A PEOPLE. No
ONE KNOWS THAT MORE PROFOUNDLY THAN THIS
PROUD GRANDFATHER.
THIS YEAR MARKS THE 500TH ANNIVERSARY OF
A VOYAGE OF DISCOVERY TO THE NEW WORLD.
33
LET THIS ALSO BE A TIME OF REDISCOVERY FOR MY
COUNTRY, THE UNITED STATES, OF THE IMPORTANCE
OF OUR OWN HEMISPHERE.
IF WE ARE EQUAL TO THE CHALLENGES BEFORE
US, WE CAN BUILD IN THE AMERICAS THE WORLD'S
FIRST COMPLETELY DEMOCRATIC HEMISPHERE.
34
THIS HEMISPHERE CAN BE, AS WELL, A ZONE OF
PEACE, WHERE TRADE FLOWS FREELY, PROSPERITY
IS SHARED, THE RULE OF LAW IS RESPECTED, AND
THE GIFTS OF HUMAN KNOWLEDGE ARE HARNESSED
FOR ALL.
35
MORE THAN 150 YEARS AGO, SIMON BOLIVAR,
(SEE-MONE-bo-LEE-VAR) THE LIBERATOR WHOSE
STATUE STANDS OUTSIDE THIS HALL, SPOKE ABOUT
"AN AMERICA UNITED IN HEART, SUBJECT TO ONE
LAW, AND GUIDED BY THE TORCH OF LIBERTY."
MY FRIENDS: HERE IN THIS HEMISPHERE WE ARE
ON THE WAY TO REALIZING BOLIVAR'S DREAM.
36
TODAY, WITH THE SIGNING OF THE NORTH AMERICAN
FREE TRADE AGREEMENT, WE TAKE ANOTHER GIANT
STEP TOWARDS MAKING THE DREAM A REALITY.
THANK YOU VERY MUCH.
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BUSH LIBRARY PHOTOCOPY - GEORGE BUSH HANDWRITING
12-17
MESSAGE FOR THE PRESIDENT
Absdatelyed
FROM: DR. LEE
Please
Tonight, he is having a party for the medical unit. He
was wondering if you would excuse Art Wallace, the
nurse on duty, so he could attend the event. If you
want your hip done tonight, they can do it for your
before 7:00 p.m.
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OF
THE OF OF THE STATES THE UNITED
SEAL
12/17/92
Mr. President:
Phil Brady needs to talk with you concerning the two
types of Medal of Freedom -- which one to Ronald
Reagan.
2)
Mary Fisher is in the building. Having lunch
with Gregg Petersmeyer at noon. She left a painting
here for you and Mrs. Bush. It is rather attractive
and Patty wanted to know if you wanted her to come
give it to you in person.
3) WHAT ARE YOUR LUNCH PLANS?
4) allergy shol pet for 7-7:15 AM
tomorrow
RZ
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DEPARTMENT OF STATE
WASHINGTON
December 16, 1992
CONFIDENTIAL
(DECL: OADR)
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
FROM: Arnold Kanter Alac Acting Secretary
1.
Greek Cypriots Increasing the Military Tension-Level. In the
wake of recent reductions in the UN peacekeeping force, the Greek
side has upgraded its military capabilities along the Green Line
separating Greek and Turkish Cypriot forces: massive trench
upgrades, new mines, and troops reinforcements. The Turkish side,
aware of this build-up, has increased its own patrol activity.
While there are no political indicators to suggest the Greek
Cypriots are contemplating any offensive action, these developments
have created a volatile situation. Our Ambassador is being
instructed to raise our concerns with the Cypriot government, noting
the inconsistency between these actions and Nicosia's welcome of
confidence-building measures proposed in the recent UNSC Resolution
on Cyprus, including a reduction of forces along the Green Line. (CT
2.
Indian PM Rao Losing Political Strength. Egged on by a rival
hardliners in his Congress (I) Party, Rao has dismissed the three
state governments controlled by the opposition BJP party, which was
responsible for the destruction of the Ayodhya mosque. Alienating
the BJP will cost Rao its support for economic reform and harden its
opposition to compromises on Kashmir and nonproliferation. Although
other coalition parties, which Rao needs for a majority in
Parliament, support his move against the BJP, they may try to slow
his economic reforms. For now, the GOI likely will be less
cooperative with us on key issues such as nonproliferation,
reduction of India-Pakistan tensions, economic reform and trade
liberalization.
(c)
3. Korean Elections. There is still no clear favorite to win the
presidential election on Friday. Former Hyundai Chairman Chung Ju
Yung has gained in the last few weeks, largely at the expense of the
early front-runner, ruling party candidate Kim Young Sam, thus
allowing Kim Dae Jung, to pull even. Since Kim Dae Jung has aroused
strong feelings in the past, both pro and con, we are pre-positioning
a public statement to applaud the electoral process and head off any
attempt to overturn the balloting. Our Embassy is actively pushing
all sides to underscore the importance of a free and fair election,
and it reports that the Korean military appears ready to accept any
outcome. Even though the campaign is spirited, unlike 1987 there
has been no violence.
HCT
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activities because of his connections with organized
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crime), and they seemed bent on preserving their own
jobs at the cost of others'-mine, for instance. Even so,
the Press pulled off one of the most amazing public
elations feats ever: they made the Teamsters look like
olk heroes. The Press's spokesman, by way of explain-
g his company's position, told National Public Radio
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department making a good salary." And not enough
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told me that she missed the newspapers
resident Bush reacted coolly when informed
because she now had nothing to read while
waiting in line. I appreciated the sentiment,
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that his name had cropped up in the new
indictment of former Defense Secretary Caspar
but I suspect she was just being nice. Most people don't
Weinberger by Lawrence Walsh, the Iran-contra
seem to miss the paper, and if they do it's because it's
prosecutor. This was Friday, October 30. Bush and his
harder to find out what last night's lottery number was
aides spent several hours working on a response. Inter-
or who died last week-two examples cited by the
viewed by Larry King in Racine, Wisconsin, Bush
mayor. Hardly anyone seems to read the newspaper for
thought he did fine, even fielding a phoned-in Iran-
the news anymore. And yet, living in a no-newspaper
contra question from George Stephanopolous, Bill
town, I sometimes feel as if I were living in another cen-
Clinton's communications director. Then the wave hit.
tury (although the "town crier" the Post-Gazette hired to
"We lost Friday night's news, Saturday night's news,
read the news downtown at lunchtime may have some-
and the Sunday talk shows," says Marlin Fitzwater, the
thing to do with that). It's a paradox: as a means of
White House press secretary. "We couldn't beat the
spreading the news, the newspaper is relatively slow and
media saturation" on Bush's role in Iran-contra. On
inefficient, even quaint. But a city without one feels
Sunday, November 1, just before appearing on "News-
oddly old-fashioned.
maker Sunday" on CNN, Bush was told he'd dropped
In the papers' absence, local television news stations
from one point behind Clinton to seven in the new CNN
have expanded their repertoire to fill in the gaps. Each
Gallup poll. His face sagged. The race was over.
day they scroll the obituaries-tactfully called "death
All of which set the stage for the last big decision of
notices"-across the screen, appropriately somber
the Bush presidency: whether to pardon Weinberger
music playing in the background. This can make for
and other Iran-contra defendants. If the reindictment
some pretty awkward news chatter. "And when we
of Weinberger hadn't included a 1986 note that seemed
come back, Bob will have a report about a man who
to contradict Bush's account of his part in Iran-contra,
says he's lost weight eating nothing but doughnuts!
the pardon issue might never have arisen. But the note
(Pause. Wipe grin off face.) But first, these death
was made public, abruptly shifting the focus of the cam-
notices." The low point probably came when Post-
paign to Bush-as an Iran-contra participant. Bush sus-
Gazette editors were reduced to reading comic strips on
pected Walsh's office of a political motive. "It just seems
the air.
a little weird on a Friday before an election that some-
Alas, this story has a happy ending (for me, at least).
thing like this [note] is elevated," Bush told CNN on
In October, Scripps-Howard announced that it would
November 1. Since then, his view has hardened. The
sell the Press to the owners of the Post-Gazette if they
"generous" view at the White House is that Walsh was
could settle with the Teamsters by the end of Novem-
only seeking to strengthen his position against Wein-
ber. Just last week the Teamsters signed a new contract
berger at trial, a senior official said. The "ungenerous"
and the owners of the Post-Gazette announced that they
view is that Walsh sought to hurt Bush's chances of re-
planned to hire about a third of the Press's news staff
election. Bush takes the ungenerous view.
and close the Press down. Now all that remains is Jus-
Is he justified? Maybe. Walsh didn't have to reindict
tice Department approval of the transaction. If the
Weinberger before Election Day. (The new charge of
deal goes through, as most believe it will, the Post-
making a false statement replaced a count of obstruct-
Gazette should be back on the streets-and I should be
ing justice thrown out by a federal judge.) True,
off them-sometime in January. And as the only paper
Walsh's office had said the new indictment would come
in town, the Post-Gazette will be free to publish just what
in October, but Walsh could have had the indictment
the people want: Ann Landers and Dear Abby. "Calvin
sealed until after November 3. Also, the Weinberger
and Hobbes" and "The Far Side." Joyce Jillson and Syd-
note of January 7, 1986, wasn't crucial to the indict-
ney Omarr. It will be the best newspaper Pittsburgh
ment. Weinberger is accused of lying to Congress about
has ever had.
the existence of a personal diary with daily notations.,
Any note would be sufficient to prove the existence of
MICHAEL NEWMAN is a former TNR reporter-researcher.
the diary. In fact, Weinberger's lawyer, Robert Bennett,
DECEMBER 21, 1992 THE NEW REPUBLIC 11
had sought to have any reference to the January 7
ing Bush. They both opposed the arms deal with Iran
as ransom for hostages. Bush favored the deal, but
meeting left out of the new indictment.
Bush's aides began talking about a possible pardon
argues he didn't know it was arms for hostages. He also
the day after the election. Bush discussed it with Vice
insists he didn't know the full extent of their opposi
President Dan Quayle, counsel C. Boyden Gray, and
tion to the deal. Weinberger and Shultz might strongl
White House chief of staff James Baker. Quayle was in
challenge Bush's account on both points. And wh
favor of a pardon for all the Iran-contra defendants.
knows what other evidence, on Bush might emerge a'
Gray agreed but was less emphatic. Accounts vary on
trial? Well, Bush knows.
Baker's position. Discussions continued informally at a
On the other hand, he doesn't want to be accused
postelection Cabinet meeting at the White House. Bush
a blatant cover-up. So an arrangement is being dis
remained noncommittal. He professed to want "to do
cussed. Bush would pardon Weinberger and others.
what's right for the country," an official said. This
This would include those like Elliott Abrams, the for-
means that "he wants to do it, but he's nervous. He's
mer assistant secretary of state for Latin America, and
worried about how history will judge it."
CIA official Alan Fiers who pleaded to misdemeanors,
but not Oliver North, whose conviction has been over-
ush is being prodded from four directions to
turned, and John Poindexter, whose conviction has
B
issue the pardon. Senate Republican leader
been nullified but whose case awaits Supreme Court
Robert Dole has raised the issue on every T.V.
action. In return, Dole would withdraw his demand for
interview show on which he's appeared since
an investigation of Walsh's operation. And to counter
the election. On "Meet the Press" on November 15, he
accusations of a cover-up, Bush would waive his right to
said if politics were involved in the Weinberger indict-
keep his deposition or other information secret and
ment, "it ought to be easy to pardon not only Cap Wein-
urge others to do the same. Unfavorable evidence
berger but everybody else. But particularly in Cap Wein-
might become public, but it would draw less attention
berger's case where he was opposed to any of this
than at a trial.
[Iran-contra] hanky-panky in the first place." On "This
Still, Bush will have to summon an unusual degree of
Week with David Brinkley" on November 29, Dole
boldness to act. Fitzwater says the deck is stacked against
declared: "There ought to be a special prosecutor
a pardon. Bush would be "circumventing" the legal pro-
appointed to investigate Lawrence Walsh and [Wein-
cess and acting on behalf of controversial figures, not
berger prosecutor James] Brosnahan, whose firm con-
his style. True, but there's a good argument for a par-
tributed $22,000 to Clinton's campaign."
don. Walsh is moving into his seventh year of probing
The second source of pressure is Bennett. The day
Iran-contra, which grew out of the final cold war strug-
after the election, Quayle appeared on "Good Morning
gle between the White House and Congress. Walsh has
America" and called the case against Weinberger "a
yet to sustain a major conviction. The war's over, and
travesty." Within two hours, Bennett was on the phone
America is about to get its first post-cold war president.
to Quayle's office. He's also talked to White House
A pardon wouldn't spare anyone a jail term (even if
aides, various Reaganites, and members of Congress.
convicted, Weinberger would surely be sentenced to
Bennett argues that Weinberger is "innocent," that
community service, not the slammer). It would merely
Walsh "has abused his office," and that a criminal pros-
erase a bit of the stigma of scandal. Before acting, I'm
ecution is "unnecessary. Unlike other prosecutors, the
told, Bush wants to see more public support for a par-
independent counsel will issue a full report on the Iran-
don. For what it's worth, I offer mine.
contra matter."
Third, there is staff pressure. William Kristol,
Quayle's chief of staff, is an active proponent of a par-
NEW YORK
POSTCARD
don. Attorney General William Barr, a White House
official said, is sympathetic. The question is whether
they have any clout with Bush.
One person who might is former President Ronald
Reagan. White House officials have been told Reagan
regrets not having pardoned Iran-contra defendants in
TAPS
1989. First Lady Nancy Reagan played a role in the
decision against a pardon, and she too is said to have
changed her mind. Bill Clark, source four, a pal of
Weinberger's who served in Reagan's first term as
By Mindy Aloff
national security adviser and interior secretary, has writ-
ten Reagan, urging him to press Bush to pardon Wein-
harles "Honi" Coles, the venerated tap dancer,
berger. He is also organizing other Reaganites.
Beyond sparing Weinberger, who's a friend, Bush has
C
died recently at the age of 81. He happened to
be black, and he happened to be great; but the
a personal interest in a pardon. It would avert a highly
main reason to go to his funeral is that you
public trial at which Weinberger and former Secretary
think you can bear it. There are so many funerals these
of State George Shultz might give testimony contradict-
days of dancers cut off in their prime that you've
12 THE NEW REPUBLIC DECEMBER 21, 1992
CONFIDENTIAL
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CONFIDENTIAL
9011
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
1130 45th
December 16, 1992
FOR:
THE PRESIDENT
FROM:
BRENT SCOWCROFT
SUBJECT:
Telephone Call to President Masire of
Botswana
DATE:
Thursday, December 17
PURPOSE:
To express appreciation for Botswana's troop
contribution to operation Restore Hope.
SECURE OR OPEN:
Open
INTERPRETER:
None Required
PHONE NUMBER:
(267) 353-391 or 353-392 (residence)
CONTACT PERSON:
TBD
TIME DIFFERENCE:
+7
SUGGESTED TIMES:
before noon
TOPICS OF
DISCUSSION:
see points at Tab A
Date of Submission: December 16, 1992
Action:
Attachment
Tab A
Points to be Made
DECLASSIFIED
White House Guidelines
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By MC NARA, Date 6/27/24
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CONCIDENTIAL
CONFIDENTIAL
CONFIDENTIAL
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POINTS TO BE MADE FOR
TELEPHONE CONVERSATION WITH
PRESIDENT MASIRE OF BOTSWANA
--
Mr. President, I just wanted to call and thank you for what
you are doing for Somalia.
We've been very gratified by the strong support we've gotten
from around the world, and participation from a broad
spectrum of countries is very important.
Support from Africa will be vital to the success of this
coalition.
--
It is particularly appropriate that one of Africa's most
committed democracies was the first to stand up to support
this very important humanitarian operation, and I am
delighted that forces from Botswana will be the first from
Africa to go into Somalia.
The operation seems to be going well so far. As we get more
forces into Somalia we will be able to start guarding the
convoys and protecting the relief operations in the interior
where the starvation is the worst.
Our aim is to quickly establish a secure environment for
relief operations, and then turn over the task of providing
security to a regular UN peacekeeping force.
I hope Botswana will be able to participate in that
operation as well.
DECLASSIFIED
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By MC NARA, Date 7/16/21
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OF
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residuce for prior
12/17/92
to
Mr. President:
(619-4742)
neception remind kut
Henry Catto would like two minutes of your time.
He had asked if he could walk over to the
6:00PM.
reception with you. I told him you'd be going
from the residence. Said he just needs to run
something by you
Want to suggest he come upstairs just before you
go down to the reception, or have him come to the
office around 5. You:have Henry Dormann at 4 for
15 minutes.
GUIDANCE PLEASE!!!!!!
BUSH LIBRARY PHOTOCOPY - George Bush Handwriting
FROM THE PRESIDENT
ARCO
515 South Flower Street
Les Angeles; California 90071
Telephone 213 486 2533
L.M. Cook
Chairman and
Chief Executive Officer
THE PRESIDENT HAS SEEN
12/10 visit
November 24, 1992
BLUE
The Honorable George Bush
The White House
Washington, D.C. 20500
Dear Mr. President:
I have an idea to offer. I thought you might want to
consider presenting the Presidential Medal of Freedom
to Ronald Reagan.
I understand that some previous Presidents have
received the honor, and I know that your presentation
to Margaret Thatcher was very well received.
If you were to hold a special ceremony in the White
House in honor of President Reagan, I'm sure he would
be deeply grateful and it could be very positively
regarded by the public in general.
Sincerely,
hold
L. M. Cook
Atlantic Richfield Company
THE PRESIDENT HAS SEEN 12/17
EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
COUNCIL OF ECONOMIC ADVISERS
December 16, 1992
DEC 16 P6: 15
To:
The President
From:
Mike Boskin
Re:
October Merchandise Trade
The Bush export boom reached new heights
in October as exports rose 3.4 percent to an
all-time high of $39.2 billion. Combined
with a slight decline in imports, the October
merchandise trade deficit declined to $7.0
billion (from $8.6 billion) in September.
This augurs well for fourth quarter GDP
growth, as the October (the first month of
the fourth quarter) trade deficit is well
below the average for the third quarter.
Also, the latest initial claims for
state unemployment insurance came in at
347,000, up 22,000 from Thanksgiving week.
As you will recall from my note last week, we
thought some of the huge decline for
Thanksgiving week would be reversed as that
week was particularly difficult to adjust for
seasonal factors.
Michael J. Boskin
Chairman
EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
COUNCIL OF ECONOMIC ADVISERS
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20500
THE CHAIRMAN
December 16, 1992
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
FROM:
MICHAEL J. BOSKIN
SUBJECT:
Merchandise Exports and Imports in October,
Commerce Department Release, Tomorrow, 8:30 a.m.
The merchandise trade deficit narrowed to $7.0 billion in
October from $8.6 billion in September. Private analysts had
expected a smaller decline in the trade deficit to $8.1 billion.
In October, merchandise exports increased by $1.3 billion,
or 3.4 percent, to an all-time high. Exports increased for all
major end-use categories, with the largest increase occurring in
industrial supplies and materials.
Merchandise imports fell slightly in October after reaching
an all-time high in September. By principal end-use category,
the largest increase in imports occurred in industrial supplies
and materials; the largest decline occurred in nonfood,
nonautomotive consumer goods.
The improvement in the trade balance coupled with rising
consumer spending indicates that the economy is continuing to
grow at a relatively good rate in the fourth quarter.
MERCHANDISE EXPORTS AND IMPORTS
50
Importe
40
Exports
BILLIONS OF DOLLARS
30
20
10
Trade Deficit
0
OCT 90
FEB 91
JUN 91
OCT 91
FEB 92
JUN 92
OCT 92
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SCHEDULE OF THE PRESIDENT
Thursday, December 17, 1992
8:00 am
Personal Staff Time
Oval Office
(15 min)
8:15 am
Meeting with Gordon Zacks
Oval Office
(Zamaria)
8:30 am
Intelligence Briefing
Oval Office
(15 min)
(Scowcroft)
8:45 am
National Security Briefing
Oval Office
(30 min)
(Scowcroft)
9:15 am
Personal Staff Time
Oval Office
(15 min)
9:30 am
Farewell Meeting with Kuwaiti
Oval Office
(15 min)
Ambassador, Saud Nasir Al-Sabah
(Scowcroft)
(TAB A)
9:45 am
Personal Staff Time
Oval Office
(15 min)
10:00 am
Meeting with Lebanese Peace
Oval Office
(15 min)
Processing Delegation
(Scowcroft) (Distributed Separately)
10:20 am
Meeting with Syrian Peace
Oval Office
(15 min)
Processing Delegation
(Scowcroft) (Distributed Separately)
10:40 am
Meeting with Joint Jordanian
Oval Office
(20 min)
and Palestinian Peace
Processing Delegation
(Scowcroft) (Distributed Separately)
11:05 am
Meeting with Israeli Peace
Oval Office
(25 min)
Processing Delegation
(Scowcroft) (Distributed Separately)
11:30 am
Administrative Time
Oval Office
(30 min)
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6:00 pm
12:00 pm
Lunch
Oval Office
(75 min)
1:15 pm
Administrative Time
Oval Office
(65 min)
2:20 pm
The President departs for
South Lawn
the Organization of American
States for North American Free
Trade Agreement (NAFTA) Sign-
ing Ceremony and Reception
(Scowcroft) (Distributed Separately & TAB B)
3:20 pm
Arrives White House
South Lawn
3:30 pm
Meeting with Peter O'Donnell
Oval Office
(Zamaria)
4:00 pm
Meeting with Henry Dormann
Oval Office
(Zamaria)
6:45 pm
B Christmas Reception
State Floor
(Firestone)
(TAB C)
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6:00 pm
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THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
December 16, 1992
MEETING WITH
KUWAITI AMBASSADOR AL-SABAH
DATE: December 17, 1992
LOCATION: Oval Office
TIME: 9:30 - 9:45 a.m.
FROM: BRENT SCOWCROFT
B
I. PURPOSE
To thank the Ambassador for his role in the Gulf crisis and
to congratulate him on his appointment to be Minister of
Information. To signal our continued support for Kuwait.
II. BACKGROUND
Ambassador Saud Nasir al-Sabah has been appointed
Information Minister in the new cabinet formed since
Kuwait's parliamentary elections in October. He is making
his farewell calls in Washington. In recent months the
Ambassador has played a useful role in our efforts to
coordinate regional support for the Iraqi opposition and to
broadcast anti-Saddam messages into Iraq. We want to
encourage him to continue to do so in his new assignment.
KEY POINT TO BE MADE WITH AMBASSADOR AL-SABAH
-- We deeply appreciate your efforts during the crisis and
since liberation. I particularly appreciate your recent
efforts to help us get anti-Saddam propaganda into Iraq and
your help in organizing a visit by the Iraqi opposition to
Kuwait next month.
We also suggest that you break with normal procedure for
photo ops and take advantage of Saud Nasir's visit to the
Oval Office to state to the press our continued firm support
for Kuwait and newly demarcated Kuwait-Iraq border. A brief
comment to the Kuwaiti press on hand for the photo op will
send a useful signal to Saddam and the Gulf states that our
heavy investment in Somalia has not undermined our support
for Kuwait.
2
III. PARTICIPANTS
See Tab B
IV. PRESS PLAN
White House photographer and Kuwaiti television and press.
V. SEQUENCE
Photo opportunity followed by short meeting.
Attachments
Tab A
Points To Be Made
Tab B
List of Participants
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PARTICIPANTS
U.S.
The President
James A. Baker, Chief of Staff
Brent Scowcroft, Assistant to the President for National
Security Affairs
Richard Haass, Senior Director for Near East and
South Asian Affairs
Kuwait
Saud Nasir Al-Sabah, Kuwaiti Ambassador to the United States
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
VISIT OF THE PRESIDENT
TO
WASHINGTON, D.C.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 17, 1992
EVENT:
NAFTA Signing Ceremony
DATE:
Thursday, December 17, 1992
TIME:
2:30 pm - 2:53 pm
LOCATION:
Hall of Americas, Organization of American States
ATTENDEES:
360
PRESS:
Open
SCENARIO:
THE PRESIDENT arrives Organization of American
States and is met by: Ms. Ana Colomar O'Brien,
Chief of Protocol, Organization of American States; The Honorable
Joao Clemente Baena-Soares, Secretary General, Organization of
American States; and The Honorable Luis Einaudi, U.S. Ambassador,
Organization of American States. Following the Greetings, THE
PRESIDENT, accompanied by Secretary General Baena-Soares,
proceeds to Off-Stage Announcement Area. THE PRESIDENT,
accompanied by Secretary General Baena-Soares, arrives Off-Stage
Announcement Area and holds briefly. THE PRESIDENT, accompanied
by Secretary General Baena-Soares, is announced onto Stage,
proceeds to Seat and is Seated (Enter Stage Right). THE
PRESIDENT is introduced for Remarks by Secretary General Baena-
Soares. THE PRESIDENT makes Remarks. (NOTE: A Teleprompter
will be used.) THE PRESIDENT concludes Remarks and begins
participation in Signing Ceremony. THE PRESIDENT concludes
participation in Signing Ceremony, and accompanied by Secretary
General Baena-Soares and dais Participants, departs Stage and
proceeds to Secretary General's Office (Exit Stage Right). THE
PRESIDENT, accompanied by Secretary General Baena-Soares and dais
Participants, arrives Secretary General's Office and holds
briefly.
The backdrop for THE PRESIDENT's Remarks will be blue pipe and
drape with the Organization of American States Flag. The
American, Canadian and Mexican flags will be behind the Signing
Table. The Press Platform is located straight-on at 60 feet.
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
VISIT OF THE PRESIDENT
TO
WASHINGTON, D.C.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 17, 1992
EVENT:
NAFTA Reception
DATE:
Thursday, December 17, 1992
TIME:
3:03 pm - 3:13 pm
LOCATION:
Hall of Americas, Organization of American States
ATTENDEES:
360
:. c PRESS:
Closed
SCENARIO:
THE PRESIDENT, accompanied by The Honorable Joao
Clemente Baena-Soares, Secretary General,
Organization of American States and dais Participants, departs
Secretary General's Office and proceeds to Atrium. THE
PRESIDENT, accompanied by Secretary General Baena-Soares, arrives
Atrium and begins participation in Reception. THE PRESIDENT,
accompanied by Secretary General Baena-Soares, concludes
participation in Reception, departs Atrium and proceeds to
Motorcade. THE PRESIDENT bids farewell to Secretary General
Baena-Soares, boards Motorcade and departs Organization of
American States en route White House.
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THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
SCHEDULE OF THE PRESIDENT
FOR
WASHINGTON, D.C.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 17, 1992
EVENTS:
NAFTA Signing Ceremony
DRESS:
Men
- Business Suit
Women
- Day Dress
&
CONTACT:
Office of Presidential Advance
John G. Keller, Jr.
- 202/456-7565
Trip Coordinator
Suzanne Faulk
- 202/456-7565
ADVANCE:
Lyn Kennelly
- LEAD
Scott Fassett
- PRESS
(b)(7)(c), (b)(7)(e),(b)(7)(f)
- USSS
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- WHCA
John Wissler
- MIL. AIDE
WEATHER:
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12/17/92
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C(2) Closed by statute or by the agency which originated the information
(b)(3) Release would violate a Federal statute
C(3) Closed in accordance with restrictions contained in donor's deed of
(b)(4) Release would disclose trade secrets or confidential or financial
gift [formerly listed as only C]
information
PRM. Removed as a personal record misfile
(b)(6) Release would constitute a clearly unwarranted invasion
of personal privacy
(b)(7) Release would disclose information compiled for law enforcement
Presidential Records Act - [44 U.S.C. 2204(a)]
purposes
(b)(8) Release would disclose information concerning the regulation of
P-2 Relating to the appointment to Federal office [(a)(2) of the PRA]
financial institutions
P-5 Release would disclose confidential advice between the President and
(b)(9) Release would disclose geological or geophysical information
his advisors, or between such advisors [(a)(5) of the PRAJ
concerning wells
SCHEDULE OF THE PRESIDENT
FOR
WASHINGTON, D.C.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 17, 1992
2:20 pm
THE PRESIDENT boards Motorcade and departs White
House en route Organization of American States.
MOTORCADE ASSIGNMENTS:
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(b)(7)(c), (b)(7)(e), (b)(7)(f)
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(Drive Time: 5 Minutes)
2:25 pm
THE PRESIDENT arrives Organization of American
States and proceeds to Off-Stage Announcement
Area.
Met by:
Ms. Ana Colomar O'Brien
Chief of Protocol, Organization of American States
The Honorable Joao Clemente Baena-Soares
Secretary General, Organization of American States
The Honorable Luis Einaudi
U.S. Ambassador, Organization of American States
2:27 pm
THE PRESIDENT, accompanied by Secretary General
Baena-Soares, arrives Off-Stage Announcement Area
and holds briefly.
EVENT:
NAFTA SIGNING CEREMONY
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OPEN PRESS
OFF-STAGE ANNOUNCEMENT
REMARKS
SIGNING CEREMONY
TELEPROMPTER
2:30 pm
THE PRESIDENT, accompanied by Secretary Baena-
Soares, is announced onto Stage, proceeds to Seat
and is Seated.
2:32 pm
THE PRESIDENT is introduced for Remarks by
Secretary General Baena-Soares.
2:35 pm
THE PRESIDENT makes Remarks.
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2:50 pm
THE PRESIDENT concludes Remarks and begins
participation in Signing Ceremony.
2:53 pm
THE PRESIDENT concludes participation in Signing
Ceremony, and accompanied by Secretary General
Baena-Soares and dais Participants, departs Stage
and proceeds to Secretary General's Office.
2:55 pm
THE PRESIDENT, accompanied by Secretary General
Baena-Soares and dais Participants, arrives
Secretary General's Office and holds briefly.
3:00 pm
THE PRESIDENT, accompanied by Secretary General
Baena-Soares and dais Participants, departs
Secretary General's Office and proceeds to Atrium.
EVENT:
RECEPTION
CLOSED PRESS
3:03 pm
THE PRESIDENT, accompanied by Secretary General
Baena-Soares, arrives Atrium and begins
participation in Reception.
3:13 pm
THE PRESIDENT, accompanied by Secretary General
Baena-Soares, concludes participation in
Reception, departs Atrium and boards Motorcade.
3:15 pm
THE PRESIDENT departs Organization of American
States en route White House.
MOTORCADE ASSIGNMENTS:
Same as on Arrival.
(Drive Time: 5 Minutes)
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3:20 pm
THE PRESIDENT arrives White House.
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TAB A
WASHINGTON. D.C.
Organization of American States Building
North American Free Trade Agreement Signing Ceremony
Overview Diagram
Thursday. December 17. 1992
Pillars
O
Signing Table
Hold
Podium
Hall of the
Americas
Press
Press
Cutaway
Staff
Viewing
Off-Stage
Announce
Secretary
Area
General's
Balcony
Office
Hallway
Staff
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Patio
Atrium
Fountain
Mix & Mingle
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Tented
X
Arrival/Departure
KEY:
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GUESTS / STAFF
PRESS POOL
X GREETERS
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SEQUENCE OF EVENTS:
CHRISTMAS RECEPTION
Thursday, December 17, 1992
TIME:
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
NUMBER OF GUESTS:
500
LOCATION:
t State Floor
ENTERTAINMENT:
Marine Orchestra - East Room
Military Carolers - East Room
DRESS:
Business Suit/Cocktail Dress
FROM:
Laurie Firestone Ly
6:30 p.m.
Guests begin to arrive Visitors Entrance
and proceed to State Floor. (Limited
parking on East Executive Avenue.)
6:40 p.m.
Social Aides begin lining up guests in
East Room for receiving line.
6:45 p.m. THE PRESIDENT and MRS. BUSH arrive State Floor and
proceed to Blue Room for receiving line.
7:30 p.m. At conclusion of receiving line, THE PRESIDENT and
MRS. BUSH join Military Carolers and guests in East
Room.
7:45 p.m. THE PRESIDENT and MRS. BUSH depart State Floor
(Approx.)
enroute Residence.
9:00 p.m.
Guests depart.
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THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
December 16, 1992
MEETING WITH
MEXICAN AND CANADIAN AMBASSADORS AND OAS SECRETARY
GENERAL AT NAFTA SIGNING
DATE: December 17, 1993
LOCATION: OAS Headquarters
TIME: 2:30-3:15 p.m.
FROM: BRENT SCOWCROFT
Jr
I. PURPOSE
At the end of the NAFTA ceremony, you will meet briefly with
the Mexican and Canadian Ambassadors and the OAS Secretary
General before proceeding to the reception. The meeting
will provide an opportunity to underscore the importance of
NAFTA for our relations with Canada and Mexico, and to thank
the Secretary General for making arrangements for the
ceremony at OAS Headquarters.
II. BACKGROUND
The signing of the NAFTA concludes a process formally begun
in June 1991 to negotiate a comprehensive free trade
agreement with Mexico and Canada. This historic agreement
breaks new ground in several areas, addressing for the first
time environmental and labor issues, including financial
services, and strengthening intellectual property rights.
President Salinas and Prime Minister Mulroney gave strong
personal support to the agreement and helped to move the
negotiations to an early conclusion. They will also sign
the agreement December 17 in separate ceremonies.
On September 18, you forwarded the text of the agreement to
Congress for review. On October 7, you joined President
Salinas and Prime Minister Mulroney in San Antonio to
observe the initialing of the agreement by trade ministers.
The next step after the signing is for the legislatures of
each country to pass implementing legislation. Both the
Mexican and Canadian Governments expect to begin this
process early next year and anticipate no problems in
obtaining legislative approval. USTR has begun cataloguing
needed legislative changes and, if the new administration
concurs, will start drafting implementing legislation in
coordination with Congressional staff after the new Congress
convenes. The agreement will go into effect January 1,
1994, if all three legislatures approve.
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OAS Secretary General Baena Soares agreed to make the
Organization's headquarters available for the signing
ceremony in recognition of the importance of NAFTA for the
entire hemisphere. Invited guests include senior foreign
ministers, OAS ambassadors, Latin ambassadors accredited to
the White House, members of Congress, and supporters of the
agreement from the private sector. In addition to
Ambassador Hills, Secretaries Brady, Martin and Lujan,
Acting Secretary Kanter, and EPA Administrator Reilly are
expected to attend. Other senior U.S. officials and members
of the U.S. NAFTA negotiating team will also be present.
III. PARTICIPANTS
A list of participants is attached at Tab B.
IV. PRESS PLAN
Open Press/White House Pool
V. SEQUENCE
The event will begin at 2:30 p.m. with a 2-3 minute
introduction by Secretary General Baena Soares. You will
give a 12-minute speech (to be provided separately by
speechwriters). Following the speech, you will proceed to
the table and sign the NAFTA with Ambassador Hills plus the
Mexican and Canadian Ambassadors looking on. There will be
a photo opportunity. You will then join the Secretary
General and the Ambassadors in an adjacent room for a brief
meeting (i.e., 5-10 minutes). Attendance at the reception
will follow.
Attachments
Tab A
Points to be Made
Tab B
Participants List
Tab C
Biographies
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POINTS TO BE MADE FOR
MEETING WITH MEXICAN AND CANADIAN AMBASSADORS
AND OAS SECRETARY GENERAL
--
This is an important day for all three countries. I very
much appreciated your help, Derek and Gustavo, in making
this agreement possible. Your embassies played a vital role
in keeping channels of communication open and backstopping
your negotiators.
--
I called President Salinas and Prime Minister Mulroney this
morning to congratulate them and express my appreciation for
their personal efforts in this endeavor.
-- NAFTA is going to bring benefits to our citizens for decades
to come. We can all be proud of what we have achieved in
this historic agreement.
-- Be assured that I will speak out in favor of early
Congressional action on NAFTA.
-- Mr. Secretary General, thank you for these wonderful
arrangements. I know you've just concluded important
meetings on charter reform, Haiti and Peru. The OAS under
your leadership is playing a vital role in the region.
-- The U.S., Canada and Mexico need to continue working closely
with the OAS to strengthen democratic institutions and
encourage closer economic integration in the region.
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PARTICIPANTS
U.S.
The President
Carla Hills, United States Trade Representative
Brent Scowcroft, Assistant to the President for National
Security Affairs
Luigi Einaudi, U.S. Ambassador to the OAS
FOREIGN
Joao Clemente Baena Soares, Secretary General of the OAS
Gustavo Petricioli, Mexican Ambassador to the United States
Derek Burney, Canadian Ambassador to the United States
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USOAS
U.S. Permanent Mission to the
Organization of American States
Department of State, ARA/USOAS
Washington, D.C. 20520
(202) 647-9376
Biography: Ambassador Luigi R. Einaudi
The U.S. Permanent Representative to the Organization of American States was
nominated by President Bush in June 1989 and has played an active role since then in the
development of a positive agenda of regional cooperation based on the defense and
promotion of democracy. Dr. Einaudi is a scholar of U.S.-Latin American relations who
joined the Secretary of State's Policy Planning Council in January 1974 and served as
Director of Policy Planning and Coordination for the Bureau of Inter-American Affairs
from 1977 to 1989.
Called "the State Department's leading expert on U.S.-Latin American relations" by
former Secretary Shultz, Dr. Einaudi has an A.B. ('57) and a Ph.D in Political Science from
Harvard University, is fluent in Spanish, French and Italian, and has taught comparative
government at Harvard, Wesleyan University and UCLA. From 1962 to 1973, Dr. Einaudi
directed research on Latin America at the RAND Corporation in California, working
primarily for the Department of Defense and the NSC.
Active in inter-American affairs since 1955, Dr. Einaudi has travelled and lectured in 25
countries of Latin America and the Caribbean. His academic publications have dealt with
Marxism, arms transfers, and the roles of the Catholic Church, student movements and
military institutions in Latin American politics. In 1973-74, the year before he entered the
Department of State, he published a dozen articles and a book, Beyond Cuba: Latin
America Takes Charge of Its Future.
At the Department of State, Dr. Einaudi has been praised for both written contributions
and policy coordination under successive administrations. Interagency analyses prepared at
his direction have dealt with U.S.-Mexico relations, the Panama Canal Treaties, the
Falklands/Malvinas conflict, and the recommendations of the National Bipartisan
Commission on Central America.
In 1987, President Reagan named Dr. Einaudi a "Distinguished Senior Executive," the
highest award in the career public service. Dr. Einaudi belongs to the Council on Foreign
Relations in New York, has been a Fellow at the Woodrow Wilson International Center for
Scholars of the Smithsonian Institution, and is an advisor to the Institute for Conflict
Analysis and Resolution at George Mason University in Virginia.
Luigi Einaudi was born in Cambridge, Massachusetts in 1936. He lives in Bethesda,
Maryland, with his wife, the former Carol Ann Peacock, who practices law in the District of
Columbia. They have four children.
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THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
December 16, 1992
FOR:
THE PRESIDENT
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FROM:
BRENT SCOWCROFT
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SUBJECT:
Telephone Call to President Salinas of Mexico
and Prime Minister Mulroney of Canada
DATE:
December 17, 1992
PURPOSE:
To express your appreciation for the priority
and personal attention given to the NAFTA
during the negotiating period, without which
agreement would have been impossible.
SECURE OR OPEN:
Open
INTERPRETER:
None required
PHONE NUMBER:
To be provided
CONTACT PERSON:
Robert Morley, NSC
TIME DIFFERENCE:
Canada none, Mexico -1
SUGGESTED TIMES:
9:15 a.m. EST
TOPICS OF
DISCUSSION:
North American Free Trade Agreement
Date of Submission:
Action:
Attachments
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POINTS TO BE MADE FOR
TELEPHONE CONVERSATION WITH
PRESIDENT SALINAS AND
BRIAN MULRONEY
-- Brian, Carlos, how are you?
-- This is a very important day for all of us.
-- Negotiations on a North American Free Trade Agreement began
eighteen months ago. It has been a long haul.
-- I shall be signing the agreement at 2:30 today at the OAS,
and am delighted to hear you are also signing today.
-- We are laying the foundation for an economic partnership
that will bring benefits to our citizens for decades to
come.
-- I want to express my appreciation to you for your personal
involvement in this effort. The NAFTA would not have been
possible without your strong leadership and political
courage.
-- We share a vision of an open, prosperous North American
market. Now that vision is close to reality. I feel a
great sense of satisfaction in that, and I am sure you do
also.
-- Please also convey my congratulations to (Canadian Minister
for International Trade) Michael Wilson and (Mexican
Secretary of Commerce) Jaime Serra.
-- I intend to speak out in favor of early Congressional action
on the NAFTA.
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I hope you also will seek early approval of the NAFTA by the
legislatures of Canada and Mexico. It is important for all
three countries that legislative approval occur as soon as
possible.
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BACKGROUND PAPER
On December 17, President Salinas, Prime Minister Mulroney, and
you will sign the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) in
separate ceremonies. Your conference call to Salinas and
Mulroney at 9:15 a.m. would occur just prior to Mulroney's
signing. The Salinas event will be in the afternoon around the
time of your signing at the OAS.
The NAFTA is one of the most comprehensive trade agreements ever
negotiated. It is also the first international trade accord to
address, through side agreements, a wide range of environmental
and labor issues. The signing of the NAFTA marks the end of a
process begun in June 1991. The formal negotiations concluded in
July 1992, and on october 7 you joined Salinas and Mulroney in
San Antonio to witness the initialing of the agreement.
Before the agreement can be implemented, it must receive approval
of the U.S., Canadian, and Mexican legislatures. Approval by the
Mexican legislature will not be a problem because Salinas' PRI
party holds most of the seats and the agreement has broad popular
support. While the NAFTA is unpopular in Canada because of
concerns about job-flight to Mexico and the U.S., Mulroney is
confident that he can secure parliamentary approval.
Salinas, in particular, is known to be concerned about possible
efforts by the new administration to hold up Congressional action
and seek changes in either the NAFTA, or the side agreements on
labor and the environment. President-elect Clinton's statements
have apparently not dispelled these concerns although Salinas
reacted positively to Clinton's support for the agreement.
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OFFICE OF THE PRESS SECRETARY
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 17, 1992
6:00 A.M. EST EDITION
INTERNATIONAL NEWS
TROOPS ESCORT FOOD THROUGH BAIDOA -- U.S. marines and French
Foreign Legion soldiers consolidated their positions here Wednesday
and dispatched their first, symbolic convoy of food to this town's
malnourished residents. (Washington Post, Reuter, New York Times)
ADMINISTRATION HINTS AT U.S. MILITARY ACTION IN BALKANS --
President Bush is preparing to use U.S. military force in hopes of
preventing powerful Serbian nationalists from making further
territorial gains in former Yugoslavia, Administration officials
said Wednesday.
(Chicago Tribune)
NATIONAL NEWS
JUSTICE PRESSES HOUSE BANK INQUIRY -- The Justice Department
announced Wednesday that it is investigating a "very few" members
of Congress, most of whom have left office, for possible crimes
they committed in using the now-closed House bank.
(Washington Post, Washington Times)
QUICK REVIEW OF ABORTION PILL POSSIBLE -- U.S. review of the French
abortion pill RU 486 could take only a matter of months, an FDA
official says in a letter.
(USA Today)
NETWORK NEWS (Wednesday evening)
SOMALIA -- The marines have had
their first real encounter with
the starving people they went
to serve.
INTERNATIONAL NEWS A-1
BOSNIA/U.S. -- The Bush
Administration has tried to
NATIONAL NEWS
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apply pressure on those it
regards as most responsible for
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the war in Bosnia-Hercegovina.
ECONOMY -- November was a good
month for manufacturing and for
the housing industry.
This Summary is prepared Monday through Friday by the White House News Summary Staff.
For complete stories or information, please call 456-2950.
INTERNA TIONAL NEWS
TROOPS ESCORT FOOD
THROUGH BAIDOA
BAIDOA -- U.S. marines and French Foreign Legion soldiers
consolidated their positions here Wednesday and dispatched their
first, symbolic convoy of food to this town's malnourished
residents, who responded to the arrival of the foreign forces with
exhilaration and relief.
U.S. officials Wednesday expressed satisfaction over the ease
with which marine forces took control of Baidoa, which had been
terrorized by feuding bands of gunmen. However, they continued to
warn of the grave peril ahead as American-led troops pushed farther
into Somalia's hinterland to open channels of aid to the starving.
When asked whether his worst fears of being drawn into
conflict with the gunmen were over, U.S. Special envoy Robert
Oakley Wednesday said, "No. We're proceeding one step at a time.
We are preparing very carefully on the military side and the
political side, but we can't say that the example of Mogadishu and
Baidoa will be repeated elsewhere
because there are parts of
the interior where there is more trouble, where the situation is
more tense.'
Oakley said he would prefer to work through political channels
to achieve a "control and reduction" of the large quantities of
weapons left over from Somalia's splintered army. "We believe that
with the cooperation of the Somali leadership, a reasonable,
credible program of arms control and reduction can take place, " he
said. (William Claiborne & Barton Gellman, Washington Post, A1)
U.S. Troops Fanning Out Into Somali Bush
BAIDOA -- American and French troops are thrusting out from
Somalia's "City of Death" to escort food convoys into the bush as
the military intervention on behalf of the starving moves up a
gear.
About 900 U.S. marines and French Legionnaires arrived in a
70-vehicle convoy from Mogadishu and by helicopter and within hours
they had started work riding shotgun for food deliveries in a town
devastated by two years of clan warfare and looting.
"The operation in Baidoa went beautifully, without a hitch,"
U.S. special envoy Robert Oakley said after the marines and 142
Legionnaires rumbled in and secured a disused airbase to cheers
from Somalis and elated aid workers.
A U.S. marine spokesman in Baidoa said troops planned to
escort a food convoy to a village 35 miles from Baidoa Thursday in
their first mission into the dangerous bush. But it may take time
for the troops to reach other towns in the hungriest part of the
country.
"We can't say that the examples of Mogadishu and Baidoa will
automatically be replicated elsewhere," Oakley said.
(Paul Holmes, Reuter)
White House News Summary
Thursday, December 17, 1992 -- A-2
Marines Escort Food To Hungry In Somali Town
BAIDOA -- With more firepower than this small town has ever
seen, more than 700 American marines and French troops secured the
local airstrip and guarded a truckload of food as it moved from a
warehouse to an orphanage Wednesday. It was the first food
actually to be delivered to the hungry under the protection of the
American-led military operation in Somalia.
The amount of food delivered was meager compared to the
quantities that relief agencies have managed to distribute even
before the arrival of the marines, although there were plenty of
television cameras to record the delivery.
The marines' arrival has pacified the streets of this bush
town, 140 miles northwest of Mogadishu, apparently driving into
hiding the Somalis who terrorized the town.
(Donatella Lorch, New York Times, A1)
BUSH WEIGHS SOMALIA
TRIP; HURDLES SEEN
President Bush is considering making a visit to Somalia before
his term ends Jan. 20, but many obstacles stand in the way of such
a trip, and no decisions have been made, senior Administration
officials said Wednesday night.
"There are a lot of obstacles, including the security problems
and whether this could be laid on in time, given the chaotic
situation inside Somalia," one official said Wednesday night. "He
may go or he may not. At this point, it can't be ruled in or out."
The notion of a presidential visit to Somalia surfaced as a
congressional panel announced a hearing into the U.S. involvement
in Somalia. The House Foreign Affairs Committee has scheduled an
unusual out-of-session meeting Thursday to question Bush
Administration officials about the decision to send U.S. forces to
Somalia.
In an interview, Rep. Hamilton said he had a series of
questions for the Administration, including whether "the U.S.
mandate (in Somalia) is changing as the days move along. He said
he would probe such issues as "what are we going to do about
disarming Somalis, and what precedents are being set?"
Thursday's witnesses are expected to include Herman Cohen,
assistant secretary of state for African affairs, and Pentagon and
AID officials.
(Washington Post, A35)
MOZAMBIQUE TO GET PEACEKEEPERS
NEW YORK -- The U.N. Security Council voted unanimously
Wednesday to send 8,000 peacekeepers to Mozambique to enforce a
peace accord after 16 years of civil war in the southern African
nation.
The peacekeepers will monitor a cease-fire reached Oct. 4
between the formerly Marxist government of President Joaquim
Chissano and the anti-communist Mozambique National Resistance
(RENAMO). The peacekeepers also will oversee disbanding the two
sides' forces.
(AP, Washington Times, A7)
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Thursday, December 17, 1992 -- A-3
ADMINISTRATION HINTS AT U.S.
MILITARY ACTION IN BALKANS
President Bush is preparing to use U.S. military force in
hopes of preventing powerful Serbian nationalists from making
further territorial gains in former Yugoslavia, Administration
officials said Wednesday.
With authorization from the U.N. Security Council, U.S.
warplanes could begin enforcing the council's "no-fly zone" over
Bosnia by Christmas, threatening to shoot down Serbian aircraft and
possibly attacking Serbian airfields and support facilities in
Bosnia, officials said.
(Terry Atlas, Chicago Tribune)
EAGLEBURGER URGES TRIAL
OF SERB LEADERS
GENEVA -- The U.S. Wednesday stepped up its drive to organize
military action against Serb air attacks in Bosnia and said that
those responsible for "crimes against humanity" in the republic -
- including Serbian President Slobodan Milosevic -- should be
brought to trial.
Asserting that those with "political and command
responsibility" for Balkan atrocities should be tried under
international law, Eagleburger took the highly unusual step of
naming a head of state, Milosevic, along with Bosnian Serb leader
Radovan Karadzic and Bosnian Serb militia commander Ratho Mladic
as being in this category.
Speaking to reporters after leaving the conference,
Eagleburger said he detected a clear trend toward support in the
U.N. Security Council for authorizing enforcement of the Bosnian
flight ban. He denied a report that the U.S. is planning
"preemptive strikes" in the immediate aftermath of an enforcement
resolution and said he "assumes" that a warning would be issued
before military action began.
Eagleburger said he has "hit a stone all" of opposition to the
suggestion that Bosnia's government be exempted from a U.N. ban on
arms shipments to any of the former Yugoslav republics.
(Don Oberdorfer, Washington Post, A1)
U.S. Names Figures To Be Prosecuted Over War Crimes
GENEVA -- The U.S. named President Slobodan Milosevic of
Serbia and military figures Wednesday as possible war criminals
who should be tried someday by a "second Nuremberg" tribunal.
The call for a war-crimes tribunal to resemble the trial of
major Nazi figures in Nuremberg after World War II was endorsed by
Cyrus Vance and Lord Owen, the heads of a joint U.N.-E.C. mediation
effort. But the two mediators, who appealed for more time to
negotiate a settlement to the war, were clearly unenthusiastic
about the American and French-backed campaign for a U.N. resolution
enforcing a ban on Serbian flights over Bosnia-Hercegovina.
The mediators shared the British view that enforcement could
endanger the lives of U.N. peacekeeping troops deployed on the
ground and jeopardize the humanitarian effort. And they added
their voices to the chorus of those who oppose lifting the U.N.
arms embargo on all parties in the Balkan fighting.
(Elaine Sciolino, New York Times, A1)
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Thursday, December 17, 1992 -- A-4
LAST OFFICIAL ACT:
A TRIP TO MOSCOW
Commerce Department Plans Junket Only
Days Before Clinton's Inauguration
After returning home from a visit to China and Hong Kong
aboard a military jet, several Bush Administration officials plan
to tour Moscow and St. Petersburg at government expense -- several
days before the inauguration of Bill Clinton forces them from
office.
The American Embassy in Moscow has tried informally and
unsuccessfully to discourage the trip, saying it is unnecessary,
according to an official who was critical of the trip.
More planning has gone into the amenities for a luxury train
trip from Moscow to St. Petersburg than into the actual agenda for
the trip, which will have something to do with the conversion of
Russian military factories to civilian production, the official
said. A Commerce Department official acknowledged that the
department's top career experts on such matters have been excluded
from the trip while political appointees from other agencies are
being invited.
(Keith Bradsher, New York Times, A21)
BUSH MEETS WITH HEADS OF
MIDDLE EAST PEACE DELEGATIONS
President Bush called Middle East peace delegations to the
White House Thursday to urge them to continue their negotiations
in the next administration and to show flexibility.
James Baker scheduled a meeting Friday with Palestinian
leaders Fouad Husseini and Hanan Ashrawi.
Bush began a search Wednesday for new openings to keep the
peace process on track in a meeting with Jordan's King Hussein.
Asked whether he thought that President-elect Clinton will pursue
the negotiations in his administration, Hussein said: "I hope they
would continue. I haven't heard anything to the contrary. I think
all the parties involved and engaged in the area feel this is a
chance and an opportunity that shouldn't be lost, " he said. "And
therefore I think they will continue."
(Helen Thomas, UPI)
Bush, Hussein Seek To Bolster Arab-Israeli Talks
President Bush met Wednesday with Jordan's King Hussein,
brainstorming on ways to keep alive the flagging Arab-Israeli peace
talks and bidding farewell to an old friend before leaving office.
Hussein described for Bush the negotiations between Israeli
and Jordanian delegates in Washington, who are said to be making
the most progress among the four separate sets of Arab-Israeli
negotiations.
"Slow but steady,' was how the monarch described the talks as
photographers snapped shots of the two leaders in the Oval Office.
(Ruth Sinai, AP)
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Thursday, December 17, 1992 -- A-5
BARR RIPS INTO
IRAN-CONTRA CASES
Attorney General Barr believes some defendants in the Iran-
contra affair should not have been prosecuted.
"I think people in the Iran-contra matter have been treated
very unfairly, many of them, Barr said in an interview Wednesday.
Barr declined to say whether he recommends pardons for Iran-
contra defendants.
Barr, while declining to name specific defendants, took issue
with the case against former CIA spy chief Clair George, recently
convicted on charges of lying to Congress. "I'm concerned about
a number
of the prosecutive theories that were trotted out on
Clair George, Barr said.
Longstanding Justice Department guidelines dictate that a
person's character, past record and the seriousness of the offense
be considered before any charges are brought, Barr said.
"It didn't appear to me they were given much weight in that
(George) case,' said Barr.
(Sam Meddis, USA Today, 2A)
COMMERCE CHIEF SEEKS
MORE CHINA TRADE
BEIJING -- Leading the first high-level U.S. economic mission
to China since the 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown, Secretary
Franklin called Wednesday for stronger business ties between the
two countries and urged China to buy more U.S. products to help
cut its huge trade surplus with America.
The trip has come under criticism because of its timing --
little more than a month before she leaves office -- and for the
composition of her delegation.
In Washington, some Commerce Department officials criticized
the delegation's roster, noting that three agency public relations
officers made the trip while Tim Hauser, acting undersecretary for
the department's International Trade Administration, who might have
been expected to go, did not.
Asked about the criticism of her trip, Franklin, in an
interview with Reuter, replied: "This is ridiculous, truly
ridiculous."
During the trip, officials want to implement a wide-ranging
U.S.-China agreement to lower the Chinese trade barriers against
American products that was reached in October. The officials also
said they intend to press the Chinese to buy more American goods
in specific areas, including aircraft products, to stem the U.S.
trade deficit with China that hit $13 billion in 1991 and is
expected to grow again this year. (Lena Sun, Washington Post, B10)
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Thursday, December 17, 1992 -- A-6
U.S. COMMERCE CHIEF WARNS
CHINA ON TRADE DEFICITS
BEIJING -- Secretary Franklin said Thursday her trip to China
highlighted U.S. opportunities in the world's biggest boom market,
but was also a warning to Beijing to close a widening trade gap.
In remarks to the American Chamber of Commerce in Beijing,
Franklin said China could not expect to rack up huge trade
surpluses without paying a price, perhaps eventually one as prized
as its Most Favored Nation (MFN) trade status.
"This year we will buy an estimated 18 to 20 billion dollars
more goods from China than we will sell to them. A deficit of this
size simply cannot be sustained," she said.
"Allowing the deficit to go on will really exacerbate the
whole (MFN) issue and make the MFN debate a lot tougher."
Franklin said she hoped President-elect Clinton would follow
the Bush policy and protect MFN for China. But she said she told
Chinese officials "there's no way I can predict what they will do."
(Andrew Quinn, Reuter)
U.S. LAUNCHES CRACKDOWN
ON SMUGGLING HAITIANS
Reacting to an upsurge in the use of freighters to carry
Haitian refugees into the U.S., the Bush Administration launched
a multi-agency crackdown against such smuggling Wednesday, and
warned boat-owners that their vessels face confiscation.
"Simply put, this means that ships on which aliens have been
smuggled into the U.S. can be seized," a senior Administration
official said Wednesday.
While Wednesday's announcement did not extend U.S. legal
authority, it appeared to signal that the Bush Administration is
prepared to fight the bureaucratic battle for control of freighters
caught smuggling refugees. The Border Patrol and the Coast Guard
each currently have at least one freighter in custody, said Keith
Roberts, assistant chief of the U.S. Border Patrol in Miami.
(Christopher Marquis, Knight-Ridder)
CASTRO USES STIFFER U.S. EMBARGO
TO JUSTIFY ECONOMIC STRAITS
HAVANA -- With Cubans facing the gloomiest holiday season in
memory because of blackouts, shrinking food rations and
disappearing transportation, Fidel Castro is getting a boost by
publicly attacking his old and fierce enemy, the U.S.
The red flag that Castro is waving before Cubans is the Cuba
Democracy Act, also know as the Torricelli law, signed by President
Bush Oct. 23 to tighten the 30-year-old economic embargo against
Cuba. Officials, diplomats and even dissidents here say Castro has
capitalized on passage of the law to shift some of the blame for
Cuba's economic crisis away from the government and to the U.S.
A U.S. official said: "Castro has been able to portray the
Torricelli bill as something sensational, but that is in part of
our own making. We wanted to portray it as important, and both
the Administration and Clinton wanted to play it up. It may have
played into Castro's hands, but I think the advantage will only be
short-term."
(Douglas Farah, Washington Post, A33)
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NATIONAL NEWS
JUSTICE PRESSES HOUSE
BANK INQUIRY
The Justice Department announced Wednesday that it is
investigating a "very few" members of Congress, most of whom have
left office, for possible crimes they committed in using the now-
closed House bank.
Attorney General Barr ordered the criminal inquiry at the
recommendation of special prosecutor Malcolm Wilkey, who has been
investigating the House Bank scandal. Wilkey's 49-page report to
Barr discloses no names, but Justice Department sources said the
former federal judge's inquiry found possible criminal misconduct
by fewer than 10 members, most of whom are out of office, as well
as some House Bank employees.
(Sharon LaFraniere, Washington Post, A1)
Criminal Probe of House Bank Begun
Attorney General Barr, acting on the findings of a special
counsel's probe, has launched a full-blown criminal investigation
of a handful of current and former House members and former
employees at the now-closed House bank.
Congressional and law enforcement officials said that a
federal grand jury already has reviewed a substantial amount of
evidence presented by Malcolm Wilkey, who conducted the nine-month
probe of the House bank, and is prepared to move quickly on several
indictments.
The focus of Wilkey's recommendations, the officials added,
center on managers of the bank, which closed last December, and a
few House members, only one or two of whom were just re-elected.
(Paul Rodriguez, Washington Times, A1)
TWO SENATORS ASK BUSH
NOT TO DESTROY RECORDS
Two Democratic senators asked President Bush Wednesday not to
destroy presidential records stored in the White House computer
system before leaving office Jan. 20.
Sens. Glenn and Pryor said in the letter that they became
concerned last week about the possible destruction of White House
computer tapes. On Dec. 8, the Justice Department filed a notice
in federal court saying that Bush was not bound by a court order
to preserve the tapes pending a judge's decision.
(Michael York, Washington Post, A20)
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White House News Summary
Thursday, December 17, 1992 -- A-8
QUICK REVIEW OF
ABORTION PILL POSSIBLE
U.S. review of the French abortion pill RU 486 could take only
a matter of months, an FDA official says in a letter.
The letter -- to Rep. Wyden from Carol Scheman, an FDA deputy
commissioner -- says such a review is "totally hypothetical" until
a drug maker asks for one.
Scheman says studies available from Europe "may well be
sufficient to permit an adequate review." But "until we see the
data, we do not know.'
(Kim Painter, USA Today, 1A)
WORKSHOP ON VIOLENCE
GETS STORMY
A workshop on violence at the annual Drug-Free Schools and
Communities conference turned into a stormy confrontation Wednesday
after U.S. Department of Education officials tried unsuccessfully
to remove two people from the panel, citing the "radical" views of
one and the "rude" behavior of the other.
Alicia Coro, director of School Improvement Programs for the
Department of Education, said Secretary Alexander had requested
that Eric Sterling, president of the nonprofit Criminal Justice
Policy Foundation, not be allowed to speak because the department
had received calls objecting to Sterling's support for the
legalization of drugs. The department sponsored the conference.
In addition, Coro said she thought it would be inappropriate
for panelist Rufus Johnson, a 26-year-old inactive Chicago gang
member, to speak because he had been "rude" to the staff at the
Sheraton Washington Hotel, where the conference was being held.
Coro asked panel moderator Beverly Coleman-Miller to take both
men off the panel. But when Coleman-Miller presented the panel to
several hundred people, she brought Johnson and Sterling with her.
After introductions, Coro asked Johnson to apologize to the hotel
staff and explain his behavior, and she stressed the Department of
Education in no way advocates the use of illegal drugs.
As other panelists defended Johnson and Sterling, members of
the audience at first looked on in disbelief.
(Marcia Greene, Washington Post, A18)
WE'VE HEARD THAT
President Bush will award former President Reagan the
Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation's highest civilian award,
the White House announced Wednesday.
(The Reliable Source, Washington Post, D3)
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Thursday, December 17, 1992 -- A-9
REPUBLICANS CALL CLINTON
TV COVERAGE "STAGGERING"
The Republican leaders of the Senate and House said Wednesday
they have complained to television news executives about the
"staggering" amount of coverage given to President-elect Clinton's
economic conference.
In letters to CNN and C-Span, Sen. Dole and Rep. Michel said:
"Your network devoted as many as 17 hours of live coverage to the
two-day event, a staggering commitment of broadcasting time that
rivals almost nothing in recent memory, especially given the fact
that the event was paid for by the Democratic National Committee."
(Reuter)
VETERANS LEADER TO
HEAD V.A.
President-elect Clinton Thursday will name the second black
Cabinet member as part of a team that will give veterans'
organizations a major voice in running the Department of Veterans
Affairs.
Jesse Brown, who is head of the Washington office of the
Disabled American Veterans, will be named V.A. secretary and
Arkansas state veterans director Hershel Gober, another combat-
injured Vietnam veteran, will be named Brown's deputy, sources
said.
The appointment of former South Carolina governor Richard
Riley as secretary of education appears all but certain and may be
announced within days. Serious questions have arisen over the
prospect of retiring Sen. Wirth as secretary of energy and that
appointment is now very much in doubt.
Meanwhile, Senate Republicans are planning to subject
Clinton's appointees to tough scrutiny. Republican leadership
sources confirmed that Sen. Dole has asked ranking Republican
members on the committees that will confirm the Clinton appointees
to apply standards as strict as the Democrats used on such
Republican appointees as John Tower.
(Bill McAllister & David Broder, Washington Post, A1)
EPA CHIEF LEAVES
ADVICE: COMMUNICATE
Incoming EPA Administrator Carol Browner will have her hands
full when she steps into her new job, William Reilly says.
Reilly had some advice for Browner, now head of Florida's
environmental programs. "Take (environmental groups and lobbyists)
seriously; keep the lines of communication open. But get them
to understand the budget. Make them aware of the trade-offs."
Despite his own tumultuous tenure, Reilly praises the Bush
Administration. "I think when an honest tally is rendered, this
Administration will have the most distinguished environmental
record ever."
He says Bush didn't get credit for backing a new Clean Air
Act, adding wetlands, creating wildlife refuges and leveling record
fines and penalties on polluters. "He just got continually
lambasted and that had a sobering, discouraging effect on people
(in the White House) "
(Linda Kanamine, USA Today, 2A)
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Thursday, December 17, 1992 -- A-10
NUMEROUS BUSH APPOINTEES COULD
OUTLAST CLINTON TERM (S)
LITTLE ROCK -- When Bill Clinton becomes president and brings
his "new faces" to Washington, he will find a lot of old faces
helping him govern for a long time, some into the next century.
They are the dozens of key presidential appointees running
agencies, administrations and commissions. Unlike Cabinet members,
they were confirmed by the Senate to fixed terms along with full-
time members of many boards and commissions.
Clinton indicated this week that he will try to unseat some
of those holdover officials, starting with pro-life Surgeon General
Antonia Novello, but his chief spokesman said Wednesday no decision
has been made on who might be pushed out early.
In the next few weeks, President Bush is expected to continue
making low-key "recess appointments" to existing vacancies, as he
has just done for Director of the Mint David Ryder. White House
sources say Bush plans more such appointments, including the entire
new Chemical Safety and Hazards Investigation Board that Clinton
could replace in one year with five-year appointees.
(Frank Murray, Washington Times, A1)
NOVEMBER HOUSING STARTS,
FACTORY OUTPUT SHOW GAINS
Housing starts climbed in November to their highest level in
seven months and factory output rose, the government said
Wednesday, in the latest signs that the economy is in a modest but
sustainable recovery.
The Commerce Department said housing starts rose last month
to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.24 million units from
1.22 million in October. The Fed also reported that output at
factories, mines and utilities rose for a second straight month in
November. Industrial production was up 0.4% last month, compared
with a revised 0.5% advance in October, the central bank said.
(Alver Carlson, Reuter, Washington Post, B11)
CLINTON GRASS-ROOTS
PULL QUESTIONED
Democrats may be basking in the glow of winning the White
House for the first time in 16 years, but election results from the
trenches of state politics point to the continuing strength of some
conservative issues and the Republican Party.
In contrast to the presidential elections of the 1980s,
President-elect Clinton's victory this year was accompanied by a
net Republican gain of about 70-plus state legislative seats,
according to the National Conference of State Legislatures.
Not only did Clinton lack coattails at the legislative level,
but his win also did not appear to reflect any ideological shift
to the left in what remained a generally conservative electorate.
"Overall, conservatives fared well in the initiative and
referenda process in 1992," said John Carlisle, a policy analyst
for the Center for Law and Democracy, a subsidiary of the Free
Congress Foundation. In Colorado, for example, the success of an
anti-gay referendum is in sharp contrast to the victory of Clinton,
a proponent of gay rights. (Thomas Edsall, Washington Post, A17)
-End of A-Section-
NETWORK NEWS
(Wednesday evening, Dec. 16)
SOMALIA
ABC's Peter Jennings: In Somalia the Marines have had their first
real encounter with the starving people they went to serve. Five
hundred and thirty Marines and 100 paratroopers from France have
finally reached the city of Baidoa. When U.S. forces landed in
Mogadishu a week ago many of the Somali gunmen fled to the interior
where they went on a rampage of looting and killing. The relief
workers in Baidoa pleaded for help, and it arrived at dawn today.
ABC's Don Kladstrup reports that from the moments the Marines
arrived, Baidoa seemed to transform itself from the symbol of death
and suffering to a place of hope. Gone were the armed clansmen who
only yesterday were terrorizing the town. Gone was the fear of
many relief workers who have been targets of the bandits. "Dear
friends," the children chanted, "we welcome you with our hearts."
(ABC-Lead)
NBC's Tom Brokaw says NBC's John Cochran is reporting from the
White House tonight that President Bush is expected to go to
Somalia sometime just before the beginning of the new year.
(NBC-2)
CBS's Dan Rather: They made it and without firing a shot.
Hundreds of U.S. Marines and French Legionnaires took over Baidoa,
the heart of Somalia's triangle of death starvation zone. They are
now face to face with indescribable suffering. But one Marine said
that for him it will be the best Christmas ever.
(CBS-Lead)
BOSNIA/U.S.
Jennings: The Bush Administration has tried today to apply
pressure on those it regards as most responsible for the war in
Bosnia-Herzegovina. Secretary Eagleburger has made public a list
of people who the U.S. believes are to blame for some of the war
crimes committed there. They are mostly, but not all, Serbians.
And the U.S. is threatening war crimes trials.
ABC's Barrie Dunsmore reports the U.S. decided that naming some
names of those responsible for war crimes would at least show the
world was not indifferent. In a closed session of the
International Conference on Yugoslavia in Geneva, Secretary
Eagleburger listed some of the crimes and some of those the U.S.
believes are responsible for them. The biggest names named by
Eagleburger were the president of Serbia, the political leader of
the Bosnian Serbs and their commander. Eagleburger did not
specifically call them war criminals, but he said the U.S. holds
them politically responsible for the crimes against humanity.
Secretary Eagleburger is now in Brussels where tomorrow NATO
foreign ministers will consider ways to apply more military
pressure on Serbia.
(ABC-7)
White House News Summary
Thursday, December 17, 1992 -- B-2
Rather: At talks in Geneva, Russia backed the Serbian cause in the
former Yugoslavia.
(CBS-9)
U.N./MOZAMBIQUE
Rather reports the U.N. tonight set up its fourth major peace
keeping operation of the year to go along with Somalia, Bosnia and
Cambodia. Seven thousand five hundred soldiers and civilians will
monitor the civil war cease-fire and election in Mozambique. It
is not expected that U.S. combat troops will take part there.
(CBS-2)
CAMBODIA
Jennings: In Cambodia for the second time in a month, the Khmer
Rouge militia has kidnapped members of the U.N. peacekeeping force;
21 of them this time, including an American.
(ABC-8)
HOUSE BANK
Jennings: In Washington today the Justice Department says it is
expanding its investigation of the House bank. Justice officials
say there is now evidence that some former members of Congress, and
perhaps a few current ones may have actually broken the law by
overdrawing on their checking accounts.
(ABC-3, CBS-5)
ECONOMY
Jennings reports November was a good month for manufacturing and
for the housing industry. In the nation's factories, industrial
production was up for the second month in a row, 0.4 percent; and
housing starts rose to their highest level since last march, up 1.5
percent.
(ABC-5, CBS-6)
CLINTON/GOP IN '96
Brokaw: Bill Clinton isn't sworn in as president for another five
weeks, and yet he appears to be building momentum for a very strong
start. An NBC News/Wall Street Journal poll out tonight shows that
Clinton has launched his own Operation Restore Hope. Most of the
people we talked to said they think 1993 will be a better year for
America than '92. Fully 60 percent expect better times [26 percent
say things will be the same, 9 percent say things will be worse.]
NBC's Tim Russert reports: There are 1,161 days till the New
Hampshire primary in 1996. Jack Kemp seems to be the front-runner
of the Republican Party at 22 percent, Bob Dole 21 percent, James
Baker 14, followed by Dan Quayle 12 percent, Dick Cheney 7 percent
and Pat Buchanan 4 percent.
(NBC-Lead)
BLUE JAYS VISIT
Rather: President and former ball player George Bush gave the
world champion Toronto Blue Jays a belated White House welcome.
(TV coverage of the President with Cito Gaston.)
Manager Cito Gaston got a baseball card with the President's
picture. Mr. Bush joked he will soon be a rookie in need of a job.
(CBS-12, NBC-7)
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CONFIDENTIAL
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CONFIDENTIAL
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THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
December 16, 1992
FOR:
THE PRESIDENT
FROM:
BRENT SCOWCROFT
B
SUBJECT:
Telephone Call to President Masire of
Botswana
DATE:
Thursday, December 17
PURPOSE:
To express appreciation for Botswana's troop
contribution to operation Restore Hope.
SECURE OR OPEN:
Open
INTERPRETER:
None Required
PHONE NUMBER:
(267) 353-391 or 353-392 (residence)
CONTACT PERSON:
TBD
TIME DIFFERENCE:
+7
SUGGESTED TIMES:
before noon
TOPICS OF
DISCUSSION:
see points at Tab A
Date of Submission: December 16, 1992
Action:
Attachment
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TELEPHONE CONVERSATION WITH
PRESIDENT MASIRE OF BOTSWANA
-- Mr. President, I just wanted to call and thank you for what
you are doing for Somalia.
:
We've been very gratified by the strong support we've gotten
from around the world, and participation from a broad
spectrum of countries is very important.
Support from Africa will be vital to the success of this
coalition.
It is particularly appropriate that one of Africa's most
committed democracies was the first to stand up to support
this very important humanitarian operation, and I am
delighted that forces from Botswana will be the first from
Africa to go into Somalia.
--
The operation seems to be going well so far. As we get more
forces into Somalia we will be able to start guarding the
convoys and protecting the relief operations in the interior
where the starvation is the worst.
--
Our aim is to quickly establish a secure environment for
relief operations, and then turn over the task of providing
security to a regular UN peacekeeping force.
I hope Botswana will be able to participate in that
operation as well.
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THE PRESIDENT
December 17, 1992
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I in glad Simchas
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Dear George:
Our good friend, Simcha G. Lyons, has recently been nominated to
the Holocaust Memorial Council in Washington. I understand that the
selection is made by you, and I hope you will be favorably disposed
towards acting positively on Simcha's nomination.
Simcha is a prominent businessman in St. Louis and in earlier life
had been a rabbi. He has been very active in Republican Party affairs and
helpful to both Bucky and me. Simcha was responsible for Carol's and my
trip to Israel earlier this year, and I understand he also introduced Senators
Danforth and Bond and Governor Ashcroft to the Holy Land.
Thank you for your consideration.
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White House News Summary
Thursday, December 17, 1992 -- 1
2:00 P.M. NEWS UPDATE
ARAB AND ISRAELI DELEGATES (Ruth Sinai/AP) -- President Bush urged
Israel to avoid deporting hundreds of Palestinians, acting after
three Arab negotiators warned him the planned expulsions could
"deal a death blow" to Middle East peace talks. Bush, in a
statement issued after meeting in the White House with Arab and
Israeli delegates to the talks, urged the parties to keep talking.
But he added that "actions and statements of the parties away from
the table are no less important than the negotiations themselves."
Arabs and Israelis need to stop all forms of violence "and avoid
such reactions as deportations that risk complicating the search
for peace." Although he didn't mention Israel by name, his
reference to deportations was clearly aimed at the Jewish state.
But even as the White House meetings with Arab and Israeli
negotiators were underway, the Israeli Supreme Court cleared the
way for the government to deport 383 suspected Muslim
fundamentalists in retaliation for attacks on Israeli security
officers.
NAFTA/EC (Brussels/Scripps Howard) -- The EC welcomed the creation
of NAFTA but warned that the new bloc shouldn't turn its back on
the rest of the trading world. The EC's Executive Commission also
hit back at French criticism of the recent transatlantic farm deal
and said it was determined to press ahead with the Uruguay Round
trade talks. EC officials said they viewed NAFTA in "very positive
terms." "We welcome every effort that leads to an expansion of
world trade," an EC spokesman said.
BOSNIA/EAGLEBURGER (Brussels/AP) -- The U.S. offered to send
warplanes to shoot down Serbian aircraft violating a flight ban
over Bosnia-Herzegovina, but couldn't rally support from powerful
NATO allies. Secretary Eagleburger made the offer at a meeting of
NATO foreign ministers, Dutch Foreign Minister Hans van den Broek
said.
SOMALIA/DISARMAMENT (Reuter) -- U.S.-led forces are getting food
moving in Somalia but a more permanent U.N. peacekeeping force will
have to take over so Somalia can work on a peace agreement and
disarm themselves, a top U.S. official said. "The Somalis
themselves have to achieve it, with U.N. assistance," Assistant
Secretary of State Cohen told the House Foreign Affairs Committee.
Cohen said U.S. forces will not disarm Somalis, except those who
pose a threat to U.S. forces.
MIA DOCUMENTS (Hanoi/Reuter) -- A U.S. senator said that Hanoi had
handed over documents containing crucial information on American
servicemen missing in the Vietnam War. "They have produced in fact
more documents than we have requested," said Sen. Kerry. "The
minister could not have been more forthcoming," Kerry told
reporters after meeting Foreign Minister Nguyen Manh Cam. "There
was very interesting information. They had shootdowns, dates of
deaths, places of burial, and this is the critical information we
are looking for," he said.
White House News Summary
Thursday, December 17, 1992 -- 2
MISSING U.S. PILOTS/RUSSIA (Moscow/Reuter) -- The U.S. demanded
information from Russia on the fate of American pilots shot down
near Soviet borders during the Cold War. "The American public, the
American government and I, will simply fail to understand why the
Russian government cannot ultimately come up with the information
that we need," former U.S. Ambassador Malcolm Toon told a news
conference.
KHMER ROUGE/U.N. PEACEKEEPERS (Phnom Penh/AP) -- Khmer Rouge
guerrillas seized 46 U.N. peacekeeping soldiers in central Cambodia
just hours after releasing 21 other U.N. troops, including an
American, a U.N. spokesman said. The 46 armed soldiers from
Indonesia had entered Khmer Rouge territory to discuss how to avoid
future incidents of that sort, U.N. spokesman Eric Falt said. When
they tried to leave, they were told they could not go, he said.
The local Khmer Rouge commander told the U.N. he would free the
captives when he receives written instructions from his commander,
Falt said.
TRADE DEFICIT (Reuter) -- The U.S. merchandise trade deficit fell
in October as exports jumped to record levels, the Commerce
Department said, giving new buoyancy to an improving economy. The
deficit was $7.03 billion, down 18% from September.
JOBLESS CLAIMS (AP) -- The number of Americans filing new claims
for jobless benefits rose by 22,000 in early December, the first
increase in four weeks, the government said. "The rise was mainly
the result of the return to a normal workweek after a shorter
reporting period the prior week due to the Thanksgiving Day
holiday," the report said.
PEACE-KEEPING/NATO (Brussels/Reuter) -- NATO members approved a
broad new peacekeeping role for the alliance under U.N. authority,
saying they could join former Warsaw Pact enemies and other
European states in such missions. The alliance was limited to the
defense of its member nations during the Cold War. "We confirm
today the preparedness of our alliance to support peacekeeping
operations under the authority of the U.N. Security Council," the
alliance's 16 foreign ministers said in a statement.
MARSHALL ISLANDS/DISASTER FUNDS (AP) -- President Bush declared
that the Marshall Islands suffered a major disaster from Typhoon
Gay on Nov. 17-18 and made federal funds available to affected
individuals and local governments.
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THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
December 17, 1992
Dear Jim:
Thank you so much for your expression of
confidence. It was a tough campaign, but
we are thankful for so many blessings --
among them our family and millions of
wonderful supporters like you. We have
the satisfaction of having given it our
best, but clearly victory was not to be.
Barbara and I will always be grateful for
the privilege that we have had of serving
the American people.
Best wishes to you and Linda.
Sincerely,
Many Christmas
to you - Linda
as
Mr. James D. Robinson III
Apartment 51-C
Museum Tower
15 West 53rd Street
New York, New York 10019
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Dear Jim:
Thank you so much for your expression of
confidence. It was a tough campaign, but
we are thankful for so many blessings --
among them our family and millions of
wonderful supporters like you. We have
the satisfaction of having given it our
best, but clearly victory was not to be.
Barbara and I will always be grateful for
the privilege that we have had of serving
the American people.
Best wishes to you and Linda.
Sincerely,
GEORGE
Mr. James D. Robinson III
Apartment 51-C
Museum Tower
15 West 53rd Street
New York, New York 10019
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December 2, 1992
Dear am. President
Over Thanksgiving, Linda and I drank a toast to you and Barbara as we
thought about all that the two of you have given to this country and to the
world around us. I wanted to drop you a note to say thank you from two very
supportive admirers.
Our disappointment over the election has been made easier by the elegant way
you have responded and the model of leadership you have shown to all in the
days of transition. Your record of public service and accomplishment will fill
history books for generations.
With great admistion and respect
Sincerely,
Jan
The Honorable George Bush
President of the United States
The White House
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20510
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
December 17, 1992
Dear Lynda:
Thank you for your thoughtful note and warm
expression of sympathy. Dorothy Walker Bush
was a caring and kind person and a loving
mother, and we will miss her.
As for the move, we, like you, have a special
place in our hearts for Texas, so you understand
that Barbara and I are looking forward to
returning to friends in Houston. There will
always be terrific memories of our days in
service here, but we're going to get into the
grandchildren business in a big way, and the
future looks bright.
Barbara joins me in sending best wishes to you
and Chuck and your entire family.
Sincerely,
I had a zueet
letter from your
Mother, too
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Mrs. Lynda Johnson Robb
612 Chain Bridge Road
McLean, Virginia 22101
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Dear Lynda:
Thank you for your thoughtful note and warm
expression of sympathy. Dorothy Walker Bush
was a caring and kind person and a loving
mother, and we will miss her.
As for the move, we, like you, have a special
place in our hearts for Texas, so you understand
that Barbara and I are looking forward to
returning to friends in Houston. There will
always be terrific memories of our days in
service here, but we're going to get into the
grandchildren business in a big way, and the
future looks bright.
Barbara joins me in sending best wishes to you
and Chuck and your entire family.
Sincerely,
GEORGE
921217
Mrs. Lynda Johnson Robb
612 Chain Bridge Road
McLean, Virginia 22101
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November 24, 1992
Dear President Bush,
You will be missed in Washington by your
many friends here. I am one of those who
remembers your kindnesses to Chuck and my family
from our days in the White House to yours. I
remember our painful November and December days
of 1968 packing for our trip back to Texas.
(Our Lucinda was just born and hadn't seen her
Daddy.). I am sure that your friends there will
be eager to welcome you home just as they did us.
And maybe you will have a chance to enjoy the
pleasures that you deserve after so many years
of public service.
Your mother, was so kind to us when we met
in Maine. I was sorry to hear of her death --
and praises to the Lord for a life so full.
Sincerely,
Lynda J (ohnson) Robb
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THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
December 16, 1992
0915
FOR:
THE PRESIDENT
FROM:
BRENT SCOWCROFT
SUBJECT:
Telephone Call to President Salinas of Mexico
and Prime Minister Mulroney of Canada
DATE:
December 17, 1992
PURPOSE:
To express your appreciation for the priority
and personal attention given to the NAFTA
during the negotiating period, without which
agreement would have been impossible.
SECURE OR OPEN:
Open
INTERPRETER:
None required
PHONE NUMBER:
To be provided
CONTACT PERSON:
Robert Morley, NSC
TIME DIFFERENCE:
Canada none, Mexico -1
SUGGESTED TIMES:
9:15 a.m. EST
TOPICS OF
DISCUSSION:
North American Free Trade Agreement
Date of Submission:
Action:
Attachments
Tab A
Points to be Made
Tab B
Background Paper
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TELEPHONE CONVERSATION WITH
PRESIDENT SALINAS AND
BRIAN MULRONEY
-- Brian, Carlos, how are you?
Negotiations on a North American Free Trade Agreement We Voegan
This is a very important day for all of us.
Not followl letter
eighteen months ago. It has been a long haul.
--
I shall be signing the agreement at 2:30 today at the OAS,
and am delighted to hear you are also signing today.
:
We are laying the foundation for an economic partnership
that will bring benefits to our citizens for decades to
come.
:
I want to express my appreciation to you for your personal
involvement in this effort. The NAFTA would not have been
possible without your strong leadership and political
courage.
--
We share a vision of an open, prosperous North American
BUSH LIBRARY PHOTOCOPY GEORGE BUSH HANDWRITING
market. Now that vision is close to reality. I feel a
great sense of satisfaction in that, and I am sure you do
also.
--
Please also convey my congratulations to (Canadian Minister
for International Trade) Michael Wilson and (Mexican
Secretary of Commerce) Jaime Serra.
-- I intend to speak out in favor of early Congressional action
on the NAFTA.
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-- I hope you also will seek early approval of the NAFTA by the
legislatures of Canada and Mexico. It is important for all
three countries that legislative approval occur as soon as
possible.
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CONFIDENTIAL
-CONFIDENTIAL
CONFIDENTIAL
CONFIDENTIAL
BACKGROUND PAPER
On December 17, President Salinas, Prime Minister Mulroney, and
you will sign the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) in
separate ceremonies. Your conference call to Salinas and
Mulroney at 9:15 a.m. would occur just prior to Mulroney's
signing. The Salinas event will be in the afternoon around the
time of your signing at the OAS.
The NAFTA is one of the most comprehensive trade agreements ever
negotiated. It is also the first international trade accord to
address, through side agreements, a wide range of environmental
and labor issues. The signing of the NAFTA marks the end of a
process begun in June 1991. The formal negotiations concluded in
July 1992, and on october 7 you joined Salinas and Mulroney in
San Antonio to witness the initialing of the agreement.
Before the agreement can be implemented, it must receive approval
of the U.S., Canadian, and Mexican legislatures. Approval by the
Mexican legislature will not be a problem because Salinas' PRI
party holds most of the seats and the agreement has broad popular
support. While the NAFTA is unpopular in Canada because of
concerns about job-flight to Mexico and the U.S., Mulroney is
confident that he can secure parliamentary approval.
Salinas, in particular, is known to be concerned about possible
efforts by the new administration to hold up Congressional action
and seek changes in either the NAFTA, or the side agreements on
labor and the environment. President-elect Clinton's statements
have apparently not dispelled these concerns although Salinas
reacted positively to Clinton's support for the agreement.
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TELEPHONE CONVERSATION WITH
PRESIDENT MASIRE OF BOTSWANA
Mr. President, I just wanted to call and thank you for what
you are doing for Somalia.
We've been very gratified by the strong support we've gotten
from around the world, and participation from a broad
spectrum of countries is very important.
Support from Africa will be vital to the success of this
coalition.
It is particularly appropriate that one of Africa's most
committed democracies was the first to stand up to support
this very important humanitarian operation, and I am
delighted that forces from Botswana will be the first from
Africa to go into Somalia.
The operation seems to be going well so far. As we get more
forces into Somalia we will be able to start guarding the
convoys and protecting the relief operations in the interior
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where the starvation is the worst.
Our aim is to quickly establish a secure environment for
relief operations, and then turn over the task of providing
security to a regular UN peacekeeping force.
I hope Botswana will be able to participate in that
operation as well.
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THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
December 16, 1992 02 DEC 16 P7: 07
FOR:
THE PRESIDENT
FROM:
BRENT SCOWCROFT
B
SUBJECT:
Telephone Call to President Masire of
Botswana
DATE:
Thursday, December 17
PURPOSE:
To express appreciation for Botswana's troop
contribution to operation Restore Hope.
SECURE OR OPEN:
Open
INTERPRETER:
None Required
PHONE NUMBER:
(267) 353-391 or 353-392 (residence)
CONTACT PERSON:
TBD
TIME DIFFERENCE:
+7
SUGGESTED TIMES: before noon
TOPICS OF
DISCUSSION:
see points at Tab A
Date of Submission: December 16, 1992
Action:
Attachment
Tab A
Points to be Made
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FAIRFAX
of
THE
Journal
Vol 54,
Malls find Salvation Army ringers a-pealing this year
By NORMAN GOMLAK
years ago from first lady Barbara
we're worried about," said a Tysons
the ban of the Salvation Army from
"She really rallied public support,
malls have asked those ringing bells
to attach tape or use a paper clip to
II representative at the time. "What
White Flint Mall in Rockvile, Md.
and I think it caused mall manage-
Journal staff writer
Bush.
The bells of The Salvation Army
It's just not an issue now, it's in-
will prevent the skinheads from com-
"There was a great outpouring of
ment to say, 'Are we making a mis-
reduce the sound of the clang.
"I've allowed them two places to
credible," Crabson said.
ing in and setting up shop? We're
outrage directed at the mall manage-
take here? We don't want to be the
are ringing again at Northern Virgin-
ment, said Crabson. He said mall
bad guys in this.' We certainly didn't
ring their bells, and to set up an An-
Four years ago, it looked like the
turning them down in the best inter-
ia shopping malls.
gel Tree," said Steve Johnson, mar-
est of the customer."
owners were concerned about the
expect the kind of uproar. People
Four years after some malls said
Salvation Army might become an en-
keting manager for Tysons II Gal-
dangered species at area malls.
Whatever the reason, Salvation
Army "being a downer on people,
still talk about it."
the holiday bell-ringers were either
not welcome or not allowed indoors,
While the owners of Tysons II at
Army officials in 1988 reported a 20
going into upscale places and creat-
Leon Ferracz, national spokesman
leria. "To me, the Salvation Army is
Christmas. I never understood peo-
the time banned the Salvation Army,
percent drop in donations.
ing a sense of guilt or obliga-
for the Salvation Army, said he be-
most malls have found a place for the
other malls asked representatives to
"It was the low mark for any nega-
tion That's not our intention.'
lieves mall owners recognized that
Salvation Army worker with the bell
ple who wouldn't let them inside.
and kettle.
Maj. William Crabson, general
operate outside.
tive reaction to Salvation Army
Crabson gives a lot of credit to
the Salvation Army stations are
secretary for the Salvation Army in
At the time, mall representatives
Christmas fund-raising activity in the
Bush, who publicly criticized mall
"good for business" and create a
Even Tysons II Galleria - where a
previous owner turned away the Sal-
Washington, attributed the change
said they were worried about the
major shoppings areas,' Crabson
owners for banning the Salvation
spirit of good will.
in heart to public outrage at the
possibility that other groups would
said.
Army and kicked off the bell-ringing
"We do have some problems in a
vation Army in 1988 for fear it would
attract unwanted people - now
bans, meetings with mall officials,
demand to be let indoors.
While working for the Salvation
campaign at Pentagon City Mall in
Please see ARMY, A2
opens its doors. But officials at some
and a show of public support a few
"It's not the Salvation Army that
Army in 1988, Crabson heard about
1990.
armed with bells can be seen inside
Sherry Lewis, marketing director
ARMY, from A1
all eight Northern Virginia shopping
for Springfield Mall. said. "We're the
malls.
world's biggest supporter of the Sal-
few areas, but overall there seems to
"It hasn't caused any problems or
vation Army."
be more acceptance every year,'
any grief or complaints or comments
Ferraez said. "In fact we have about
or anything," said Debbie Withers,
Lewis said there have been some
18,000 kettles out every year,
spokeswoman for Tysons Corner
complaints about the bells, but add-
whereas last year we had only
Center. "People like seeing [Salva-
ed that she spoke to workers about
15,000 kettles out last year.
tion Army representatives] here.
reducing the noise. "Thes are quiet-
Today, Salvation Army workers
They'r part of Christmas.'
ly ringing the bells.
THE BOSTON GLOBE
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 16. 1992
Bush warns on US retreat
from international affairs
By John W. Mashek
GLOBE STAFF
COLLEGE STATION. Texas -
In a major speech summarizing his
foreign policy stewardship. depart-
ing President Bush warned yester-
day against any US retreat from its
international responsibilities.
"A retreat from American lead-
ership, from American involvement.
would be a mistake for which future
generations, indeed our own chil-
dren, would pay dearly," Bush told a
cheering audience of 7,500 at Texas
A&M University.
Excerpts, Page 34.
His presidential library and mu-
seum will be built on this conserva-
tive campus in central Texas.
Bush did not name President-
elect Bill Clinton, who will take over
the Oval Office Jan. 20.. The center-
piece of Clinton's campaign was a
promise to rejuvenate the nation's
AFP PHOTO
weakened domestic economy.
President Bush pauses during applause at his foreign policy speech
But after the audience hissed
yesterday at Texas A&M University, site of his presidential library.
when Bush mentioned that he would
leave office in 36 days, he quieted
blance of a return to isolationism.
plication limited in scope and time."
the listeners, saying he was confi-
"From some quarters. we hear
The Bush library site, which the
dent his successor would work to
voices sounding the retreat. We've
presidential motorcade drove by on
preserve historic US principles in
carried the burden too long," Bush
his way to deliver the speech, is a 90-
warned. But he said that while the
acre tract presently a horse pasture.
foreign policy.
end of the Cold War had raised new
Construction on George Bush
"He's going to have my support
problems. it had also opened new op-
Drive is scheduled to begin in 1995
and I'll stay out of his way. And I
portunities. including free trade and
and be completed in 1997. Private
really mean that." Bush added.
While pointing to US foreign
the destruction of nuclear weapons.
donations will pay for the $81 million
policy successes, such as the collapse
By helping other nations. Bush
facility, including the library, a mu-
of Soviet communism and the defeat
said, the United States was helping
seum and a center for presidential
of Iraq in the Gulf War, Bush said,
itself. If the nation had failed to re-
studies.
"We can't rest while a handful of
spond recently to the starving peo-
During his speech, Bush said he
renegade regimes aspire to obtain
ple of Somalia, Bush said that would
and his wife Barbara expected to
weapons of mass destruction with
"scar the soul of our nation."
spending more time at the school "as
which to threaten their neighbors or
At one point. Bush suggested
that his critics had wanted to empha-
a part of the A&M family." The stu-
even America."
dents and audience let out the Aggie
At one point in his 35-minute ad-
size domestic needs over foreign
war whoop, a trademark cheer at
dress. Bush seemed emotional. He
policy. Bush did not mention Clinton,
athletic events.
received a long standing ovation
but during the campaign the Demo-
when he said. "much of my public life
crat accused Bush of spending too
Bush wants to deliver at least
has been dedicated" to US ideals and
much time on international matters
one more farewell speech before
freedom. He bowed his head as if
and too little on the stagnant econo-
leaving office, perhaps at a service
overcome or embarrassed by the tri-
my.
academy, according to White House
bute.
On US use of military force.
aides. Since Bush was a Navy pilot in
The focus of his pointed address
Bush said it should be considered
World War II, the Naval Academy
was that US national security would
only "where the stakes warrant.
in Annapolis, Md., could prove the
be hurt, not helped. by any sem-
where it can be and its ap-
site.
DAILY NEWS
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Thursday, December 17. 1992
URBAN GAZETTE
A-DRESSING THE FIRST LADY
Designers are flocking in to do Hillary's frocks
worked in couture in Paris for
Givenchy, and then for Bill
By LIZ RITTERSPORN
watchers are saying, is proba-
says. "She tends to like my
Blass," says the Philadelphia-
Daily News Staff Writer
bly closer to the latter. And
suits and sportswear, and
born designer. "It was Bill who
that's good news for New York
some of my looks are slightly
told me to "get out and do
ILL HILLARY BE
designer Randy Kemper, who
dressy, which she probably
shows, and meet the women
who will wear your clothes. I
tention because it would be
ton's election-night purple
W
the first First Lady
was asked by Hillary Clinton's
needs right now.
staff to submit suits and sepa-
"She's young and fashion-
wouldn't be where I am today
the last such rundown?
knit jacket and skirt. "I was
since Jackie to be a
able, and it's going to be very
without them. It gives you a
And don't for a minute for-
so thrilled, I felt I was part of
real fashion leader? Or will
rates for consideration as part
exciting. But she's not drop-
great sense of who you are
get Rosalynn Carter's dress
history."
the savvy Mrs. Clinton settle
of the White House wardrobe.
for merely appropriate garb.
Kemper, 33, has already sent
ping $2,100 on suits."
dealing with. They tend to be
for her husband's inaugural
The suit had also been se-
off six ensembles to Little
Kemper's suits and sepa-
such nice people."
ball, which just happened to
lected by a member of Mrs.
and leave fashion fireworks to
be the same one she wore
Clinton's personal staff and
Rock. "She obviously needs
rates are priced reasonably,
Other clothes are being
those on the best-dressed list?
clothes immediately," Kemper
almost in the "bridge" (under
rounded up from the design-
four years earlier to his gu-
two salesclerks during a
The answer. White House
$500) category.
ers Mrs. Clinton first became
bernatorial party.
trunk showing last summer of
His prices may be low, but
acquainted with in her home-
Chances are that Hillary
Martin's fall collection at the
his credentials are high. "I
town's "two best stores, B.
Clinton will put her special
B. Barnett shop.
Barnett and Barbara Jean,
stamp on fashion, too.
Like Kemper's, Martin's
clothes don't bear any out-of-
'She obviously
Ltd.," says Kemper.
First Lady fashion has al-
NOTHER DESIGNER
sight price tags. The sepa-
needs clothes
ways been cause for com-
A
favored by Mrs. Clinton
rates range from about $70 to
ment. Remember Nancy in
is Peggy Martin of Chica-
$350. The price of the purple
her rich-lady clothes, and Pat
go, whose New York office is
suit was about $450.
immediately,'
in her "good Republican
in the same W. 40th St. build-
Martin says she believes
cloth coat"? Remember Bar-
ing as Kemper's.
Mrs. Clinton's taste in clothes
Kemper says.
bara, detailing her new Ar-
"I flipped on the TV, and
reflects what she expects will
nold Scaasi inaugural-ward-
when I saw Hillary in my suit,
be her husband's "down-to-
robe to the press with the
I started screaming," says
Earth, close-to-the-people ad-
admonition that they pay at-
Martin, recalling Mrs. Clin-
ministration."
Document No. 36727458
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
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DATE:
12/15/92
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
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PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: NAFTA SIGNING CEREMONY
SUBJECT:
THURSDAY, DEC. 17 - 2:30 p.m. OAS BLDG.
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCBRIDE
BAKER
MOORE
SCOWCROFT
MULLINS
DARMAN
PETERSMEYER
BATES
PORTER
BRADY
X
SMITH
BROMLEY
TUTWILER
CALIO
ZOELLICK
DEMAREST
BOSKIN
FITZWATER
DELAND
GRAY
MCGROARTY
HOLIDAY
HORNER
REMARKS:
The attached has been forwarded to the President.
RESPONSE:
PHILLIP D. BRADY
Assistant to the President
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 2702
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
P2:22
15 December 1992
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
THROUGH:
DAN MCGROARTY Duer
FROM:
ANDREW FERGUSON as
SUBJECT:
NAFTA SIGNING CEREMONY
On Thursday, December 17, at 2:30 p.m., you will address an
audience of 300 people in the OAS Building's Hall of the
Americas. This is one of three signing ceremonies taking place
simultaneously in Washington, Ottawa, and Mexico city.
This draft includes your paragraph on the Brady Plan (p. 2)
and reflects staff comments as well.
8976
December 15, 1992
DRAFT
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
NAFTA SIGNING
ORGANIZATION OF THE AMERICAN STATES
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 17, 1992
(Acknowledgements) Throughout history, the destiny of
nations has often been shaped by chance -- by the things that
happen to them. Then there are those unique nations who shape
their destinies by choice -- by the things that they make happen.
Three such nations come together today: Mexico, Canada, and the
United States of America.
By signing the North American Free Trade Agreement, we have
committed ourselves to a better future -- for our children and
for generations yet unborn. This agreement will remove barriers
to trade and investment across the two largest undefended borders
on the globe. We can scarcely imagine today the economic energy
we will release tomorrow, when 360 million citizens are set free
to build and buy and invest in the biggest free market the world
has ever seen.
I want to pay a personal tribute to my partners in this
endeavor -- two rare and gifted leaders, and two special, valued
friends -- without whose courage, leadership, and vision this day
would not have come. When the history of our era is written, it
will be said that the citizens of all the Americas were truly
fortunate that Mexico and Canada -- two great nations and two
proud peoples -- were led by President Carlos Salinas and Prime
Minister Brian Mulroney. For Mexico especially, the NAFTA is a
bold undertaking, made possible by President Salinas' brave
reforms to invigorate the Mexican economy.
It is especially fitting that an American President sign
this agreement in this great Hall of the Americas, the home of
2
the Organization of American States. For the NAFTA represents
the first giant step towards fulfillment of a dream that has long
inspired us all -- the dream of a hemisphere united by economic
cooperation and free competition. Because of what we have begun
here today, I believe the time will come when trade is free from
Alaska to Argentina, when every citizen of the Americas has the
opportunity to share in new growth and expanding prosperity. I
hope and trust that the North American Free Trade area can be
extended to Chile and other worthy partners in South America,
Central America, and the Caribbean.
Free trade throughout the Americas is an idea whose time has
come. A new generation of democratic leaders has staked its
future on that promise. Under their leadership, a tide of
economic reform and trade liberalization is transforming the
hemisphere.
Today, as a result, the hemisphere is growing again. For
the first time in years more capital is flowing into the Americas
for new investment than is flowing out. Every major debtor
nation, from Mexico to Argentina, has negotiated a successful
agreement to reduce and restructure its commercial bank debt
under the Brady Plan.
Let me offer a brief aside about the Brady Plan. I remember
telling my good friend, Secretary Nick Brady -- okay, we'll call
it the Brady Plan. But if it's successful, we're going to call
it the Bush Plan. I think history will show that the leadership
of our distinguished Treasury Secretary did pay off -- the Plan
has been highly successful. And by the way, the name will always
be -- and should always be -- the Brady Plan.
Under the Enterprise for the Americas Initiative and other
programs, many nations [[-- Jamaica, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia,
3
Paraguay, Argentina, El Salvador, Uruguay --]] have reduced, or
shortly will reduce, their official debt with the United States.
The Initiative allows interest payments on official debt to be
channeled into trust funds that support environmental and child
development projects.
To those in other regions struggling to reform statist
economies, Latin America shines as a solid example of hope that
hyperinflation can be tamed, growth can be revitalized, and new
investment and trade can accelerate if developing nations stay
the course through the difficult challenge of economic
restructuring.
These profound economic changes are a tribute to a
courageous group of democratic leaders in Latin America and the
Caribbean. Their revolutionary vision has altered forever the
face of the Americas. Their friendship and counsel have been
enormously gratifying to me as President. But these profound
changes, along with the NAFTA itself, reflect a broader and, I
believe, more fundamental change in relations between the United
States and the nations of this hemisphere.
For many decades, we have proclaimed ambitious goals for
ourselves -- of a good neighbor policy, of an alliance for
progress, of a partnership built on mutual respect and shared
responsibility. Those goals are rapidly becoming a reality. I
believe that in the future America's relations with Latin America
and the Caribbean will grow even stronger. I was pleased to hear
President-elect Clinton affirm that goal in his remarks recently
to both the Rio Group and to the Caribbean-Latin America Action
Conference.
This century's epic struggle between totalitarianism and
democracy is over; democracy has prevailed. Today, we see
4
unfolding around the world a revolution of hope and courage,
propelled by the aspiration of ordinary people for freedom and a
better life. The world will long remember the images of that
struggle -- a citizen of Berlin, sitting atop the Wall, chipping
away with his hammer and chisel; Boris Yeltsin and his followers
waving the flag of free Russia, defying the tanks and coup
plotters.
Here, in this hall, it is worth remembering that the global
democratic revolution surged forward in Latin America. No people
struggled for freedom against oppression more bravely than the
people of this hemisphere. No people sacrificed more to create a
new life. Here in the Americas we are constructing a hopeful
model of the new post-cold war world of which we dream.
This is the first hemisphere -- and the OAS is the first
regional organization in the world -- to take on, through the
Santiago Declaration, the formal, collective responsibility to
defend democracy.
In this hemisphere, the weapons of mass destruction --
strategic missiles as well as nuclear, chemical and biological
weapons -- have been rejected voluntarily.
In this hemisphere, we have created new models of
multilateral cooperation to help resolve the conflicts that have
tormented Central America.
In this hemisphere, we have forged a new partnership to
defeat the global menace of narco-trafficking.
Still, we are not satisfied. The birth of democracy has
raised expectations throughout the Americas; now democracy must
deliver. The communications revolution has opened our eyes to
the wider world; we are no longer blind to limits on legitimate
5
political participation, to official corruption, or to economic
favoritism.
If democracy is to be consolidated, the gulfs that separate
the few who are very rich from the many who are very poor, that
divide civilian from military institutions, that split citizens
of Spanish heritage from indigenous peoples -- these gulfs must
be bridged. Economic reform must ensure upward mobility and new
opportunities for a better life for all citizens of the Americas.
To fulfill its promise, democratic government must guarantee
not only the right to regular elections, but human rights and
property rights, swift and impartial justice, and the rule of
law. Democratic governments must deliver basic services; their
institutions must be strengthened and modernized. To defend
democracy successfully, the OAS must strengthen the tools at its_
disposal. I commend the new steps you took this week to suspend
non-democratic regimes. Together we must also create new means
to end historic border disputes and to control the competition in
conventional weaponry.
In all this, the United States bears a special
responsibility. We face a moment of maximum opportunity -- but
also continued risk. We must remain engaged -- for more than
ever before, our future is bound up with the future of the
Americas. In the struggle to defend democracy, our most
cherished values are at stake.
This year marks the 500th anniversary of a voyage of
discovery to the new world. Let this also be a time of
rediscovery for my country, the United States, of the importance
of our own hemisphere. Travel to Miami or El Paso; Los Angeles
or Chicago or New York -- and listen to the language of our
neighborhoods. We are tied to the Americas, not just by
6
geography or history, but by who we are as a people. No one
knows that more profoundly than this proud grandfather.
If we are equal to the challenges before us, we can build in
the Americas the world's first completely democratic hemisphere.
This hemisphere can be, as well, a zone of peace, where trade
flows freely, prosperity is shared, the rule of law is respected,
and the gifts of human knowledge are harnessed for all.
More then 150 years ago, Simon Bolivar, (see-MONE-bo-LEE-
var) the liberator whose statue stands outside this hall, spoke
about "an America united in heart, subject to one law, and guided
by the torch of liberty." My friends: here in this hemisphere
we are on the way to realizing Bolivar's dream. Today, with the
signing of the North American Free Trade Agreement, we take
another giant step towards making the dream a reality.
Thank you very much.
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THE WHITE HOUSE
MRS. BUSH'S PRESS OFFICE
DAILY PRESS CLIPPINGS
Friday, December 18, 1992
Mrs. Bush
(in folder)
Susan Porter Rose
Julie Cooke
Anna Perez
Joan DeCain
Laurie Firestone
Ann Brock
Sondra Haley
Jean Becker
Sally Runion
Jane Moore
Peggy Swift
Anne Griffith
Room 98 OEOB
Diana Kellogg
Room 157 OEOB
Secretary Baker
West Wing
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West Wing
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West Wing
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West Wing
Margaret Tutweiler
West Wing
Steve Provost
Room 118 OEOB
Patty Presock
Residence
Gregg Petersmeyer
Room 100 OEOB
Shirley Green
Room 94 OEOB
Karen Connell
Room 58 OEOB
Carol Powers
West Wing
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Room 268 OEOB
Carolyn Washington
Room 268 OEOB
Benita Somerfield
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First Lady Detail
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Chronological Files
Event Files
(originals)
NEW YORK NEWSDAY, THURSDAY. DECEMBER 17, 1992
RENO AT LARGE
'Billary' Should
Take the Bill Out
And Be Hillary
If Hillary Clinton is half the woman they
I guess this is what happens when a nation
say she is, she'll reassume her maiden name,
and its media are conditioned over 12 years
register as an agent for the government of
to ladies like Mrs. Reagan, who wore $12,000
Romania, accept positions on the boards of
dresses and consulted stargazers on matters
directors of several major defense contrac-
of state, or Mrs. Bush, whose most memora-
tors and announce she's setting up a law
ble intrusion into policy was to declare, "I've
practice specializing in representing clients
had it with abortion." Personally, I don't see
before the regulatory agencies in Washing-
why Mrs. Clinton has to be either a pillow-
ton.
talking insider or an out-front cat's paw for
And then she'll say that if anybody doesn't
her husband's policies. If she's so damn
like it they can lump it. There's simply no
smart I'd be more impressed if she an-
other way she can re-
nounced she'd meddle in defense, had noth-
claim herself.
ing to do with naming Lloyd Bentsen and a
When asked last
couple of Wall Street tycoons to the top eco-
week what his wife's
nomic jobs, that she despises the death pen-
role would be, the presi-
alty, finds Al Gore a crashing bore and will
dent-elect said: "I am
make Clinton sleep on the sofa until he fully
not prepared to define
funds Head Start.
her role in the White
House yet. But I will
before long."
The implication is
clear: Mrs. Clinton is
Robert
not a human being, but
a political chattel, a
Reno
hunk of meat, waiting
to be "defined," perhaps by a committee of
the transition team which will take polls and
weigh the relative merits of cookie baking
and presiding over teas VS. an active role and
the danger that she'll be perceived as pushy,
bossy and clever. Even now; along with re-
sumes of job applicants, this group may be
poring over such minutiae as whether the
headband comes back or stays in the drawer.
The demeaning process of artificially "de-
fining" this grown woman is the inevitable
result of the early decision by Clinton cam-
paign strategists - perhaps even by Hillary
herself - to be hypersensitive to all the me-
dia twaddle and Republican innuendoes
about her influence and involvement, the
underlying implication always being that if
she could discuss policy intelligently she
must be a malign, power mad, conniving bat-
tleaxe. It boiled down, basically, to the fat-
uous issue of whether or not Mrs. Clinton
had a brain. Instead of merely announcing
that she did, have a brain that is - and what
of it? - they overtly schemed to create a
softer, more unfocused, unprovocative,
vague, a more wifely, not to say simpering
and insipid, version of this accomplished,
educated woman, prattling away with Katie
Couric on morning TV.
And so to this day, the New York Times is
still printing tedious articles full of anony-
mous sources chattering, on the one hand,
that Mrs. Clinton will exert her influence
through "pillow talk" and, on the other, that
"her advisers said that if Mrs. Clinton takes
too much time before staking her ground on
issues like children her detractors will por-
tray her as pulling Mr. Clinton's strings on
other issues." Or they say how her advisers
are plotting to "defuse questions that she'll
meddle in defense and issues she is not
knowledgeable about."
THE WASHINGTON POST
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 17, 1992 D5
FAMILY ALMANAC
Required
A Son in Need of a Boost
By Marguerite Kelly
Q.
I am very concerned about
It may mean that he will have
Your son also could go back
our eldest son. Even
to do temp work, or-take a
to school himself, if not for
though he is 34 and has been on
lesser job, but there is honor in
another degree. than for extra
his own for a long time, I still
all honest work, and there also
courses in his own or another
care about him greatly.
is glory: Those who work in
field. If he didn't want the
The problem is this: He
jobs they dislike, or for less pay
credit, he could even audit the
worked for a company for three
than they are due, deserve
course, which would be much
years and was then fired
everyone's respect.
because of a scale-down. That
Unfortunately, it may not be
cheaper.
was two years ago.
easy for him to get even a
Basically, you want to help
It so pains me to hear him
minimum-wage job in his town
your son to understand that his
say that the job market for his
if it's a one-industry town and
old life was good, but it was
skills has literally dried up in
the industry has been wiped
much too narrow. There always
California, and lately for the
out. He still can turn a trauma
are other roads to take and
rest of the country.
into an opportunity, however.
some of them will be just as
My husband and I worked
The process isn't easy, but it
right for him as the one he
very hard to educate
will do much to restore his
walked before.
him-once he decided what he
morale.
You also want him to realize
wanted to be-and he also
that with 30 working years
worked very hard at his
His success will depend
ahead; a couple of down years
part-time job and at his studies.
largely on his flexibility. Even
don't matter.
Finally he was almost a PhD
though your son wants to work
And finally you want him to
student but left to take a job. It
in his field, and in his home
know that you're solidly,
seemed like such a good future
area, the winners of life usually
forever, in his corner. Like
for him, only to be crushed in
are willing to take a few risks.
the end.
anyone who mourns, he needs
This may mean working out of
What to do? How do I deal
frequent calls and letters much
town for a few days each week,
with him? Do you have any
more than money and advice.
commuting several hours a day
morale boosters for our family?
Your attentions will help him
or even moving somewhere
handle this crisis better than
A:
The loss of a job is terribly
else, and it probably means
anything else, and the better he
demoralizing, on the level
earning less money at
handles it, the better he will
of a grave illness or even a
first-probably considerably
handle the next one. We build
death. It's almost as hard to
less.
lose dreams as it is to lose
our lessons, one on the other.
If there are no jobs available,
loved ones.
encourage your son to work
Questions may be sent to P.O.
As with any mourning, your
without pay for a few hours a
Box 15310, Washington, D.C.
son is sure to feel anger, and
then apathy, until he finds
week at a hospital, a school or a
20003.
another job. At this point he
social agency, where he can not
1992. Tribune Media Services Inc.
must be almost frozen in his
only discover the joys of giving
depression, and he needs your
but where he can use some of
help to get out of it.
his skills. This will keep them
You can't give him another
sharp and also put him in a
job, but you can give him plenty
position to hear about a job in
of encouragement. He needs to
his field.
know that you have faith in him,
New experiences also might
that it's just a matter of time
open up new horizons, which
until he gets work, and that you
will encourage your son to
always will be proud of him, no
follow his other interests. We
matter what he does. Pride in
all are born with three to four
the job-rather than pride in
the man-only will cause
natural talents but it often
distress.
takes a shock to make us look
It's grand that your son has a
beyond the first one.
special skill, and that he has
Many public schools and
been able to use it, but if he
parks in California hire people
can't get this kind of work, you
on a part-time basis to teach
should urge him to take any
children their special skills
work he can get. It is too
after school, although it's
depressing for him to sit home
usually up to these employees
and do nothing, for everyone
to go to them and to suggest
needs to accomplish something
the class.
every day.
THE PRESIDENT
Dec. 17, 1992
Your Last Day
Dear Bill-
Thanks for a job well
done! You have been at my
side through good times and
not-so-good times and you're
done the job well.
Now, it's right that you
90 home. Talu moth you
mg sincere thanks - my
lasting gratitude - and my
happiness with Kelly and the
hopes for a life full of
new baby -
God's speed !
P.S. Don't tell
Rose !! (see attached
Cg Bul
box)
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON, D.C.
Duty
The Honorable Carla Hills
United States Trade Representative
Room 209
600 17th Street, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20506
(By Courier)
The DayNafta was signal
Dec. 17, 1992
THE PRESIDENT
Freen Carla,
I was 20 proud of you
today. Here are some souvenies
for same of the people in your
office- little reminders of what the
USTR team accomplished on
two important NAFTA.
I hope our successors
show the sam determation
and courage that you showed
throughout all this
Meny Christmas GBl -
CC: (in & out)
Rose Zamaria (1cc)
THE WHITE HOUSE
Daily
Mr. Phillip L. Goodman
Executive Vice President
Boehme Filatex Incorporated
209 Watlington Industrial Drive
Reidsville, North Carolina 27320-8662
THE PRESIDENT
December 17, 1992
Dear Mr. Goodman,
Many thanks for your very uplifting letter and your kind offer
to attend the grand opening ceremony of your new factory.
Unfortunately, I am unable to accept your thoughtful
invitation, but want you to know how much I appreciate it.
What a great success story yours is! Today I signed the North
American Free Trade Agreement and thought you might like to
have a copy of my remarks. Thanks so much for your support on
this important issue. Merry Christmas to you and all your
employees at Boehme Filatex.
Sincerely,
G Ball
WILL NEED TO ATTACH
A COPY OF THE PRESIDENT
'S REMARKS FROM TODAYS
CEREMONY
CC: incoming Itr&out
Rose Zamaria (1cc)
THE WHITE HOUSE
Office of the Press Secretary
For Immediate Release
December 17, 1992
REMARKS BY THE PRESIDENT
AT NORTH AMERICAN FREE TRADE AGREEMENT
SIGNING CEREMONY
The Organization of American States
Washington, DC
2:32 P.M. EST
THE PRESIDENT: Thank you, Mr. Secretary General. And
let me say at the outset how very pleased I am to be here. May I
thank you for permitting us in welcoming -- permitting us to have
this ceremony here and welcoming us. I'm delighted to be back here.
I've been privileged as Vice President and President over the past 12
years to be here on quite a few occasions. And I am so thrilled that
this -- the final one -- is to sign the NAFTA agreement.
I want to salute so many people here today. I see so
many members of our Cabinet that worked diligently on this agreement,
whether it was Commerce under Bob Mosbacher; or Labor, Lynn Martin;
or the Environmental Protection Agency under Bill Reilly; the
Interior with Manuel Lujan. And we're all represented here today.
And the list should be inclusive, not exclusive because this has been
a massive team effort on the part of the Canadian government, the
Mexican government and certainly the U.S. side as well.
But I do want to single out Ambassador Jules Katz, who
is the Deputy to Carla Hills sitting over here, who worked tirelessly
on this agreement. And then, of course, our special representative,
the U.S. Trade Representative, Carla Hills, herself, sitting in the
middle, who made this a labor of love and put everything she had into
it. And we owe her a great vote of thanks from the U.S. side.
(Applause.)
Many others at the State Department, from Jim Baker on,
were extraordinarily interested in this, kept the diplomacy alive and
moving forward. And I salute them. Bernie Aronson is with us today.
I'm delighted to see him here. He, too, has taken this on as this
very special project. Arnold Kanter, our Acting Secretary -- today,
Acting Secretary of State -- is with us. And, as I say, Bernie
Aronson. And of course, I would be remiss if I singled out Americans
if I didn't mention one who came in with me here, General Brent
Scowcroft, who's done an awful lot to see that the White House was
fully involved in these proceedings.
So, there we are. And again I salute -- two more -- the
Mexican Ambassador to the United States, Gustavo Petricioli, who's
over here; and, of course, Derek Burney, over here. (Applause.)
And this -- I know we have many representatives from
other nations here, and I don't want to bore you with how things work
in this country, but we have tried since the beginning of these
negotiations to keep the various members of Congress, they key
members of Congress, fully engaged in this, having them understand
the gives and the takes that go with any complicated negotiation.
And I'm very pleased to see several of the key members of Congress,
MORE
JEB BUSH, CODINABUSH GROUP
12-10-92
"ilatex
AB
Dear
DAD,
This p a great letter regardy
NAFTA.
Love,
Jel Bun
North America on
business. I have learned firsthand that the proposed North American Free Trade
Agreement has aroused many speculative scenarios among the industrial markets of the
continent. Some of these assessments are positive but many are negative based on the
uncertainties of the agreement in all three countries. Our company, Boehme Filatex, Inc.,
a mid-sized textile chemical producer, is certainly going to benefit from the free trade
agreement.
Our company, only eleven years old, was begun with the true type of entrepreneurial
spirit that helped build this country into what it is today. From a five person organization
in 1982, we have grown to employ over one hundred fifty people, with two plants in the
United States, one in Canada, and a sales office in Mexico which we opened two years ago.
I believe we are an excellent example of what this spirit, unleashed in a free and open
market, can do for sales, profitability, and jobs. I believe this effect can be multiplied under
NAFTA not only by our firm, but also by countless others, if only they would dare.
Because of our growing success in Mexico and our vision of what the future holds,
we find it necessary to move one of our U.S. plants to a new and ultra modern location.
The new facility, presently under construction in Reidsville, North Carolina, will have over
five times the capacity of our present plant and will bring in more taxable revenue, consume
more raw materials, and ultimately create more new jobs for our community. All of the
employees at the old site will retain their jobs at the new location, which is less than 25
miles away.
Mexican firms, like our U.S. and Canadian customers, interested in our high quality
and unsurpassed service standards, are eager to buy our products. NAFTA will make it
much easier for them to do so. At this point few of our competitors are in Mexico because
they do not realize what unique opportunities Mexico and NAFTA offer. My reason for
writing this letter is to confirm what your efforts for free trade can do for American jobs.
Clough Chemical Inc.
Madol Products Group
Boehme Filatex Promociones
Quebec, Canada
Madison, North Carolina
Mexico City, Mexico
Tel: (514) 346-6848
Tel: (919)427-7117
Tel/Fax: (52-5) 531-4041
Recycled
Fax:(514) 346-7263
Fax: (919) 427-7106
Boehme Filatex Inc.
209 Watlington Industrial Drive
Reidsville, NC 27320-8662
Tel: (919) 342-6631
Fax: (919) 342-1208
Boehme Filatex
November 25, 1992
President George Bush
The White House
Washington, D.C. 20500
Dear Mr. President:
For the past five years I have traveled extensively throughout North America on
business. I have learned firsthand that the proposed North American Free Trade
Agreement has aroused many speculative scenarios among the industrial markets of the
continent. Some of these assessments are positive but many are negative based on the
uncertainties of the agreement in all three countries. Our company, Boehme Filatex, Inc.,
a mid-sized textile chemical producer, is certainly going to benefit from the free trade
agreement.
Our company, only eleven years old, was begun with the true type of entrepreneurial
spirit that helped build this country into what it is today. From a five person organization
in 1982, we have grown to employ over one hundred fifty people, with two plants in the
United States, one in Canada, and a sales office in Mexico which we opened two years ago.
I believe we are an excellent example of what this spirit, unleashed in a free and open
market, can do for sales, profitability, and jobs. I believe this effect can be multiplied under
NAFTA not only by our firm, but also by countless others, if only they would dare.
Because of our growing success in Mexico and our vision of what the future holds,
we find it necessary to move one of our U.S. plants to a new and ultra modern location.
The new facility, presently under construction in Reidsville, North Carolina, will have over
five times the capacity of our present plant and will bring in more taxable revenue, consume
more raw materials, and ultimately create more new jobs for our community. All of the
employees at the old site will retain their jobs at the new location, which is less than 25
miles away.
Mexican firms, like our U.S. and Canadian customers, interested in our high quality
and unsurpassed service standards, are eager to buy our products. NAFTA will make it
much easier for them to do so. At this point few of our competitors are in Mexico because
they do not realize what unique opportunities Mexico and NAFTA offer. My reason for
writing this letter is to confirm what your efforts for free trade can do for American jobs.
Clough Chemical Inc.
Madol Products Group
Boehme Filatex Promociones
Quebec, Canada
Madison, North Carolina
Mexico City, Mexico
Tel: (514) 346-6848
Tel: (919) 427-7117
Tel/Fax: (52-5) 531-4041
Recycled
Fax: (514) 346-7263
Fax: (919) 427-7106
President George Bush
Page 2
November 25, 1992
Our new factory will be fully operational in early 1993, and the management of our
company would like to invite you to be our guest of honor at our grand opening ceremony.
You certainly deserve to be honored as your initial efforts on behalf of free trade
throughout North America created the need to build this facility. I want to help make
Americans aware of the forward thinking your administration has shown to both large and
small businesses.
If you would be interested in attending this ceremony, we will be flexible with the
opening date to conform to your schedule. Any time in December or January will be
acceptable to us. I have enclosed some brochures on Boehme Filatex, Inc. and some
photographs of our existing plant as well as the new plant to further acquaint you with our
operation.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Very sincerely,
Phillips
Phillip L. Goodman
Executive Vice President
PLG/mc
Enclosures
Darly
THE WHITE HOUSE
Mr. Edward T. Flynn
Post Office Box 1486
Kennebunkport, Maine 04046
THE PRESIDENT
December 17, 1992
Dear Ed,
I received word of the beautiful flowers you and the
other agents there sent to my mother's funeral. You
know how much I loved her, and I can't tell you how much
your caring means to me. I will always be grateful for
being able to see her on the day she went to Heaven.
For all the Bushes, please thank those who contributed,
and pass along our warmest best wishes for a joyous
holiday season.
Sincerely,
GBl
No INCOMING
Danly
THE PRESIDENT
December 17, 1992
Dear Anne,
Thanks for your wonderful letter about Mum and the election.
I am glad to hear you're doing well and keeping involved.
November was a tough month, but Barbara and I are looking to
the future.
We're shifting gears to private life and planning our move to
Houston on January 20th, where our focus will primarily be on
my Presidential Library at Texas A&M. I hope you understand.
Best wishes for a joyous holiday and our best to your mom and
dad.
Sincerely GaBd
CC: R. Zamaria
THE WHITE HOUSE
4
copies, in/out
Miss Anne Walker
2492 Harvard Yard Mail Center
Straus A-22.
Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138-7514
cambridge, Straws Ma
02138-7514
them all to remember that their Dads are not really gone
because their Deds physical characteristics and personality are
carned on in them. And, as I think about our extended family
and how we all are dedicated to the family and strong willed I
realine that your mam, with family loyalty and conypetitioness being
no I her greatest characteristics, has not left us. I have no class
that everyone is going no miss your mem. but at least She lives on
through har children grandchitches and other relatives.
Finally, = am writing to you on benefits of the Harvard Internabonal
Review. Hanvards quartly fairned of International
affairs.
It is an excellent, well-respected fourned that If have loved working on
Since I arrived here this year. I do not know if you have yet
received the formal request From the Review, but we would be
honored if you would write fc us. (2) ceruse, we realine you are
probably overwhelined with work, So it is understendabler if you
cannot write. The after will be open to you at all times.
Also, I hope you can may be now make it to The Harvard/ Ya le
Fuotball came, electly a wolker/Bush relative at Harvard has turned vcie. the
ticle as Herverd wor its first startast, 14-0, in 20 years against
It seems to me that vale needs scime support. I their my
Gampy IS comeng up next year For the geore at You. Maybe the
Dear President Bush,
I hope you and Mos. Bushas doing well, I can imagine that
these past couple of menths have not been the guotest. I an
writing Per a ceriple of reasons. First, it is an understatement to say
that it stinks that you lost The election. I know that if peo ple
knew you the wen we do that everyone would have word for you.
I can only gress at how Frustrated you must be as I am one of
20 in The young Republicans clur of Howard and Redeliffe and 4 Own
very prustrated.
Also, I want to let yes know that I am reality scans about
the death of you mom as I write to your sister, although people
suy her cleath was okcar because she was 30 oicl, The jact of the
matter is that she is your mom and you went he around. I will
never forget my visits with your mum down if Hobe Suna She
always had a smire on her face and she sumetow remembered
my nov lavorite hosizies, play 7 the planu and field herey. I thise
she liker' discussing The field hockey because she had that
Competinic Streak in her.
Three of my best- Priends have list thei, fathers. 1 have total
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raveig up to Yale to seen his Kam krose.
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you and Mr. Bush continue to be healthy 1 happy.
love,
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SPOUSE
Mrs. Anne
SAL OUT
Jimmy & Vandy
DESCR
NOT Jr., named for uncle. GB's 1st cousin, son of *Louis
Walker (& Grace) * Her nickname is Vandy.
CODES
DB2 2Y CC2
FFNAME
"George Bush, N "GB, M "George," "Love to all" out.
HOME1
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Bronxville, NY 10708
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BUSINESS1 ABC World News Tonight
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His younger sisters: *Susue (Mrs. Davis) Robinson*
*Debbie (Mrs. Craig) Stapleton*
4BU
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& twin: *Betsy (Mrs. John) Field. *
Children: Loulie Berdell Walker (born (b)(6)
DATES
Anne White Walker (born (b)(6)
)
?
#D# (b)(6)
(F) Cousin James Wear Walker II birth date.
#D# (b)(6)
PRIV COMM
(F) Anne Walker (cousin James W. wife) birth date.
#G# FAMILY: WALKER. Jimmy (Jimmy). & Vandy: 12/90 LargePrint Signed.
SocSecNo: (b)(6)
#G# FAMILY: WALKER, M/M James II: 12/91 LargePrint.
8/92 Children were at 1992 National Convention.
CONTACT
12/19/91 Met with GB in Oval.
CORSPNDNC
1/25/91 GB thanks for 1/23 note.
3/7/91 GB thanked for his congrats at the end of Gulf War.
friends, too.' If
5/12/92 GB signs photo of them and adds: "Call this 3 cousins
:0607 * End of document.
BÜ
Diver
THE WHITE HOUSE
Miss Sophie West
2407 King Street :
Alexandria, Virginia 22301
THE PRESIDENT
the
December 17, 1992
Dear Sophie,
Thanks for your terrific letter and the very kind words
about me. Mrs. Bush and I have loved living in the White
House and are grateful for all the young Americans who
supported us. I like sports, too, and I really like
Arnold Schwarzenegger.
With future, best wishes for a happy holiday season and a bright
Sincerely,
Gg Be
P.S. Mrs. Bush and Millie say hi.
Dear Mr. President,
I know this letter probably doesn't
West and I am 10 years old.
Hil My name is Sophie
mean much to you, but it means
a great deal of alot to me.
you send lots of pictures andect.
I would have defintally voted
to my family: If I coulduote
for you! about mel well ak I
LOVE Sports! To me they are
great fun! I play Soccer (my
personal favorite, basketball
football at the Rec. Rec stands
every once in a while I play
for Recreationcenter its a place
were you do fun stuff. I live fairly
close to the Masonic temple.
(George Washington memorial) If
only letter to you. I think you
anything this will probably be my
I guess there is alaways, an end
did a great job as president but
to every thing (I hope not soccer)
Iam related to arnold Swartz.
thats neat1 Well I have to
go finish some work. Please if
you have a chance write back.
Thanks !
Sighned
Sophie mist
P.S. Say hil To Mrs. Bush +
any millie.
2407 King St.
Alex VA. 22301
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Durly
THE PRESIDENT
December 17, 1992
Dear Gerrit,
Thanks for your letter of December 6 and for the kind words
month, but Barbara and I are looking to the future. Please
about my mother and the election. November was a tough
thank, too, the Trustees of I.C. for their sentiments. I
appreciate their support.
Back to Houston on January 20th. My future schedule is
uncertain, so I cannot make any commitment at this time to
understand. With best wishes for a joyous holiday season, you
come to an Andover Board or Trustee gathering. I hope
Sincerely, as Bl
THE WHITE HOUSE
Mr. Gerrit M. Keator
President
International College
850 Third Avenue (18th Floor)
New York, New York 10022
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Older sister-in-laws: *Nancy Walker*
*Dorothy (Mrs. Prescott) Bush Sr.'
Brother-in-laws: the late G. H. Walker Jr. (*Mary*)
*James Wear Walker (wife: Sara)
*Louis Walker (wife: Grace) *
Children: *Judge John M. Walker Jr. (wife: Katharine)*
*George Mead Walker (wife: Connie) *
Loulie Wear Walker (3/46 to 9/56, dec'd)
*Elsie (Mrs. Allerton) Kilborne*
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*Randy T. Walker (wife: Nancy) *
#D# 9/6/15 (F) Aunt Louise "Lulu" Mead Walker birth date.
PRIV COMM
Dr. John M. Sr. "Johnny" dec'd 8/15/90.
#G# FAMILY: WALKER, Aunt Louise: 12/90 LargePrint Signed.
#G# FAMILY: WALKER, Mrs. John: 12/91 LargePrint.
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8/92 She at 1992 National Convention with guests: James
Knowles of New York and his two nephews, William (DOB (b)(6)
SocSecNo: (b)(6)
& Matthew Keator. James is President ; of
the Roger Smith Hotel, 501 Lexington Avenue, New York NY 10017,
(212) 755-1400. James is brother of Dr. Gerrit Keator who
writes GB. Gerrit's son, William: 19 Shaler Lane, Cambridge MA
02138, or Beaver Brook Farm, POBOX 2037, South Londonderry VT
05155. All are family friends of Walker clan.
CONTACT
8/29/91 She attended dinner in honor of PM and Mrs. John
Major in K'port.
CORSPNDNC
9/11/89 GB thanks for letter and adds "I was touched by your
good letter about John."
12/11/91 GB thanked for letter.
6/26/92 GB thanks her for 6/20 letter and sent a photo of
Yeltsin's visit.
11/16/92 GB thanks for letter re election and adds "I love
your ideas of 'telling the press!'"
[0601 * End of dMILY: WALKER, Mrs. John: 12/91 LargePrint.
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DEPARTMENT LIMITE
INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE
BEIRUT, LEBANON U.S. Office: 850 Third Avenue (18th Floor), New York, N.Y. 10022
Cable: NECAS New York
Telex No. 238219 INCOL UR
Phone: 212-319-2450
FAX: 212-752-6971
December 6, 1992
President and Mrs. George H.W. Bush
The White House
Washington, D.C. 20500
Dear President and Mrs. Bush,
What with a lengthy Middle East trip beginning the day after I pulled the G.O.P.
lever and then Thanksgiving Week, this is long overdue. I write not only from a family
point of view, but also from International College's.
The latter first... The Trustees of I.C. met in Bahrain in mid-November. We
reviewed the recent years. They expressed their great appreciation of your administration's
support. Our AID/ASHA grants permitted us to undertake a number of vital building
projects. They wished that I convey their sentiments and also congratulations on the
tremendous progress that has been made in the Middle East.
From the family... Marnie and I, joined by Jim and Phoebe Knowles and the rest of
our families, also extend to both of you congratulations on your term and very best wishes
for the future. "The grandparenting business" will never be better. Jim and Phoebe are now
into great-grandparenting!
We also extend our condolences to you upon the death of your mother. Marnie and I
had lunch with her at The Field Club in the spring of 1990. Marnie sat across from her and
reported that she was "sharp as a tack". The occasion was marking Wendy Stapelton's
confirmation. Marnie was Wendy's mentor and sponsor.
Profound thanks for your years in the White House and very best wishes.
Sincerely,
Smit Gerrit M. Keator
President
P.S. Can both of you come to a future Andover Board of Trustee gathering?
Daily
THE PRESIDENT
December 17, 1992
Dear Diane,
It was great seeing you the other day, and I hope
you like the attached pics. This is a quick note to
thank you for the lovely bag of books. They're
terrific, and I've shared them already.
Barbara and I looking forward to spending the
holidays with family at Camp David. With warmest
best wishes to you for a joyful holiday season,
Sincerely,
Got
Gave the President three books
1) attached
2) two children's. books- -
gave to Mrs. Bush
CC: R. Zamaria
1 copy
SHE HAS BEEN SENT AN OFFICIAL
THE 1
WHITE HOUSE CHRISTMAS CARD.
C.Free, Gift Ohit
w/ book
Please sign photo too
Mrs. Diane Ruebling
17195 Daniel Lane
Eden Prairie, Minnesota 55343
Det 7, 1992
with best wishes,to my special trund
ag Bud
To Diane Ruebling
Daily
December 17, 1992
THE PRESIDENT
Dear George,
Thanks for that great letter - -- I wish I could have been
there bonefishing. Here's the photo you wanted for Billy.
I was delighted to hear of his role as the Monroe County
Civil Defense Director and am proud of him and his crew.
In tough times like Hurricane Andrew. it is important that
we all pull togeter to get help to those who need it.
Barbara and I. are looking forward to our move to Houston
on Inaugural Day. Maybe once we get settled, we can work
In a relaxing day of fishing. With best wishes for a
joyous holiday season to all Hommells,
Sincerely,
/60/
RZ
CC: R.Zamaria
1 copy (in/out)
FROM
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON, D.C.
Mr. George Hommell, Jr.
Chairman
World Wide Sportsman, Incorporated
Post Office Drawer 787
Islamorada, Florida 33036
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
TELEPHONE MEMORANDUM
DECEMBER 17th
92
PRESIDENT BUSH
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THE WHITE HOUSE
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Office, Gaborone, Botswana
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WASHINGTON
TELEPHONE MEMORANDUM
SIGNAL SWITCHBOARD
December 17, 1992
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PRESIDENTIAL MOVEMENTS
LOCATION Washington, D.C.
DATE 17 December 1992
TIME
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South Grounds
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1243
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Residence
MEMORANDUM
OF CALL
Previous editions usable
TO:
Rose /Robin
YOU WERE CALLED BY-
YOU WERE VISITED BY-
Erin
OF (Organization)
Cornie Horner's office
PLEASE PHONE
FTS
AUTOVON
WILL CALL AGAIN
IS WAITING TO SEE YOU
RETURNED YOUR CALL
WISHES AN APPOINTMENT
MESSAGE
Re: Ed Lawson
Connie called him + tookcare
of everything will call his
brother a explain situation.
NO follow-up letter from the
President 15 necessary,
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December 17, 1992
FYI
1) PHONE CALL FOR THE PRESIDENT
From: Ed Lawson
Would appreciate a return call. He didn't leave subject, but
it's probably about the fax he sent you the other day (asking you
to sign a recess appointment for his brother, Eugene Lawson.
Mr. Lawson is presently "acting" President of the Import-Export
Bank.)
Erincalled back-
Ed lawsen brother
both spoke to Connie
of they understand
unr the appointment
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OF (Organization)
Henry Dormann
Leaders Magazine
PLEASE PHONE
FTS
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212-758-0740
WILL CALL AGAIN
IS WAITING TO SEE YOU
RETURNED YOUR CALL
WISHES AN APPOINTMENT
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THE WHITE HOUSE
Itom about 15
WASHINGTON
What now?
minutes that
November 17, 1992
attomoon ??
Dear Henry:
Thanks for your good letter of November 10, I have
asked Laurie Firestone to be sure you get that "rain
check." Although we won't be having any big
White House dinners, there will be several events
around Christmas -- one of which you might enjoy.
Henry, I have got to tell you I have concerns about doing
what you asked in paragraph one of your letter. I have
decided not to participate in anything that might saddle
the incoming President with any new arrangements. If he
decided, on his own with your advice, that such a plan
could be helpful to U.S. interests SO much the better.
I just don't believe I should be part of any planning
that could lead him to feel I was trying to present him
with a fait accompli of any kind. I do hope you
understand. This should in no way discourage your
innovative thinking.
BUSH LIBRARY PHOTOCOPY GEORGE BUSH HANDWRITING
Best wishes.
12/17/11
Sincerely,
4PM.
(15 Min
GBl
Mr. Henry 0. Dormann
Chairman and Editor-in-Chief
LEADERS
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10 November 1992
PERSONAL AND CONFIDENTIAL
Determined NOT to be
The President
National By Security Classified Marking
(NLGB)
on
The White House
02/06/25
Washington, D.C. 20500
Dear Mr. President:
Now let us look to the future.
I need to meet briefly with you to discuss the following:
1. After the trade agreement has been passed, I need to go
over with you my earlier proposal on the appointment of a
trilateral commission, composed of a former President of the
United States, a former President of Mexico and a former
Prime Minister of Canada to determine if this is a matter I
should bring up to the President-elect.
2. A forum of leaders to be held without the press. It
could immediately precede the opening of the U.N. session
each year in New York. This could be a major project that
would do a great deal of good for the world but I need to
explain it more in person.
3. The next decade will focus on two major areas. The first
will be the responsibility of governments and business to the
world and the second will be the environment which is really
part of the first. This area of "responsibility" could
become a major world project and would be something that a
leading figure (a former head of state) could inspire and
create.
Could we set a time in the next weeks to meet?
4. Six months ago you very kindly said that you would give
Lami
Alice and I a raincheck to attend one of the White House
dinners because we were unable to attend the one you so
kindly invited us to. Would it be possible to be included on
Yes
the next invitation list?
some ennt
The President
10 November 1992
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I'll look forward to hearing from you and hopefully to seeing
you really soon.
Cordially yours,
HENRY Many O. DORMANN
Chairman & Editor-in-Chief
P.S. Always remember that when history is written you will
be known as one of the most decent and greatest Presidents
this country has ever known - and I intend to help write
history.
Keep Smiling !
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THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
November 17, 1992
Dear Henry:
Thanks for your good letter of November 10, I have
asked Laurie Firestone to be sure you get that "rain
check." Although we won't be having any big
White House dinners, there will be several events
around Christmas -- one of which you might enjoy.
Henry, I have got to tell you I have concerns about doing
what you asked in paragraph one of your letter. I have
decided not to participate in anything that might saddle
the incoming President with any new arrangements. If he
decided, on his own with your advice, that such a plan
could be helpful to U.S. interests so much the better.
I just don't believe I should be part of any planning
that could lead him to feel I was trying to present him
with a fait accompli of any kind. I do hope you
understand. This should in no way discourage your
innovative thinking.
Best wishes.
Sincerely,
GBl
Mr. Henry 0. Dormann
Chairman and Editor-in-Chief
LEADERS
59 East 54 Street
New York, New York 10022
LEADERS
Determined NOT to be
10 November 1992
National Security Classified Marking
By Rue (NLGB) on 02/06/25
PERSONAL AND CONFIDENTIAL
Document Originally
The President
Attached to
The White House
Washington, D.C. 20500
Following Page
Dear Mr. President:
Now let us look to the future.
I need to meet briefly with you to discuss the following:
1. After the trade agreement has been passed, I need to go
over with you my earlier proposal on the appointment of a
trilateral commission, composed of a former President of the
United States, a former President of Mexico and a former
Prime Minister of Canada to determine if this is a matter I
should bring up to the President-elect.
2. A forum of leaders to be held without the press. It
could immediately precede the opening of the U.N. session
each year in New York. This could be a major project that
would do a great deal of good for the world but I need to
explain it more in person.
3. The next decade will focus on two major areas. The first
will be the responsibility of governments and business to the
world and the second will be the environment which is really
part of the first. This area of "responsibility" could
become a major world project and would be something that a
leading figure (a former head of state) could inspire and
create.
Could we set a time in the next weeks to meet?
4. Six months ago you very kindly said that you would give
Lami
Alice and I a raincheck to attend one of the White House
dinners because we were unable to attend the one you so
kindly invited us to. Would it be possible to be included on
Yes
the next invitation list?
ew
some
The President
10 November 1992
Page Two
I'll look forward to hearing from you and hopefully to seeing
you really soon.
Cordially yours,
HENRY Huny O. DORMANN
Chairman & Editor-in-Chief
P.S. Always remember that when history is written you will
be known as one of the most decent and greatest Presidents
this country has ever known - and I intend to help write
history.
Keep Smiling! !
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