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003697
Document No.
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
2/3/89
2/6/89 NOON
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: SWEARING-IN OF SECRETARY LUJAN
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
BREEDEN
ROGERS
CARD
WINSTON
CICCONI
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122, x2930,
with an info copy to my office, by NOON, Monday, February 6,
1989. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
okay
GBW
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
003697
Document No.
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
2/3/89
2/6/89 NOON
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUEBY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: SWEARING-IN OF SECRETARY LUJAN
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
/
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
BREEDEN
ROGERS
CARD
WINSTON
CICCONI
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122, x2930,
with an info copy to my office, by NOON, Monday, February 6,
1989. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
7
(Klugmann)
February 3, 1989
1:00 p.m.
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: SWEARING-IN OF SECRETARY LUJAN FEB .3
DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
PM
1:46
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 1989
Thank you very much. It is a pleasure to be here for the
swearing-in of Manuel Lujan as the 46th Secretary of Interior.
I
have known Manuel from the days when we served in the Congress
together. He is an extremely capable man, a very fair man, and a
man dedicated to his country.
Manuel Lujan has long experience with the important issues
of this department. He served with distinction as the Ranking
Member on the House Committee of Interior and Insular Affairs,
and he has a demonstrated commitment to public service, with
20 years in the Congress. And through his work with his
constituents and with those who came before his committee, he has
been in very close touch with the people of America, the people
who are affected by the policies of Government. And that quality
of receptiveness, being a good listener, is so essential, because
I want the Government to serve the people. That's what we are
here for.
Now, Manuel knows how much I enjoy going fishing, but I told
him that if I'm fishing in a National Park, I do not want to be
shown any favoritism -- you know, like having him send a 12 pound
bass downstream for a "photo op" with the President. I'll take
just like
my chances with everyone else.
The Department of the Interior is our Nation's principal
conservation. agency
and I think you know how deeply I care
- 2 -
about issues of conservation and the wise stewardship of public
lands -- and Manuel Lujan has my total confidence.
I believe in clean air, clean water, and the protection of
American wildlife. I want to see our Nation's public lands
preserved so that this generation and future generations can use
and enjoy America's natural bounty, the great outdoors. You
know, I have to say, it's only in Washington that the agency that
handles the great outdoors would be called the Interior.
But whether it's managing wildlife and fisheries or our
National Parks, or administering lands that constitute a third of
our Nation, I want to be sure that our grandchildren will be able
to enjoy the same natural abundance that we enjoy today.
I want to recognize the outstanding work done by all of you
at the Department of the Interior and certainly all the men and
women who are working for this Department across the country.
There is also a great contribution being made by volunteers who
participate in the many programs to help keep America beautiful
and to make it possible for more Americans to use and enjoy the
outdoors.
One of my favorite Presidents, Teddy Roosevelt, said that "A
grove of giant redwoods or sequoias should be kept just as we
keep a great and beautiful cathedral." I agree with that, and I
know that Manuel feels the same way.
I think that Manuel Lujan will be a superb Secretary of the
Interior and a valuable member of my Cabinet. So it is my
pleasure to see him now take the oath of office.
[Witness Sec: Lujan being sworn-in
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
February 6, 1989
MEMORANDUM FOR CHRISS WINSTON
FROM:
ROGER B. PORTER RBP
SUBJECT:
Presidential Remarks: Swearing In of Secretary
Lujan
I have reviewed the draft remarks for the swearing-in
of Secretary Lujan. They look excellent with the right
tone about stewardship. I see no policy changes that I
would recommend.
CC:
James W. Cicconi
003697
Document No.
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
2/3/89
2/6/89 NOON
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: SWEARING-IN OF SECRETARY LUJAN
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
BREEDEN
ROGERS
CARD
WINSTON
CICCONI
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122, x2930,
with an info copy to my office, by NOON, Monday, February 6,
1989. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
(Klugmann)
February 3, 1989
1:00 p.m.
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: SWEARING-IN OF SECRETARY LUJAN FEB .3
DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
Pil
1:46
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 1989
Thank you very much. It is a pleasure to be here for the
swearing-in of Manuel Lujan as the 46th Secretary of Interior. I
have known Manuel from the days when we served in the Congress
together. He is an extremely capable man, a very fair man, and a
man dedicated to his country.
Manuel Lujan has long experience with the important issues
of this department. He served with distinction as the Ranking
Member on the House Committee of Interior and Insular Affairs,
and he has a demonstrated commitment to public service, with
20 years in the Congress. And through his work with his
constituents and with those who came before his committee, he has
been in very close touch with the people of America, the people
who are affected by the policies of Government. And that quality
of receptiveness, being a good listener, is so essential, because
I want the Government to serve the people. That's what we are
here for.
Now, Manuel knows how much I enjoy going fishing, but I told
him that if I'm fishing in a National Park, I do not want to be
shown any favoritism -- you know, like having him send a 12 pound
bass downstream for a "photo op" with the President. I'll take
my chances with everyone else.
The Department of the Interior is. our Nation's principal
conservationagency
and I think you know how deeply I care
- 2 -
about issues of conservation and the wise stewardship of public
lands -- and Manuel Lujan has my total confidence.
I believe in clean air, clean water, and the protection of
American wildlife. I want to see our Nation's public lands
preserved so that this generation and future generations can use
and enjoy America's natural bounty, the great outdoors. You
know, I have to say, it's only in Washington that the agency that
handles the great outdoors would be called the Interior.
But whether it's managing wildlife and fisheries or our
National Parks, or administering lands that constitute a third of
our Nation, I want to be sure that our grandchildren will be able
to enjoy the same natural abundance that we enjoy today.
I want to recognize the outstanding work done by all of you
at the Department of the Interior and certainly all the men and
women who are working for this Department across the country.
There is also a great contribution being made by volunteers who
participate in the many programs to help keep America beautiful
and to make it possible for more Americans to use and enjoy the
outdoors.
One of my favorite Presidents, Teddy Roosevelt, said that "A
grove of giant redwoods or sequoias should be kept just as we
keep a great and beautiful cathedral." I agree with that, and I
know that Manuel feels the same way.
I think that Manuel Lujan will be a superb Secretary of the
Interior and a valuable member of my Cabinet. So it is my
pleasure to see him now take the oath of office
[Witness Sec. Lujan. being sworn-in.
003697
Document No.
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
2/3/89
2/6/89 NOON
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: SWEARING-IN OF SECRETARY LUJAN
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
BREEDEN
ROGERS
CARD
WINSTON
CICCONI
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122, x2930,
with an info copy to my office, by NOON, Monday, February 6,
1989. Thank you.
Sk
RESPONSE:
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President:
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
(Klugmann)
February 3, 1989
1:00 p.m.
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: SWEARING-IN OF SECRETARY LUJAN FEB .3
DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
Pil
1:46
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 1989
Thank you very much. It is a pleasure to be here for the
swearing-in of Manuel Lujan as the 46th Secretary of Interior. I
have known Manuel from the days when we served in the Congress
together. He is an extremely capable man, a very fair man, and a
man dedicated to his country.
Manuel Lujan has long experience with the important issues
of this department. He served with distinction as the Ranking
Member on the House Committee of Interior and Insular Affairs,
and he has a demonstrated commitment to public service, with
20 years in the Congress. And through his work with his
constituents and with those who came before his committee, he has
been in very close touch with the people of America, the people
who are affected by the policies of Government. And that quality
of receptiveness, being a good listener, is so essential, because
I want the Government to serve the people. That's what we are
here for.
Now, Manuel knows how much I enjoy going fishing, but I told
him that if I'm fishing in a National Park, I do not want to be
shown any favoritism -- you know, like having him send a 12 pound
bass downstream for a "photo op" with the President. I'll take
my chances with everyone else.
The Department of the Interior is our Nation's principal
conservation agency
and I think you know how deeply I care
- 2 -
about issues of conservation and the wise stewardship of public
lands -- and Manuel Lujan has my total confidence.
I believe in clean air, clean water, and the protection of
American wildlife. I want to see our Nation's public lands
preserved so that this generation and future generations can use
and enjoy America's natural bounty, the great outdoors. You
know, I have to say, it's only in Washington that the agency that
handles the great outdoors would be called the Interior.
But whether it's managing wildlife and fisheries or our
National Parks, or administering lands that constitute a third of
our Nation, I want to be sure that our grandchildren will be able
to enjoy the same natural abundance that we enjoy today.
I want to recognize the outstanding work done by all of you
at the Department of the Interior and certainly all the men and
women who are working for this Department across the country.
There is also a great contribution being made by volunteers who
participate in the many programs to help keep America beautiful
and to make it possible for more Americans to use and enjoy the
outdoors.
One of my favorite Presidents, Teddy Roosevelt, said that "A
grove of giant redwoods or sequoias should be kept just as we
keep a great and beautiful cathedral." I agree with that, and I
know that Manuel feels the same way.
I think that Manuel Lujan will be a superb Secretary of the
Interior and a valuable member of my Cabinet. So it is my
pleasure to see him now take the oath of office.
[Witness: Sec. Lujan being sworn-in.]
(Klugmann)
February 3, 1989
1:00 p.m.
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: SWEARING-IN OF SECRETARY LUJAN
DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 1989
Thank you very much. It is a pleasure to be here for the
swearing-in of Manuel Lujan as the 46th Secretary of Interior. I
have known Manuel from the days when we served in the Congress
together. He is an extremely capable man, a very fair man, and a
man dedicated to his country.
Manuel Lujan has long experience with the important issues
of this department. He served with distinction as the Ranking
Member on the House Committee of Interior and Insular Affairs,
and he has a demonstrated commitment to public service, with
20 years in the Congress. And through his work with his
constituents and with those who came before his committee, he has
been in very close touch with the people of America, the people
who are affected by the policies of Government. And that quality
of receptiveness, being a good listener, is so essential, because
I want the Government to serve the people. That's what we are
here for.
Now, Manuel knows how much I enjoy going fishing, but I told
him that if I'm fishing in a National Park, I do not want to be
shown any favoritism -- you know, like having him send a 12 pound
bass downstream for a "photo op" with the President. I'll take
my chances with everyone else.
The Department of the Interior is our Nation's principal
conservation agency -- and I think you know how deeply I care
- 2 -
about issues of conservation and the wise stewardship of public
lands -- and Manuel Lujan has my total confidence.
I believe in clean air, clean water, and the protection of
American wildlife. I want to see our Nation's public lands
preserved so that this generation and future generations can use
and enjoy America's natural bounty, the great outdoors. You
know, I have to say, it's only. in Washington that the agency that
handles the great outdoors would be called the Interior.
But whether it's managing wildlife and fisheries or our
National Parks, or administering lands that constitute a third of
our Nation, I want to be sure that our grandchildren will be able
to enjoy the same natural abundance that we enjoy today.
I want to recognize the outstanding work done by all of you
at the Department of the Interior and certainly all the men and
women who are working for this Department across the country.
There is also a great contribution being made by volunteers who
participate in the many programs to help keep America beautiful
and to make it possible for more Americans to use and enjoy the
outdoors.
One of my favorite Presidents, Teddy Roosevelt, said that "A
grove of giant redwoods or sequoias should be kept just as we
keep a great and beautiful cathedral." I agree with that, and I
know that Manuel feels the same way.
I think that Manuel Lujan will be a superb Secretary of the
Interior and a valuable member of my Cabinet. So it is my
pleasure to see him now take the oath of office.
[Witness Sec. Lujan being sworn-in. ]
OF
TAKE
PRIDE IN
United States Department of the Interior
AMERICA
OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY
March
3,
1949
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20240
February 6, 1989
TO:
DAVID Q. BATES
Thoms Women
FROM:
R. THOMAS WEIMER
At the request of Secretary Lujan, I have reviewed
the proposed Presidential remarks for the
Secretary's swearing - in on February 8. The only
two suggestions I would make for your consideration
are:
1. whether the President would like to mention
Secretary Lujan's wife, Jean, in his remarks.
Jean Lujan has been a full partner in
Secretary Lujan's twenty-year - political
career.
2. whether the President would care to
acknowledge Secretary Lujan's "Stewardship of
America's Public Lands and Natural Resources"
agenda (copy attached) which they jointly
agreed upon and which will be handed out to
the audience as they enter the auditorium.
In addition, White House Advance has provided the
line-by-line such that, immediately following the
President's remarks, Justice Scalia and Secretary
and Mrs. Lujan will move directly to the podium
without an Emcee announcement. Therefore, should
the President conclude his remarks by saying:
"Justice Scalia, Secretary and Mrs. Lujan, will you
please join me
"
Celebrating the United States Constitution
U
Document No.
003697
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
2/3/89
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
2/6/89 NOON
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: SWEARING-IN OF SECRETARY LUJAN
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
BREEDEN
ROGERS
CARD
WINSTON
CICCONI
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122, x2930,
with an info copy to my office, by NOON, Monday, February 6,
1989. Thank you.
Haunta
REMARKS FOR SWEARING-IN OF SECREATARY LUJAN
DEPARTMENT OF INTERIOR
8 FEBRUARY 1989
THANK YOU VERY MUCH. IT IS A PLEASURE TO BE HERE FOR
THE SWEARING-IN OF MANUEL LUJAN AS THE 46TH SECRETARY OF
INTERIOR. I HAVE KNOWN MANUEL FROM THE DAYS WHEN WE
SERVED IN THE CONGRESS TOGETHER. HE IS AN EXTREMELY
CAPABLE MAN, A VERY FAIR MAN, AND A MAN DEDICATED TO HIS
COUNTRY. AND I ALSO HAVE TO MENTION WHAT A TREMENDOUS
CONTRIBUTION HIS WIFE JEAN HAS MADE THESE MANY YEARS.
2
MANUEL LUJAN HAS LONG EXPERIENCE WITH THE IMPORTANT
ISSUES OF THIS DEPARTMENT. HE SERVED WITH DISTINCTION AS
THE RANKING MEMBER ON THE HOUSE COMMITTEE OF INTERIOR AND
INSULAR AFFAIRS, AND HE HAS A DEMONSTRATED COMMITMENT TO
PUBLIC SERVICE, WITH 20 YEARS IN THE CONGRESS. AND
THROUGH HIS WORK WITH HIS CONSTITUENTS AND WITH THOSE WHO
CAME BEFORE HIS COMMITTEE, HE HAS BEEN IN VERY CLOSE TOUCH
WITH THE PEOPLE OF AMERICA, THE PEOPLE WHO ARE AFFECTED BY
THE POLICIES OF GOVERNMENT.
3
AND THAT QUALITY OF RECEPTIVENESS, BEING A GOOD LISTENER,
IS so ESSENTIAL, BECAUSE GOVERNMENT MUST SERVE THE PEOPLE.
THAT'S WHAT WE ARE HERE FOR.
Now, MANUEL KNOWS HOW MUCH I ENJOY GOING FISHING, BUT
I TOLD HIM THAT IF I'M FISHING IN A NATIONAL PARK, I DO
NOT WANT TO BE SHOWN ANY FAVORITISM -- YOU KNOW, LIKE
HAVING HIM SEND A 12 POUND BASS DOWNSTREAM FOR A "PHOTO
OP" WITH THE PRESIDENT. I'LL TAKE MY CHANCES JUST LIKE
EVERYONE ELSE.
4
THE DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR IS OUR NATION'S
PRINCIPAL CONSERVATION AGENCY AND I THINK YOU KNOW HOW
DEEPLY I CARE ABOUT ISSUES OF CONSERVATION AND THE WISE
MANAGEMENT OF PUBLIC LANDS AND MANUEL LUJAN HAS MY
TOTAL CONFIDENCE.
TOGETHER WE HAVE LAID OUT A 10-POINT AGENDA, CALLED
STEWARDSHIP, THAT SPEAKS TO THE BROAD RESPONSIBILITIES OF
THE DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR.
5
FROM ENVIRONMENTAL AND RESOURCE ISSUES TO OUR COMMITMENT
TO THE DIGNITY AND WELL-BEING OF NATIVE AMERICANS AND THE
TERRITORIES, I KNOW THAT THIS DEPARTMENT WILL CONTINUE TO
DEMONSTRATE LEADERSHIP, SENSITIVITY, AND PROFESSIONALISM.
I WANT TO RECOGNIZE THE OUTSTANDING WORK DONE BY ALL
OF YOU AT THE DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR AND CERTAINLY ALL
THE MEN AND WOMEN WHO ARE WORKING FOR THIS DEPARTMENT
ACROSS THE COUNTRY.
6
THERE IS ALSO A GREAT CONTRIBUTION BEING MADE BY
VOLUNTEERS WHO PARTICIPATE IN THE MANY PROGRAMS TO HELP
KEEP AMERICA BEAUTIFUL AND TO MAKE IT POSSIBLE FOR MORE
AMERICANS TO USE AND ENJOY THE OUTDOORS.
I BELIEVE IN CLEAN AIR, CLEAN WATER, AND THE
PROTECTION OF AMERICAN WILDLIFE. I WANT TO SEE OUR
NATION'S PUBLIC LANDS PRESERVED so THAT THIS GENERATION
AND FUTURE GENERATIONS CAN USE AND ENJOY AMERICA'S NATURAL
BOUNTY, THE GREAT OUTDOORS.
7
You KNOW, I HAVE TO SAY, IT'S ONLY IN WASHINGTON THAT THE
AGENCY THAT HANDLES THE GREAT OUTDOORS WOULD BE CALLED THE
INTERIOR.
BUT WHETHER IT'S MANAGING WILDLIFE AND FISHERIES OR
OUR NATIONAL PARKS, OR ADMINISTERING LANDS THAT CONSTITUTE
A THIRD OF OUR NATION, I WANT TO BE SURE THAT OUR
GRANDCHILDREN WILL BE ABLE TO ENJOY THE SAME NATURAL
ABUNDANCE THAT WE ENJOY TODAY.
8
ONE OF MY FAVORITE PRESIDENTS, TEDDY ROOSEVELT, SAID
THAT "A GROVE OF GIANT REDWOODS OR SEQUOIAS SHOULD BE KEPT
JUST AS WE KEEP A GREAT AND BEAUTIFUL CATHEDRAL." I AGREE
WITH THAT, AND I KNOW THAT MANUEL FEELS THE SAME WAY.
I THINK THAT MANUEL LUJAN WILL BE A SUPERB SECRETARY
OF THE INTERIOR AND A VALUABLE MEMBER OF MY CABINET. So
IT IS MY PLEASURE TO SEE HIM NOW TAKE THE OATH OF OFFICE.
JUSTICE SCALIA, CONGRESSMAN AND MRS. LUJAN, PLEASE COME
FORWARD.
[WITNESS SEC. LUJAN BEING SWORN-IN.]
(Klugmann)
February 6, 1989
5:00 p.m.
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
SWEARING-IN OF SECRETARY LUJAN
DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 1989
Thank you very much. It is a pleasure to be here for the
swearing-in of Manuel Lujan as the 46th Secretary of Interior. I
have known Manuel from the days when we served in the Congress
together. He is an extremely capable man, a very fair man, and a
man dedicated to his country. And I also have to mention what a
tremendous contribution his wife Jean has made these many years.
Manuel Lujan has long experience with the important issues
of this department. He served with distinction as the Ranking
Member on the House Committee of Interior and Insular Affairs,
and he has a demonstrated commitment to public service, with
20 years in the Congress. And through his work with his
constituents and with those who came before his committee, he has
been in very close touch with the people of America, the people
who are affected by the policies of Government. And that quality
of receptiveness, being a good listener, is so essential, because
I want the Government to serve the people. That's what we are
here for.
Now, Manuel knows how much I enjoy going fishing, but I told
him that if I'm fishing in a National Park, I do not want to be
shown any favoritism -- you know, like having him send a 12 pound
bass downstream for a "photo op" with the President. I'll take
my chances just like everyone else.
The Department of the Interior is our Nation's principal
conservation agency -- and I think you know how deeply I care
- 2 -
about issues of conservation and the wise management of public
lands -- and Manuel Lujan has my total confidence.
Together we have laid out a 10-point agenda, called
STEWARDSHIP, that speaks to the broad responsibilities of the
Department of the Interior. From environmental and resource
issues to our commitment to the dignity and well-being of Native
Americans and the Territories, I know that this Department will
continue to demonstrate leadership, sensitivity, and
professionalism.
I want to recognize the outstanding work done by all of you
at the Department of the Interior and certainly all the men and
women who are working for this Department across the country.
There is also a great contribution being made by volunteers who
participate in the many programs to help keep America beautiful
and to make it possible for more Americans to use and enjoy the
outdoors.
I believe in clean air, clean water, and the protection of
American wildlife. I want to see our Nation's public lands
preserved so that this generation and future generations can use
and enjoy America's natural bounty, the great outdoors. You
know, I have to say, it's only in Washington that the agency that
handles the great outdoors would be called the Interior.
But whether it's managing wildlife and fisheries or our
National Parks, or administering lands that constitute a third of
our Nation, I want to be sure that our grandchildren will be able
to enjoy the same natural abundance that we enjoy today.
- 3 -
One of my favorite Presidents, Teddy Roosevelt, said that "A
grove of giant redwoods or sequoias should be kept just as we
keep a great and beautiful cathedral." I agree with that, and I
know that Manuel feels the same way.
I think that Manuel Lujan will be a superb Secretary of the
Interior and a valuable member of my Cabinet. So it is my
pleasure to see him now take the oath of office. Justice Scalia,
Congressman and Mrs. Lujan, please come forward.
[Witness Sec. Lujan being sworn-in.]
Document No.
603697
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
02/06/89
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
SUBJECT:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: SWEARING-IN OF SECRETARY LUJAN/INTERIOR
02/06 5:00 p.m. draft)
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
STUDDERT
BATES
UNTERMEYER
BREEDEN
ROGERS
CARD
WINSTON
CICCONI
DEMAREST
FITZWATER
GRAY
HAGIN
REMARKS:
The attached has been forwarded to the President.
RESPONSE:
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
(Klugmann)
February 6, 1989
5:00 p.m.
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: SWEARING-IN OF SECRETARY LUJAN FEB
S
DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
iii
6:15
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 1989
Thank you very much. It is a pleasure to be here for the
swearing-in of Manuel Lujan as the 46th Secretary of Interior. I
have known Manuel from the days when we served in the Congress
together. He is an extremely capable man, a very fair man, and a
man dedicated to his country. And I also have to mention what a
tremendous contribution his wife Jean has made these many years.
Manuel Lujan has long experience with the important issues
of this department. He served with distinction as the Ranking
Member on the House Committee of Interior and Insular Affairs,
and he has a demonstrated commitment to public service, with
20 years in the Congress. And through his work with his
constituents and with those who came before his committee, he has
been in very close touch with the people of America, the people
who are affected by the policies of Government. And that quality
of receptiveness, being a good listener, is so essential, because
I want the Government to serve the people. That's what we are
here for.
Now, Manuel knows how much I enjoy going fishing, but I told
him that if I'm fishing in a National Park, I do not want to be
shown any favoritism -- you know, like having him send a 12 pound
bass downstream for a "photo op" with the President. I'll take
my chances just like everyone else.
The Department of the Interior is our Nation's principal
conservation agency and I think you. know how deeply r care