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H Siegelman, on nur THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON July 2, 1996 The Honorable Don Siegelman Lieutenant Governor State of Alabama 11 South Union St., Suite 725 Montgomery, AL 36130 Dear Lieutenant Governor Siegelman: Thank you for your recent correspondence recommending Fred Cowan for a position on the Federal Communications Commission. I appreciate your assistance in identifying qualified candidates for appointment by the President. I am aware of Mr. Cowan's qualifications for this position, and he was recently interviewed by the Director of Presidential Personnel, Bob Nash. I can assure you that he is under serious consideration for this position, however, no decision has yet been made. I will keep you informed of any developments in the filling of this important position. If you have any further questions, please contact me at 202-456-2459. Sincerely, Itemes DUS Harold Ickes Assistant to the President and Deputy Chief of Staff cc: Bob Nash