What are commerce secretarys duties?
The president said America’s economic recovery will require improvements in infrastructure, investments in science and technology, and fostering small businesses. He noted the commerce secretary’s duties include those tasks as the federal government’s primary link to the business community. Taking the podium after Mr. Obama’s introduction, Gregg echoed the theme of bipartisanship and cooperation, saying both are particularly crucial at a time of economic pain and dislocation. He also spoke of his reasons for accepting the nomination, which has raised eyebrows among Democrats and Republicans alike. “This is a time to govern, and govern well,” Gregg said. “And therefore when the president asked me to join his administration and participate in trying to address the issues of this time, I believed it was my obligation to say yes.” Nominee endorses Obama plan to jumpstart ailing economy Gregg endorsed President Obama’s plan to jumpstart the ailing U.S. economy. In the past, he has expressed
