EDF Statement on the Nomination of Penny Pritzker for Secretary of Commerce
(WASHINGTON – May 2, 2013) “The direction and vision set by the Commerce Department are crucial to managing our nation’s fisheries. EDF looks forward to Ms. Pritzker’s leadership as secretary and will continue to work with fishermen, regional councils and NOAA to develop solutions that will end overfishing while protecting the business and sport of fishing for future generations.”
- John Mimikakis, Associate Vice President, EDF Oceans Program
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