January 06, 2011
Durbin Statement on President Obama's Decision to Name Bill Daley as his Chief of Staff
[WASHINGTON, D.C.] – U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) today issued the following statement after President Obama named former U.S. Commerce Secretary and Chicago-native William M. Daley as his chief of staff.
“President Obama has made a fine choice in naming Bill Daley as his chief of staff. I have known Bill Daley for over 35 years and have worked with him in many different capacities here in Washington and back home in Illinois.
“Bill has been a successful businessman, public servant and community leader. The President will be well served with Bill Daley as his Chief of Staff.”