Pelosi Statement on President Obama's Nomination of Dr. Eric Goosby as Global AIDS Coordinator

Contact: Brendan Daly/Nadeam Elshami, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. - Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement on President Obama's nomination of Dr. Eric Goosby to serve as Ambassador at Large and Global AIDS Coordinator:

"President Obama's selection of Dr. Eric Goosby to serve as Ambassador at Large and Global AIDS Coordinator signals the Administration's strong commitment to fighting the AIDS pandemic. Dr. Goosby is an excellent choice and is uniquely suited for this position; he has tremendous experience and a deep commitment to the cause.

"It is of particular pride to me and my constituents that Dr. Goosby is a San Franciscan. I look forward to working with him to fight AIDS around the world."