The NNSA: Its Mission and Goals

Ladies and gentleman, as J.D. Williams has already said, John Gordon is unable to attend. John was personally requested by Secretary Abraham to participate in the Human Capital Summit, an initiative endorsed by our president, geared toward effectively improving the department's management of its human capital. John strongly believes, and I share this belief, that people are our most valuable assets in the NNSA and our highest priority. Only an activity of the highest priority would prevent John from personally delivering this keynote address. He was looking forward to discussing the many diverse NNSA activities with recognized leaders in nuclear materials management in industry, government, acadernia, and international organizations throughout the world. However, that pleasure is now mine.