SECAF Vector addresses possible move

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WASHINGTON (AFPN) --  In the latest edition of “The Secretary’s Vector,” Secretary of the Air Force Dr. James G. Roche discusses the possibility he may soon become secretary of the Army.

President George W. Bush announced May 7 his intent to nominate Roche for the Army’s top spot, which became vacant when former Secretary of the Army Thomas White resigned April 25. In “The Secretary’s Vector,” released May 12, Roche said he was flattered by the confidence shown in him by the president, and indicated he would accept the position if indeed the nomination advanced and was approved by Congress.

“I am deeply honored by his confidence in my ability to lead the Army, and have informed the president that, if nominated and confirmed, I will serve,” Roche wrote.

Roche specifically addresses airmen in several passages of the message, crediting them with playing a vital role in the president’s decision.

“While honored, I recognize that this nomination is more a reflection of your dedication, your excellence, your loyal service to the nation, and your great success in accomplishing our mission,” he wrote. “We are the best Air Force in the world; and we will remain so because of the (more than) 700,000 dedicated officer, enlisted and civilian airmen who understand how to fly, fix, launch, support, defend, and employ air and space power.”

“The Secretary’s Vector” is available at http://www.af.mil/viewpoint/Intended_Nomination_as_Sec_Army.pdf