Nasdaq Strongly Supports President Bush's Nomination Of John W. Snow To Serve As Secretary Of The U.S. Treasury

The Nasdaq Stock Market, Inc. (NASDAQ) today announced its enthusiastic support of President George W. Bush's nomination of John W. Snow to serve as Secretary of the U.S. Treasury.

"We commend the President's nomination of John Snow to serve as Secretary of the Treasury and the quick action taken to fill this crucial Cabinet position," said Wick Simmons, Chairman and CEO of NASDAQ. "We look forward to working with John to help rebuild Main Street's confidence in Wall Street."

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