Akouri Extends Congratulations to 2004 Bush/Cheney Campaign Colleague & Friend

George Selim heads to DOJ

(WASHINGTON, DC) - Councilman John Akouri today congratulated George Selim following the announcement of his White House appointment to the US Department of Justice where he has been assigned to the Office of Community Relations as the Special Assistant to the Director.

In expressing his delight with the appointment Akouri issued the following statement: "It is his natural and practical approach to leadership combined with his fundamental principles by which George exemplifies the extraordinary level of success that he has achieved at such a young age. He has continually demonstrated his deep commitment to initiatives that empower the Middle Eastern American community while advancing their interests. In engaging in the American political system, George tirelessly works as a forceful advocate and powerful voice for the people he serves and the nation he so dearly loves. His dedication to public service shapes both his values and vision for a stronger America that brings a new level of distinction and visibility to Arab Americans across the nation."