1993 Press Photo James Blanchard

Caption: Jim Blanchard, Former Gov. James Blanchard on Thursday confirmed weeks of speculation that President Bill Clinton has nominated him as ambassador to Canada. Blanchard said he wants the position because it is one of the more substantive and active foreign jobs, putting him in a position to work on dozens of issues ranging from trade to the environment. Blanchard, 50, a close friend of Clinton's, said he always hoped one day to become an ambassador.

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