Locke Picked for Commerce

The president nominates former Washington Gov. Gary Locke as Commerce Secretary Wednesday morning, his third selection for the slot. Obama says at announcement: "I'm sure it's not lost on anyone that we've tried this a couple of times. But I'm a big believer in keeping at something until you get it right." Read full remarks here. Praises Locke as a man who shares his vision for turning around the economy, someone who knows the American dream. Statement here.