CURRENCY
Committee on Banking
and Financial Services

James A. Leach, Chairman

For Immediate Release: Contact: David Runkel or
Tuesday, November 9, 1999 Andrew Parmentier (202) 226-0471

Statement Of
Rep. James A. Leach
Chairman, House Banking and Financial Services Committee
Regarding Retirement of Michel Camdessus

"During a time of great controversy and substantial differences of judgement on issues facing the Fund, Mr. Camdessus’ leadership has been marked by gentlemanly civility."