He was active in a number of subsequent political campaigns , including serving as Bill Clinton 's California campaign manager in 1992 . After Clinton was elected , Emerson worked as an assistant at the White House , as Deputy Director of Intergovernmental Affairs where he served as liaison to the nation 's governors , and coordinated the Administration 's efforts to obtain congressional approval of the Uruguay Round of the GATT trade agreement . Emerson was particularly noted for his work as the president 's chief liaison in dealing with California issues , including the aftermath of the 1994 Northridge earthquake . He subsequently worked at Capital Group Companies , an international investment management company headquartered in Los Angeles , where he became president of private client services , serving in that capacity for 16 years
1994 Northridge earthquake
1994 Northridge earthquake
John B. Emerson