Our zero-zero intermediate-range nuclear forces proposal is a serious one that would represent a real breakthrough in arms control.

Our initiative—which would eliminate an entire category of missiles—is a fair and a moral position.

Although you are leaving, I know you will maintain an interest in our federalism effort, and I promise you we will keep up the fight.

It is most sweeping federalism reform any Administration has ever sent to Congress and will go a long way toward restoring the proper balance of power.

I have relied on your dedication, counsel and personal integrity as we have worked together.

The time will be agreed on through diplomatic channels.

I, personally, am prepared to meet Mr. Andropov anywhere, anytime, to sign an agreement to eliminate all land-based intermediate-range nuclear missile weapons from the face of the Earth.

In 1981, we were able to consolidate 57 narrow, categorical grants into nine block grants, freeing State and local officials from burdensome red tape and allowing them to make more decisions.

In Japan, building upon my recent meetings in Washington with Prime Minister Nakasone, the Secretary reaffirmed the strength of the U.S.-Japan alliance structure.

Your record in rebalancing our federal system is unmatched by that of any other President in our nation's history.

It contrasts dramatically with the Soviet proposal which would merely preserve an existing Soviet advantage that is dangerous to the West.

The objectives of the Combined Federal Campaign are to lessen the burdens of government and of local communities in meeting needs of human health and welfare.