03/27/1980
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"I want to express my thanks to those who have served and who will now be leaving."
"I accept your resignation with friendship, respect and appreciation for the accomplishments of our nation during your service as Secretary of Transportation."
"Withdrawals of combat elements of the 2d Division will remain in abeyance."
"An aroused and united country can then guarantee our vital energy security."