John Kennedy actually said...

"To this end, both the employee and the department or agency shall proceed with an appeal without undue delay."

"WHEREAS the prompt reconsideration of protested administrative decisions to take adverse actions against employees will promote the efficiency of the service, assist in maintaining a high level of emp..."

"The appeals system shall be a simple, orderly method through which an employee or former employee may seek timely administrative reconsideration of a decision to take adverse action against him."

"The employee shall have the right to be accompanied, represented, and advised by a representative of his own choosing in presenting his appeal."