John Kennedy actually said...

"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 be assured freedom from restraint, interference, coercion, discrimination, or reprisal in presenting his appeal."

"In the administration of all matters covered by the agreement officials and employees are governed by the provisions of any existing or future laws and regulations, including policies set forth in the..."

"WHEREAS the public interest requires the maintenance of high standards of employee performance and integrity in the public service, prompt administrative action where such standards are not met and sa..."