John Kennedy actually said...

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

"Employees of the Federal Government shall have, and shall be protected in the exercise of, the right, freely and without fear of penalty or reprisal, to form, join and assist any employee organization..."

"An appeal shall be resolved expeditiously."

"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..."