06/23/1991
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"You have always encouraged your cabinet to pursue the challenges that most affect the American people."
"It has been a high privilege to have served you and the American people as Secretary of Agriculture."
"It is with deep regret that I accept your resignation as Secretary of Agriculture."
"Each person appointed to the Council shall be selected solely on the basis of an established record of distinguished service."