11/20/1989
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"I commend you for your tremendous effort in successfully negotiating the 1990 Farm Bill of which we can both be proud."
"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."