William Paul Thayer (November 23, 1919 – May 6, 2010) was an American test pilot, flying ace, aviation executive, and United States Deputy Secretary of Defense during the Reagan Administration. (wikipedia)
Civility is a sign of character, and believe me, Vivian and Javad had a lot of character.
There was a general fear in the department about people being let go.
They displayed their character in standing up for what they believed in.
The old guys aren't going to go without a buyout.
