(Trying to hand her his resignation letter) Now that, uh, things have settled down.
Well, unless that's great seats to the Kennedy Center, I don't want it.
What about Dubois?
I called him this morning and told him that while I was very sorry that he was insulted, he doesn't get to make decisions about my staff.
How'd he take it?
I had to pardon his French.
What about Jackson's guy?
Your idea helped to save a man's life.
You got it over the finish line.
So... we're a good team.
All due respect, I was on Secretary Marsh's team. I was his guy.
I know.
I was hoping to ride him to the White House. You don't have such ambitions.
You're right. But clearly you can make a difference here at State. And I am a sucker for anyone who's good at their job. But if something comes along with a presidential contender, I'll understand.
Okay.
Oh, and, uh, Jay, one other thing. As long as you're here, you're my guy now.
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