Doonesbury by Garry Trudeau for March 23, 1977
Transcript:
Duane: White house Symbols. Delacourt speaking. Ham (over phone): Duane? this is Ham here...I've just been in to see Jimmy! He's very please with your work, Duane! The call-in show. The chat, the cardigan, the limo cuts. Full financial disclosure, Amy's "trustee" governess- all unequivocal hits! Fact is, Duane, your work has become too important for only a subcabinet operation! The president wants to nominate you to a new post- Secretary of Symbolism! What do you say, buddy? Duane: Okay by me. I don't have to take a pay raise, do I? Ham (over phone): Heck, no! In fact, I'm sure you've got a cut coming to you!