Proclamations Proc. 8208 In the United States as well, HIV/AIDS affects too many of our families, neighbors, and friends. We continue to fund research to develop new meth- ods of treatment and prevention, and to emphasize voluntary HIV screening as a routine part of health care. The Ryan White CARE Act has provided Americans in need with better access to medical care, antiretroviral treat- ments, and counseling. With medicine, support, and their own daily cour- age, many citizens are managing a condition that was once often fatal. The pandemic of HIV/AIDS can be defeated. The United States is taking the lead in this great effort, and we stand united with our international partners in combating this virus. We also recognize the essential role that faith-based and community organizations play in providing support and compassion to those living with the disease. By working together, we can give hope and comfort to millions. NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim December l, 2007, as World AIDS Day. On this day and throughout the year, the red ribbon helps raise awareness of the importance of fighting HIV/AIDS. This year, the White House will display this symbol from the North Portico to represent Amer- ica's commitment to this struggle. I urge the Governors of the States and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, officials of the other territories subject to the jurisdiction of the United States, and the American people to join me in appropriate activities to remember those who have lost their lives to AIDS and to provide support and comfort to those living with this dis- ease. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-ninth day of November, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty- second. GEORGE W. BUSH Proclamation 8208 of November 30, 2007 National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month, 2007 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Accidents related to drunk and drugged driving claim the lives of thou- sands of Americans every year. During National Drunk and Drugged Driv- ing Prevention Month we seek to raise awareness about the dangers of driv- ing under the influence of alcohol or drugs and encourage citizens to drive responsibly. As a Nation, we must work together to prevent drunk and drugged driving on our roads. We can all play an important role by educating family mem- bers and friends about the devastating consequences of impaired driving and by insisting that they have a designated driver. Businesses, community
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