Proclamations Proc. 8116 Proclamation 8115 of March 21, 2007 Greek Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of Greek and American Democracy, 2007 By the President of the United States of Arnerica A Proc]amation The United States and Greece share a long friendship built on common val- ues and an abiding love for freedom. On Greek Independence Day, we un- derscore the warm ties between our countries, recognize the Greek Ameri- cans who enrich our society, and commemorate the anniversary of modern Greece. The ancient Greeks entrusted their citizens with the right to govern, and they believed in the power of freedom to protect human dignity and basic human rights. Many of America's Founding Fathers studied Greek history and took inspiration from these democratic ideals as they framed our Con- stitution. The founders of modern Greece had the strong support of our own young democracy when they declared their independence in 1821, and our nations have stood as allies in the maior conflicts of the 20th cen- tury. Today, we continue to defend freedom together in the global war on terror, as Greek and American Armed Forces work to lay the foundation of peace for generations to come. On Greek Independence Day, and throughout the year, we celebrate the universality of freedom and the enduring bonds between Greece and the United States. 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 March 25, 2007, as Greek Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of Greek and American Democracy. I call upon all Americans to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-first day of March, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Independ- ence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-first. GEORGE W. BUSH Proclamation 8116 of March 26, 2007 Education and Sharing Day, U.S.A., 2007 By the President of the United States of Arnerica A Proc]amation A future of hope and opportunity in America requires that all our children develop the knowledge and character they need in life. On Education and Sharing Day, we recognize our responsibility to ensure that our young peo- ple have the foundation necessary to lead lives rich in purpose and fulfill- ment. 33
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