Proclamations Proc. 8134 Proclamation 8133 of April 26, 2007 Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month, 2007 By the President of the United States of Arnerica A Proc]amation During Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month, we honor the many con- tributions citizens of Asian and Pacific Island ancestry have made to our great land. The millions of Americans who trace their origins to nations in the Asian/ Pacific region have enriched America. The entrepreneurship and innova- tion of Asian/Pacific Americans have strengthened our economy. Asian/Pa- cific Americans enrich our Nation with their strong values of love of family and community. Many Asian/Pacific Americans are serving the cause of freedom and peace around the world, and our Nation is grateful for their service. These good men and women defend our safety and contribute to the character and greatness of America. To honor the achievements and contributions of Asian/Pacific Americans, the Congress, by Public Law 102-450, as amended, has designated the month of May each year as "Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month." NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim May 2007 as Asian/Pacific American Herit- age Month. I call upon the people of the United States to learn more about the history of Asian/Pacific Americans and their many contributions to our Nation and to observe this month with appropriate programs and activities. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-sixth day of April, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Inde- pendence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-first. GEORGE W. BUSH Proclamation 8134 of April 27, 2007 National Charter Schools Week, 2007 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Across our country, charter schools are providing quality education for America's students. During National Charter Schools Week, we recognize the important contributions of charter schools and underscore our commit- ment to ensuring that all children receive the education they need to lead lives of purpose and success. Charter schools are public schools that provide families with a valuable educational alternative. Because they are not bound by many regulatory re- quirements, charter schools have the flexibility to innovate in ways that will best meet students' academic needs. Today, there are about 4,000 char- ter schools in 40 States and the District of Columbia helping more than one million students realize their full potential. 49
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