Proc. 8161 Title 3--The President 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 July 15 through 21, 2007, as Captive Nations Week. I call upon the people of the United States to re- affirm our commitment to all those seeking liberty, iustice, and self-deter- mination. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this tenth day of July, 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 8161 of July 12, 2007 Parents' Day, 2007 By the President of the United States of Arnerica A Proclamation On Parents' Day, America honors our mothers and fathers for their extraor- dinary devotion and for the great sacrifices they make to provide a hopeful and promising future for their children. The guidance and unconditional love of parents help create a nurturing en- vironment so children can grow and reach their full potential. Parents work to impart to their children the strength and determination to follow their dreams and the courage to do what is right. They shape the character of their children by sharing their wisdom and setting a positive example. As role models, parents also instill the values and principles that help prepare children to be responsible adults and good citizens. My Administration is committed to strengthening American families by supporting Federal, State, and faith-based and community programs that promote healthy marriages and responsible parenting. Parents are a child's first teachers, and we recognize their critical role in helping children do well in school. My Administration is committed to helping parents and schools ensure that every child has the best opportunity to learn and suc- ceed. On Parents' Day, we pay tribute to mothers and fathers and ce]ebrate the specia] bonds of ]ove between parents and their chi]dren. We a]so express our deep gratitude to parents who serve in the Armed Forces and those whose sons and daughters have answered the ca]] to defend our country. Our Nation is gratefu] for their honorab]e service and for the sacrifices fam- i]y members make as their ]oved ones work to advance the cause of free- dom. 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 ]aws of the United States and consistent with Pub]ic Law \17703-362, as amended, do hereby proc]aim Sunday, Ju]y 22, 2007, as Parents' Day. I ca]] upon citizens, private organizations, and governmenta] bodies at a]] ]eve]s to engage in activities and educationa] efforts that recognize, support, and 86
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