103 STAT. 3016 PROCLAMATION 5957—APR. 19, 1989 The principles of moral and ethical conduct that have formed the basis for all civilizations come to us, in part, from the centuries-old Seven Noahide Laws. The Noahide Laws are actually seven commandments given to man by God, as recorded in the Old Testament. These com- mandments include prohibitions against mvirder, robbery, adultery, blasphemy, and greed, as well as the positive order to establish courts of justice. Through the leadership of Rabbi Menachem Schneerson and the world- wide Lubavitch movement, the Noahide Laws—and standards of con- duct duly derived from them—have been promulgated around the globe. It is fitting that we honor Rabbi Schneerson and acknowledge his im- "^ portant contributions to society. Our great Nation takes just pride in its dedication to the principles of justice, equality, and truth. Americans also xmderstand that we have a responsibility to inspire the same dedi- cation in future generations. We owe a tremendous debt to Rabbi Schneerson and to all those who promote education that embraces moral and ethical values and emphasizes their importance. In recognition of Rabbi Schneerson's vital efforts, and in celebration of his 87th birthday, the Congress, by House Joint Resolution 173, has des- ignated April 16, 1989, and April 6, 1990, as "Education Day, U.S.A." and has authorized and requested the President to issue an appropriate proclamation in observance of these days. NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE BUSH, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim April 16, 1989, and April 6, 1990, as Education Day, U.S.A. I invite Governors from every State and Terri- tory, community leaders, teachers, and all Americans to observe these days through appropriate events and activities. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourteenth day of April, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two him- dred and thirteenth. - GEORGE BUSH Proclamation 5957 of Aprilie, 1989 National Recycling Montii, 1989 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation As we approach the last decade of the 20th century, the United States faces a growing problem in the management of solid waste. This Nation currently generates 160 million tons of solid waste per year. While that amount is increasing, the number of available landfills is shrinking dramatically. This situation underscores the importance of re- cycling. ^ The benefits of recycling solid waste are substantial. Recycling waste helps to preserve our limited landfill space. Recycling also reduces the need to extract resources from their natural environment and thus
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