PROCLAMATION 6454-JULY 1, 1992 106 STAT. 5351 Since cardiopulmonary resuscitation was first introduced in the early 1960s, instruction and learning in this and other lifesaving measures have moved beyond the realm of the medical community and into the public at laige. Today, Americans of all backgrounds have opportunities to leam CPR, the abdominal thrust, the Heimlich maneuver, and so forth. More and more of our citizens must take advantage of these opportunities if we are to reduce the number of preventable deaths caused by accidents and heart disease. In recognition of the importance of education in flrst aid and other lifesaving techniques, the Congress, by Public Law 102-305, has designated the week of July 5 through July 11, 1992, as "National Awareness Week for Lifesaving Techniques" and has requested the President to issue a proclamation in observance of this week. NOW. THEREFORE. I, GEORGE BUSH, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate the week of July 5 through July 11, 1992, as National Awareness Week for Lifesaving Techniques. I call on local and State governments, the relevant Federal agencies, and the people of the United States to observe this week with appropriate programs and activities. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of June, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and ninety-two, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and sixteenth. GEORGE BUSH Proclamation 6454 of July 1, 1992 National Literacy Day, 1992 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Literacy not only constitutes a fundamental set of skills in a world where so much depends on the ability to read and to comprehend the written word—from city maps and children's school reports to job applications and tax forms—it also provides an inexhaustible source of opportunity and enrichment. Literacy gives us access to the great books and to other works that contain the creative genius and acquired wisdom of the ages. It also enables us to exercise more fully our rights and responsibilities as citizens, helping us to be more informed voters and more effective parents and teachers of our children. More than the ability to read and write, literacy is the priceless legacy of families who foster a love of learning and a commitment to education in each generation. It is also the vital tool of a work force that must have the knowledge and skills, including the technical skills, that are needed to excel in an increasingly competitive global environment. On this occasion, we reaffirm the importance of literacy to the social and economic advancement of individuals and to the continued productivity and prosperity of our Nation. We also recognize all those who are working to promote literacy—among adults, as well as youth. In addition to thousands of dedicated teachers, this includes countless volunteers who serve as tutors and mentors, businesses and commu-
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