12 2 STA T .5304PROCL A M AT I O N8 248 — APR. 2 9, 2008 Asian/P a c i f icA mer icans h a v ema d e ou r coun t r yb etter w ith their ta l- ents and hard wor k.T heir values and commitment to family and com- munity have hel p ed shape and stren g then America. These citi z ens speak many languages , honor countless traditions, and practice dif- ferent faiths, but they are bound by a shared commitment to freedom and liberty. The diversity among Asian/Pacific Americans adds to the cultural fabric of our society. Asian/Pacific Americans have enriched our culture, e x celling in many fields, including education, business, science, technology, government, sports, and the arts. W e especially honor those Asian/Pacific Ameri- cans who have answered the call to protect the cause of freedom by serving in our Armed F orces. These brave men and women set a pow- erful example for all Americans. As we celebrate Asian/Pacific American H eritage M onth, we are re- minded of the richness of the Asian and Pacific cultures. Asian/Pacific Americans enhance the American experience and contribute to our country ’ s legacy of diversity. To honor the achievements and contributions of Asian/Pacific Ameri- cans, the C ongress, by Public L aw 102–45 0, as amended, has des- ignated the month of May each year as ‘ ‘Asian/Pacific American Herit- age Month.’’ NO W, TH ER EFORE, I , G EORGE W. BUS H, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim May 200 8 as Asian/Pacific American Heritage 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 ap- propriate programs and activities. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty- ninth day of April, in the year of our Lord two thousand eight, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-second. GEORGE W. BUSH Proclam a ti o n824 8o fAp ril 2 9, 2 0 08 JewishAm e r i canH eri t a g e Mo nth ,20 0 8BythePr e sid e n t of the U nited S t a tes of Am eri c a A Proc l amation J ewish American Heritage Month is an opportunity to celebrate the his- tory, culture, and faith of Jewish Americans and their contributions to our Nation. The story of the Jewish people in America is the story of America itself. When the first Jewish settlers arrived on our shores hundreds of years ago, they saw a land of promise and liberty. With hard work and determination, these individuals helped build our country and strengthen our values. Their commitment to religious freedom and their belief in democracy have enriched our society and helped make our country a beacon of hope for all.
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