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a n d to provide relie f from im - port s of an article that is the s ubj ect of such a determination .(7)A ll provisions of previous proclamations and Ex ecutive O rders that are inconsistent with the actions ta k en in this proclamation are super- seded to the extent of such inconsistenc y . INW I T NE S SW H E R EO F , I have hereunto set my hand this twenty- ninth day of D ecember, in the year of our L ord two thousand ei g ht, and of the Independence of the U nited States of America the two hun- dred and thirty-third. G EORGE W. B USH Proclam a ti o n83 33o fDe cem b er3 0,2 008 Nation a lMe nto r in g Mont h,20 0 9BythePr e sid e n t of the U nited S t a tes of Am eri c a A Proc l amation During National M entoring Month, we recogni z e the millions of indi- viduals who dedicate themselves to making a difference in the lives of others, and we underscore our commitment to supporting these sol- diers in America ’ s armies of compassion. Every day across our great Nation, men and women of many different backgrounds work to inspire our next generation of leaders. By sharing their time and experiences, mentors help instill important values that encourage America’s youth to set high goals and achieve their dreams. Mentors demonstrate that the strength of our Nation lies in the hearts and souls of our citizens and that a positive influence in someone’s life helps them secure a more hopeful future. My Administration has been committed to building a culture of serv- ice, citizenship, and responsibility. Through the Mentoring C hildren of P risoners program, volunteers help provide consistent guidance and support so that these children can lead lives of opportunity and achievement. The USA Freedom Corps is strengthening mentoring op- portunities in America and spreading a message of hope across our Na- tion. The Helping America’s Y outh initiative, led by First Lady Laura Bush, motivates caring adults to connect with youth to help them to grow up to be responsible and successful adults. By working together, we can enrich the lives of our next generation and continue a legacy of kindness and encouragement. I appreciate our Nation’s mentors and all those who contribute to their community by helping to change a child’s life. For more information on volunteering to be a mentor, visit volunteer.gov. During National Mentoring Month, we honor the many Americans who have touched the lives of others with their compassion, and we reflect on their ef- forts toward building a stronger and brighter future for all. NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Con- stitution and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim J anuary 20 0 9 as National Mentoring Month. I call upon the people of the United States to recognize the importance of mentoring, to look for op-
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