Proclamations Proc. 7963 Throughout the year, I encourage individuals, businesses, and government entities to participate in recycling programs in their communities. These ef- forts contribute to a culture of responsible citizenship and good steward- ship of our natural heritage, and they can help ensure a cleaner, safer, and healthier environment for our children and grandchildren. 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 November 15, 2005, as America Recycles Day. I call upon the people of the United States to ob- serve this day with appropriate programs and activities. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifteenth day of November, in the year of our Lord two thousand five, and of the Inde- pendence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirtieth. GEORGE W. BUSH Proclamation 7963 of November 18, 2005 Thanksgiving Day, 2005 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Thanksgiving Day is a time to remember our many blessings and to cele- brate the opportunities that freedom affords. Explorers and settlers arriving in this land often gave thanks for the extraordinary plenty they found. And today, we remain grateful to live in a country of liberty and abundance. We give thanks for the love of family and friends, and we ask God to continue to watch over America. This Thanksgiving, we pray and express thanks for the men and women who work to keep America safe and secure. Members of our Armed Forces, State and local law enforcement, and first responders embody our Nation's highest ideals of courage and devotion to duty. Our country is grateful for their service and for the support and sacrifice of their families. We ask God's special blessings on those who have lost loved ones in the line of duty. We also remember those affected by the destruction of natural disasters. Their tremendous determination to recover their lives exemplifies the American spirit, and we are grateful for those across our Nation who an- swered the cries of their neighbors in need and provided them with food, shelter, and a helping hand. We ask for continued strength and persever- ance as we work to rebuild these communities and return hope to our citi- zens. We give thanks to live in a country where freedom reigns, justice prevails, and hope prospers. We recognize that America is a better place when we answer the universal call to love a neighbor and help those in need. May God bless and guide the United States of America as we move forward. 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 141
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