Proclamations Proc. 8210 our way of life. Liberty prevailed because of the sacrifice of these coura- geous patriots, and America and her allies preserved a world where democ- racy could flourish. Our Nation remains forever in the debt of these brave Americans. From the unprovoked attack at Pearl Harbor grew a steadfast resolve that has made America a defender of freedom around the world, and our mis- sion continues as our men and women in uniform serve at home and in distant lands. Today, as we defend our Nation's founding ideals, we pay special tribute to those who lost their lives at Pearl Harbor, honor our vet- erans of World War II, and celebrate the liberty that makes America a last- ing symbol of hope to the world. The Congress, by Public Law 103-308, as amended, has designated Decem- ber 7 of each year as "National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day." NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim December 7, 2007, as National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. I encourage all Americans to observe this solemn occa- sion with appropriate ceremonies and activities. I urge all Federal agencies, interested organizations, groups, and individuals to fly the flag of the United States at half-staff this December 7 in honor of those who died as a result of their service at Pearl Harbor. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourth day of December, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Inde- pendence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-sec- ond. GEORGE W. BUSH Proclamation 8210 of December 6, 2007 Human Rights Day, Bill of Rights Day, and Human Rights Week, 2007 By the President of the United States o/America A Proclamation Americans value deeply our ability to speak, assemble, and worship freely. As a Nation, we can help freedom-loving people everywhere build a world in which these rights are honored and respected. During Human Rights Day, Bill of Rights Day, and Human Rights Week, we celebrate the free- doms guaranteed to all Americans and protected in our Constitution's Bill of Rights. Many of these fundamental freedoms are still denied to people in countries around the world. The United States continues to stand with those who work to build democracy and secure the blessings of liberty. Individuals are struggling to create free societies in Cuba, Belarus, and Syria. And the day will come when they, and the citizens of other lands such as North Korea, Iran, Zimbabwe, and Sudan, will no longer be restricted from prac- ticing their faith, voicing their opinions, and enjoying the many blessings of freedom. 131
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