Proclamations Proc. 8169 and Citizenship Day, and September 17 through September 23, 2007, as Constitution Week. I encourage Federal, State, and local officials, as well as leaders of civic, social, and educational organizations, to conduct cere- monies and programs that celebrate our Constitution and reaffirm our rights and responsibilities as citizens of our great Nation. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-first day of August, 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 8169 of August 28, 2007 Minority Enterprise Development Week, 2007 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Minority Enterprise Development Week is a chance to highlight the accom- plishments of minority business owners and underscore our commitment to strengthening minority businesses and helping these entrepreneurs suc- ceed. Minority business owners have made our Nation stronger. Our thriving and resilient economy is the envy of the world, and minority business owners are expanding opportunities for their fellow Americans. More than 8 million iobs have been created in our country since August 2003, and minority businesses have contributed to this progress. Our econ- omy has experienced more than 5 years of uninterrupted growth, and the unemployment rate remains low. My Administration has worked with the Congress to deliver needed tax relief, and this has ]eft more money in the hands of minority business owners to reinvest in their employees, their communities, and our country's robust economy. By adopting sound poli- cies that help our businesses continue to grow and expand, we are ensuring that America remains the ]and of the entrepreneur. Our Nation has the most innovative, industrious, and talented people on Earth and when we unleash their entrepreneurial spirit, there is no limit to what the American people can achieve. During Minority Enterprise De- velopment Week, and throughout the year, we recognize the vital contribu- tions of minority business owners. These dedicated individuals are he]ping create a more hopeful society for themselves and their families. We will continue to strive for a society where persona] effort is rewarded and where the American dream is within the reach of all our citizens. 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 September 9 through Sep- tember 15, 2007, as Minority Enterprise Development Week. I ca]] upon all Americans to celebrate this week with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities to recognize the many contributions of our Nation's minority enterprises. 93
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