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 12 2 STA T .53 2 4PROCL A M AT I O N8 2 70—JU N E 12, 2008 pend en c e ofth e U n i ted S t a te s of Am e r ica the t w oh u ndred and thirt y- second .GEOR GE W . B US HProclam a ti o n8270 o fJu n e1 2, 2008 Father’sD a y,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 On F ather ’ s D ay , we honor our N ation’s fathers for the unconditiona l lo v e they g ive to their children and for their selfless dedication to the well- b eing of their families. Fathers play a uni q ue and irreplaceable part in the lives of their chil- dren and pass along values that help children grow into responsible adults. By providing their sons and daughters with a positive e x ample, fathers help give their children the necessary foundation they need to ma k e wise decisions throughout their lives. Fathers strive to inspire their children to lead lives of integrity, honor, and purpose, and they pray for wisdom and the strength to give their children the love and support they need to achieve their dreams. All Americans are thankful for the extraordinary efforts of our Nation’s fathers, stepfathers, grandfathers, and guardians. T heir devotion and encouragement as mentors, providers, and role models help strengthen their families and our country. We are especially grateful for the fa- thers who serve in our Nation’s Armed Forces. These dedicated fathers protect liberty so that all children can have a more promising future. We pray for the safe return of all those serving overseas, and we thank the fathers who support sons and daughters who are defending our freedom around the globe. NOW, THEREFORE, I , GEORGE W. BUSH, P resident of the United States of America, in accordance with a j oint resolution of the C ongress approved April 24, 197 2, as amended (36 U.S.C. 1 0 9 ) , do hereby pro- claim J une 1 5, 200 8 , as Father’s Day. I encourage all Americans to ex- press their appreciation to all fathers for their many contributions to our Nation’s children. I direct the appropriate officials of the Govern- ment to display the flag of the United States on all Government build- ings on this day. I also call upon State and local governments and citi- z ens to observe this day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twelfth day of June, in the year of our L ord two thousand eight, and of the Inde- pendence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty- second. GEORGE W. BUSH

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