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 123STA T . 3 6 2 8PROCL A M AT I O N 8362 — APR. 1 7, 2 0 0 9Thebroadsc o p eo f shared g oa l s in cl u des econo m ic gro wt hande q ual - it y, increased security, strong democratic go v ernance, and clean en- ergy .R obust, bottom-up economic growth benefits all citi z ens and all nations, and remains a central goal of the P an A merican community. Together, the countries of the Americas can prioritize and enact poli- cies that ensure a shared and equitable economic prosperity. This eco- nomic future is possible only if we protect the safety of citizens and the security of our countries. W hether reducing street crime and gang violence, decreasing the narcotics trade, or preventing acts of terrorism, every country has a sta k e in regional security. The Pan American community also supports strong democracies and the development of alternative energy sources. The promotion of trans- parent and enduring democratic governance strengthens and defines relations in the region and should emphasize the rule of law, a robust civil society, respect for human rights, social equality, and effective de- livery of public services. F inally, every country benefits from a solu- tion to our shared energy and climate challenges. The region has al- ready witnessed great leadership in the development and deployment of alternative energy sources, and the Pan American community must build upon these promising efforts. As we celebrate Pan American D ay and Pan American Week, and par- ticipate in the S ummit of the Americas, the U nited States recognizes the common challenges and aspirations that unite the region and the boundless promise of our continuing partnership. NO W,T HE REFORE, I , B ARA CK OBA M A, 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 April 14, 20 0 9 , as Pan American Day and April 12 through 1 8 as Pan American Week. I urge the G overnors of the 5 0 States, the Governor of the Com- monwealth of Puerto Rico, and the officials of other areas under the flag of the United States of America to honor these observances with appropriate ceremonies and activities. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourteenth day of April, in the year of our L ord two thousand nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-third. BARACK OBAMA Proclam a ti o n8362 o fAp ril 17, 2 0 0 9Nation a lP a rkWe ek ,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 America ’ s National Parks are among our Nation’s most precious treas- ures. During National Park Week, we celebrate these spaces and com- mit to protecting them for future generations of Americans. National Parks bring together Americans of all backgrounds and help us understand the story of America. From the Lincoln Memorial and Ellis Island to the Great Smoky Mountains and Y ellowstone, National