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 124 STAT. 4628 PROCLAMATION 8515—MAY 6, 2010 selflessly to render aid. Let us pray for the families of the West Vir- ginia miners, and the people of Poland who so recently and unexpect- edly lost many of their beloved leaders. Let us pray for the safety and success of those who have left home to serve in our Armed Forces, putting their lives at risk in order to make the world a safer place. As we remember them, let us not forget their families and the substantial sacrifices that they make every day. Let us remember the unsung he- roes who struggle to build their communities, raise their families, and help their neighbors, for they are the wellspring of our greatness. Fi - nally, let us remember in our thoughts and prayers those people every- where who join us in the aspiration for a world that is just, peaceful, free, and respectful of the dignity of every human being. NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, 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 of America, do hereby proclaim May 6, 2010, as a National Day of Prayer. I call upon the citizens of our Nation to pray, or otherwise give thanks, in accordance with their own faiths and consciences, for our many freedoms and blessings, and I invite all people of faith to join me in asking for God’s continued guidance, grace, and protection as we meet the challenges before us. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of April, in the year of our Lord two thousand ten, and of the Inde- pendence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty- fourth. BARACK OBAMA Proclamation 8515 of May 6, 2010 Military Spouse Appreciation Day, 2010 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation When Americans answer the call to serve in our Armed Forces, a sa- cred trust is forged. Our men and women in uniform take on the duty of protecting us all, and their spouses and families also help shoulder this important responsibility. As we mark Military Spouse Apprecia- tion Day, we reaffirm our steadfast commitment to supporting and hon- oring the husbands, wives, and loved ones of our Nation’s servicemembers. At the heart of our Armed Forces, servicemembers’ spouses keep our military families on track. They balance family life, military life, and their careers—all while supporting other military families and giving back to their communities. Many have served in uniform themselves and, understanding the obligations involved, can provide unparalleled support. They are pillars of strength in their families, often celebrating their children’s life milestones while the other parent is away. Military spouses also care for our wounded warriors and honor the memory of our Nation’s fallen heroes, including their own loved ones. They impact countless lives on military bases and in schools, places of worship, and neighborhoods across our Nation. Their contributions