    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: WILLIAM J. CLINTON (2000, Book I)]
    [March 1, 2000]
    [Page 350]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Radio Remarks on Read Across America Day
    March 1, 2000

        On March 2, volunteers across the country will celebrate Dr. Seuss'
    birthday by reading to more than 20 million youngsters in the third
    annual Read Across America Day. The event brings together athletes,
    entertainers, and business leaders and others to help spread the joy of
    reading to our Nation's youth and to ensure that all children develop
    the reading skills they need to succeed in school and in life. I urge
    all Americans to participate.

    Note: The President's remarks were recorded at 3:45 p.m. on February 25
    in the Oval Office at the White House for later broadcast. The
    transcript was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on March 1.
    These remarks were also made available on the White House Press Office
    Actuality Line.