    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2001, Book II)]
    [September 2, 2001]
    [Page 1060]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

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    Labor Day Greeting to the Nation
    September 2, 2001

        Hello, and happy Labor Day. On this day we celebrate the hard work
    of Americans. Teachers and doctors, farmers and factory workers,
    policemen and engineers, bankers and mechanics--the working men and
    women of America are a model for the world.
        Work is important to our human dignity. Everyone should know the
    satisfaction that comes from working hard and seeing results from your
    labor. That is why we need a strong and growing economy that creates
    jobs for all.
        Americans everywhere have reason to be proud this Labor Day. We also
    have reasons to be profoundly grateful. We live in a blessed land,
    strong and free, at peace in the world, where we are able to enjoy the
    fruits of our labor and pursue our dreams. We should never forget what a
    rare and hopeful time in history this is. May God continue to bestow His
    blessings upon our land.
        I hope you have a safe and enjoyable Labor Day.

    Note: The greeting was videotaped at approximately 2:30 p.m. on July 30
    in the Map Room for later broadcast. It was made available by the Office
    of the Press Secretary on August 30 but was embargoed for release until
    4 p.m. on September 2. It was fed by satellite to networks and local
    television stations on August 31. A tape was not available for
    verification of the content of this greeting.