    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2003, Book I)]
    [May 30, 2003]
    [Page 571]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Message on the Great American Cleanup, 2003
    May 30, 2003

        I send greetings to the participants of the 2003 Great American
    Cleanup. I am honored to serve as Honorary Chair of this event.
        America is a land of majestic beauty, and Americans can be proud of
    the remarkable progress we have made in protecting our environment and
    natural resources. Today, our air is cleaner, our waters are less
    polluted, and our lands are better protected, better managed, and more
    accessible to the American people. Through volunteer service programs
    such as the Great American Cleanup, we continue to preserve our natural
    heritage for future generations and make our communities more vibrant
    places to visit and live.
        I have called on every American to dedicate at least 4,000 hours
    over the rest of their lives to the service of others. Through the USA
    Freedom Corps initiative, my Administration is mobilizing individuals
    and organizations and providing opportunities for citizens to give back
    to their communities. Americans have responded with an outpouring of
    acts of kindness and volunteer service that is transforming our Nation,
    one heart and one soul at a time.
        I commend those involved with the Great American Cleanup for
    answering the call to serve. I also applaud Keep America Beautiful for
    50 years of encouraging Americans to take responsibility for improving
    the environment.
        Laura joins me in sending our best wishes.