    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2005, Book II)]
    [November 22, 2005]
    [Page 1762]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Message on the First Anniversary of the Orange Revolution
    November 22, 2005

        I send greetings to those celebrating the first anniversary of the
    Orange Revolution.
        One year ago today, hundreds of thousands of Ukrainian citizens
    stood up to defend democracy in their homeland. Through great courage
    and determination, they showed the world that the love of liberty is
    stronger than the will of tyranny. Last year's revolution was a powerful
    example of freedom and democracy in action and an inspiration to those
    aspiring for freedom in their own land.
        Ukraine's leadership now faces an historic opportunity and has an
    historic responsibility to fulfill the promise of the Orange Revolution
    and continue to transform Ukraine into a fully democratic state. The
    United States will continue to support the efforts of President Viktor
    Yushchenko in advancing a democratic,
    prosperous, and secure Ukraine, and America is proud to call Ukraine a
    friend.
        Laura and I send our best wishes on this
    special occasion.

                                                              George W. Bush

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