[United States Statutes at Large, Volume 120, 109th Congress, 2nd Session]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

 
PROCLAMATION 8008--APR. 28, 2006
Proclamation 8008 of April 28, 2006
Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month, 2006
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
During Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month, we honor and celebrate the
millions of Asian/Pacific Americans whose contributions have helped make
America a strong, vibrant, and free society.
Asian/Pacific Americans represent many nations and ethnicities, each
with its own culture, heritage, language, and experience. Across our
country, this diverse group of people has excelled in all walks of life.
Their talent and hard work have added to the success and prosperity of
our Nation and helped make America a leader in the world. They have
helped shape America's character and identity through their strong
values, love of family, and commitment to community. America is
especially grateful to the many Asian/Pacific Americans who have
courageously answered the call to defend freedom as members of our Armed
Forces. The sacrifices of these brave men and women help preserve the
ideals of our country's founding and make the world a safer place.
To honor the achievements and contributions of Asian/Pacific Americans,
the Congress, by Public Law 102-450 as amended, has designated the month
of May each year as ``Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month.''
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of
America, do hereby proclaim May 2006 as Asian/Pacific American Heritage
Month. I call upon the people of the United States

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to learn more about the history of Asian/Pacific Americans and their
role in our national story and to observe this month with appropriate
programs and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-eighth day
of April, in the year of our Lord two thousand six, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and
thirtieth.
GEORGE W. BUSH