[United States Statutes at Large, Volume 121, 110th Congress, 1st Session]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

 
PROCLAMATION 8108--FEB. 27, 2007

Proclamation 8108 of February 27, 2007
American Red Cross Month, 2007
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
The American Red Cross demonstrates the power of human compassion and
embodies the capacity for kindness and generosity of this great Nation.
This month, we honor the men and women of the American Red Cross who
exhibit the spirit and character of America by serving others in need.
Since its founding in 1881, the American Red Cross has helped millions
of individuals overcome the effects of natural disasters and emergencies
by providing shelter, food, counseling, and other assistance. It plays
an important role in our communities by helping maintain our country's
blood supply, offering programs for youth and the elderly, supporting
members of the military and their families, and promoting health and
emergency preparedness. This inspiring organization helps improve the
lives of those in need and continues to assist in the recovery efforts
in the Gulf Coast.
The humanitarian mission of the American Red Cross extends around the
world. My Administration is proud to work with it to support efforts to
combat malaria, measles, HIV/AIDS, and other diseases that affect
millions of people each year in Africa and throughout the world. The
American Red Cross is committed to helping improve the prevention and
treatment of diseases and is working to strengthen community health
programs in developing areas of the world. These efforts help save lives
and show the strength and generosity of America.
We are grateful for the tireless work of the volunteers and staff of the
American Red Cross. During this month, we pay tribute to this remarkable
organization and all those who have answered the call to serve a cause
greater than self and offered support and healing in times of need.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of
America and Honorary Chairman of the American Red Cross, by virtue of
the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United
States, do hereby proclaim March 2007 as American Red Cross Month. I
commend the good work of the American Red Cross,

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and I encourage all Americans to help make our world a better place by
volunteering their time, energy, and talents for others.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-seventh day
of February, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH