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

 
PROCLAMATION 8175--SEPT. 12, 2007

Proclamation 8175 of September 12, 2007
National Hispanic Heritage Month, 2007
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Hispanic Americans have strengthened our country and contributed to the
spirit of America. National Hispanic Heritage Month is an opportunity to
honor these contributions and celebrate the rich cultural traditions of
our Hispanic-American community.

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Hispanic Americans have helped establish America as a place of freedom
and opportunity, and their contributions have illustrated what is best
about our great Nation. Their hard work, love of country, and deep
commitment to faith and family have shaped the character of our country
and helped preserve the values we all cherish. By sharing their vibrant
culture and heritage, Hispanic Americans have also enriched the American
experience and helped define the unique fabric of our Nation.
Americans of Hispanic heritage have carried on a proud tradition of
service to our Nation. In times of great consequence, they have answered
the call to defend America as members of our Armed Forces. These brave
men and women bring honor to America, and we are grateful for their
service and sacrifice. In our towns and communities, Hispanic Americans
have also shown the good heart of our Nation by volunteering to help
their fellow Americans. Their kindness and compassion have made a
difference in the lives of others and have made our country a more
hopeful place for all.
During National Hispanic Heritage Month, we celebrate the diversity that
makes America stronger, and we recognize the many ways Hispanic
Americans have enriched our Nation. To honor the achievements of
Hispanic Americans, the Congress, by Public Law 100-402, as amended, has
authorized and requested the President to issue annually a proclamation
designating September 15 through October 15 as ``National Hispanic
Heritage Month.'';
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and
the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 15 through
October 15, 2007, as National Hispanic Heritage Month. I call upon
public officials, educators, librarians, and all the people of the
United States to observe this month with appropriate ceremonies,
activities, and programs.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twelfth day of
September, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH