[United States Statutes at Large, Volume 122, 110th Congress, 2nd Session]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

 
PROCLAMATION 8221--FEB. 28, 2008

Proclamation 8221 of February 28, 2008
American Red Cross Month, 2008
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
In 1881, Clara Barton established the American Red Cross, and for years
afterward, she led that organization in its noble cause to provide
healing, comfort, and hope to those in need. Today, her legacy lives on
through the millions of individuals who have answered the timeless call
to serve others. During American Red Cross Month, we honor this
charitable organization, and we reflect on its remarkable achievements
and contributions to our country.
The American Red Cross exemplifies the good heart of this Nation by
leading humanitarian efforts at home and around the world. This past
year the American Red Cross provided food, comfort, and medical
assistance to the victims of the tragic bridge collapse in Minnesota,
the devastating wildfires in California, and the tornadoes that affected
several Southern States. From the mountains of Peru to the lowlands of
Bangladesh, the American Red Cross and its partners helped to provide
relief abroad to those affected by natural disasters and humanitarian
emergencies.
The American Red Cross also helps provide vital assistance by organizing
blood drives, teaching health and safety programs, and providing
lifesaving supplies. By compassionately supporting our men and women in
uniform and their families, it helps to lift the spirits of our wounded
warriors. During this month, we send our heartfelt gratitude to the
volunteers and staff of the American Red Cross.
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







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of the United States, do hereby proclaim March 2008 as American Red
Cross Month. I commend the dedicated efforts of the American Red Cross,
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-eighth day
of February, in the year of our Lord two thousand eight, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
second.
GEORGE W. BUSH