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

 
PROCLAMATION 8250--APR. 30, 2008

Proclamation 8250 of April 30, 2008
Law Day, U.S.A., 2008
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
The right of ordinary men and women to determine their own future,
protected by the rule of law, lies at the heart of America's founding
principles. As our country celebrates the 50th anniversary of Law Day,
we renew our commitment to the ideals on which this great Nation was
established and to a robust system of ordered liberty.
The American legal system is central to protecting the rights and
freedoms our Nation holds dear. The theme of this year's Law Day, ``The
Rule of Law: Foundation for Communities of Opportunity and Equity,''
recognizes the fundamental role that the rule of law plays in preserving
liberty in our Nation and in all free societies. We pay tribute to the
men and women in America's legal community. Through hard work and
dedication to the rule of law, members of the judiciary and the legal
profession help secure the rights of individuals, bring justice to our
communities, and reinforce the proud traditions that make America a
beacon of light for the world.
Nearly 800 years ago, the Magna Carta placed the authority of government
under the rule of law; centuries later, the Declaration of Independence
and the United States Constitution marked tremendous advances in the
march of liberty. These documents established enduring principles that
guide modern democracies. Today, we are reminded of that past and look
toward a hopeful future as we work to secure the liberty that is the
natural right of every man, woman, and child.
On Law Day, U.S.A., our Nation celebrates our belief in the equality of
each person before God and renews our commitment to strive to bring
America ever closer to its founding ideals.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of
America, in accordance with Public Law 87-20, as amended, do hereby
proclaim May 1, 2008, as Law Day, U.S.A. I call upon all the people of
the United States to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and
activities. I also call upon Government officials to dis





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play the flag of the United States in support of this national
observance.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day of
April, 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