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

122 STAT. 5376


 
PROCLAMATION 8308--OCT. 16, 2008



Proclamation 8308 of October 16, 2008
National Character Counts Week, 2008
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
The strength of our Nation is found in the character of our citizens.
During National Character Counts Week, we recommit ourselves to
instilling strong values in our youth and encourage all Americans to
develop good character.
Parents and families can teach children the timeless principles of
respect, responsibility, honesty, commitment, and compassion. In our
communities, parents, mentors, clergy members, teachers, coaches, and
neighbors serve as role models by dedicating their time and talents to
help others. At home and abroad, members of our Armed Forces exemplify
the true character of our Nation by bravely protecting our freedom and
serving a cause greater than self.
The Helping America's Youth initiative, led by First Lady Laura Bush,
connects young people with caring adults and community organizations
that help them avoid risky behavior and achieve success. By becoming
actively involved in the lives of children, we can help our young people
make the right choices and lead lives of integrity and achievement.
National Character Counts Week is an opportunity for our citizens to
reaffirm their responsibility to their communities and to recognize the
importance of teaching strong values to our next generation of leaders.
For more information on ways to set a positive example and make a
lasting contribution to the future of our country, citizens can visit
volunteer.gov.
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
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 19 through October
25, 2008, as National Character Counts Week. I call upon public
officials, educators, librarians, parents, students, and all Americans
to observe this week with appropriate ceremonies, activities, and
programs.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this sixteenth day of
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand eight, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
third.
GEORGE W. BUSH