    [Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents Volume 42, Number 17 (Monday, May 1, 2006)]
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    [Online from the Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

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    Remarks During a Visit to the Hands On Gulf Coast Civic Action Center in
    Biloxi, Mississippi

    April 27, 2006

        The President. I've come to the conclusion that I'm at a terrific
    place, where people are here bound by a common desire to show compassion
    to their neighbors in need. I really thank you. It's a compassion
    commune--[laughter]--where people are united by a singular purpose and
    setting a great example. Everybody--most people I talk to say, ``Well,
    it makes me feel better.'' The truth of the matter is, when you
    volunteer to serve somebody in need, it does make you feel better.

        So for all those in our country who are wondering whether or not
    they can make a difference in somebody's life, the answer is, all you
    have to do is look at these people here.

        Audience member. Volunteer!

        The President. All right. Thank you.

    Note: The President spoke at 3:17 p.m.