[Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents Volume 43, Number 18 (Monday, May 7, 2007)]
[Page 552]
[Online from the Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

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Proclamation 8136--Jewish American Heritage Month, 2007

 April 30, 2007

 By the President of the United States

 of America

 A Proclamation

    The faith and hard work of Jewish Americans have played an integral 
role in shaping the cultural fabric of America. During Jewish American 
Heritage Month, we celebrate the vital contributions of Jewish Americans 
to our Nation.
    Throughout our history, Jewish Americans have contributed to the 
strength of our country and the preservation of our values. The talent 
and imagination of these citizens have helped our Nation prosper, and 
their efforts continue to remind us of America's gift of religious 
freedom and the blessings of God's steadfast love. Jewish Americans have 
worked to promote civil rights and build bridges of mutual understanding 
among the world's religions. Their deep commitment to faith and strong 
ties to family enrich our country and set a positive example for others.
    This month is also a time to recognize the sacrifices of Jewish 
Americans who serve our Nation in the Armed Forces. These brave men and 
women are dedicated to freedom's cause, and all those who live in 
freedom live in their debt.
    Jewish American Heritage Month is an opportunity to honor the 
accomplishments of Jewish-American citizens and to remember that our 
Nation is a melting pot of cultures. I join all Americans in celebrating 
the rich Jewish heritage and the many ways Jewish Americans contribute 
to a bright future for our country.
    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 May 2007 as Jewish 
American Heritage Month. I call upon all Americans to observe this month 
with appropriate programs and activities to honor Jewish Americans 
across the country.
    In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand this thirtieth day 
of April, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the 
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
                                                George W. Bush

 [Filed with the Office of the Federal Register, 8:54 a.m., May 2, 2007]

Note: This proclamation was published in the Federal Register on May 3.