[Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents Volume 44, Number 21 (Monday, June 2, 2008)]
[Pages 763-764]
[Online from the Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

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Proclamation 8262--Caribbean-American Heritage Month, 2008

 May 29, 2008

 By the President of the United States

 of America

 A Proclamation

    Caribbean-American Heritage Month is an opportunity to show our 
appreciation for the many ways Caribbean Americans have contributed to 
our country.
    Caribbean Americans have helped to shape our national fabric with 
their vibrant traditions and their unique history. They have brightened 
our lives with the spirit and vitality of their culture. Through strong 
leadership and pride in their heritage, they have enriched America. In 
all walks of life, they have contributed their many talents and added to 
our Nation's development and prosperity.

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    We especially show our gratitude for the men and women of Caribbean 
descent who have served bravely in our Armed Forces and those still 
serving today. These heroes have answered a call greater than self, and 
we keep them in our thoughts and prayers.

    During June, we celebrate and recognize the Caribbean Americans 
whose determination and hard work have helped make our country a better 
place.

    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 June 2008 as Caribbean-
American Heritage Month. I encourage all Americans to learn more about 
the history and culture of Caribbean Americans and their contributions 
to our Nation.

    In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-ninth 
day of May, 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

 [Filed with the Office of the Federal Register, 10:13 a.m., June 2, 
2008]

Note: This proclamation will be published in the Federal Register on 
June 3. The Office of the Press Secretary also released a Spanish 
language version of this proclamation.