[Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents Volume 44, Number 28 (Monday, July 21, 2008)]
[Pages 1005-1006]
[Online from the Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

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Statement on the 90th Birthday of Nelson Mandela

July 18, 2008

    On behalf of the people of the United States, Laura and I extend 
congratulations to Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela on his 90th birthday. I 
applaud the leadership he is providing on many vital causes in South 
Africa and around the world. Mr. Mandela is a great example of courage, 
hope, and the power of freedom.

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