[Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents Volume 44, Number 47 (Monday, December 1, 2008)]
[Page 1447]
[Online from the Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

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Message on the Fifth Anniversary of the Rose Revolution

November 21, 2008

    I send greetings to those celebrating the fifth anniversary of the 
Rose Revolution.
    One of the most inspiring chapters in the history of freedom was 
written by the Georgian people during the Rose Revolution. Thirsting for 
liberty and armed only with roses in hand, citizens throughout Georgia 
peacefully staked claim to their God-given right of liberty. These 
demonstrations proved once again, that when given a choice, people 
choose to live in freedom.
    On this anniversary, Americans honor the brave Georgian citizens who 
defended freedom, and we renew our commitment to supporting Georgia's 
democracy, independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. We also 
look forward to the day when the light of liberty shines on all people 
throughout the world.
    Laura and I send our best wishes. May the God who gave us liberty 
bless those who are advancing freedom's cause.
                                                George W. Bush

Note: This message was released by the Office of the Press Secretary on 
November 22. An original was not available for the verification of the 
content of this message.