Law Day, U.S.A., 2007

Proclamation 8135 of April 27, 2007

Law Day, U.S.A., 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Our Nation is built upon the rule of law and guided by
our founding promise of freedom, equality, and justice
for all. Law Day is an opportunity to celebrate the
Constitution and the laws that protect our rights and
liberties and to recognize our responsibility as
citizens to uphold the values of a free and just
society.

Generations of Americans have served the cause of
justice and shaped our legal institutions to ensure
that the blessings of liberty extend to every citizen.
The men and women of America's legal community have
worked to defend the Constitution, protect the
innocent, and secure the rights of their fellow
citizens. Their efforts have helped make our Nation a
shining example of justice.

America's faith in the rule of law has endured through
the centuries. Today, we strive to prepare our next
generation of leaders to carry on America's tradition
of freedom and democracy. The theme of this year's Law
Day, ``Liberty Under Law: Empowering Youth, Assuring
Democracy,'' highlights the importance of teaching our
young people about the vital role they can play in our
democratic society. We all have a duty to help our
youth become responsible citizens by promoting the
virtues that sustain our democracy and fostering a
deeper understanding and respect for our Constitution
and laws. These young men and women will shape the
future of our country, and their spirit and character
will help promote justice, equality, and opportunity
throughout our country.

The strength of our legal system requires the ongoing
commitment of every citizen. As we observe Law Day, we
celebrate our Nation's legal heritage and honor those
who work to advance the cause of justice.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the
United States of America, in accordance with Public Law
87-20, as amended, do hereby proclaim May 1, 2007, as
Law Day, U.S.A. I call upon all the people of the
United States to observe this day with appropriate
ceremonies and activities. I also call upon Government
officials to display the flag of the United States in
support of this national observance.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this
twenty-seventh 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.