Mother's Day, 2000

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Part VI

The President

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Proclamation 7305--Mother's Day, 2000

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Title 3--
The President

Proclamation 7305 of May 10, 2000

Mother's Day, 2000

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

We are living in a new century and a new age, where the
revolution in communications technology is changing
almost every aspect of human experience. But even in
this new era of global connections, there is perhaps no
more powerful link than the love between mother and
child.

That bond is a child's first experience of the world,
and that love is often the deepest source of the self-
esteem, courage, and character that children need to
thrive. Mothers are their children's first teachers;
they are their inspiring role models whose generosity,
compassion, and unconditional acceptance give children
the strength and encouragement to reach their fullest
potential and to make their own contributions to their
families, communities, and country.

Even in this age of spectacular technological advances,
mothers still face the daunting challenges of balancing
the responsibilities of home and work and meeting the
changing emotional, educational, and physical needs of
their children. Mothers strive to provide a safe and
nurturing environment. They help their children
navigate the often stormy waters of an increasingly
complicated world. They teach their children to
approach conflict with words, not violence; to cherish
the richness of our diversity and reject prejudice in
any form; and to believe in themselves.

Each year we set aside this special day to acknowledge
all that our mothers--whether biological or foster,
adoptive or stepmothers--have given us. It is a time to
reflect on all we have gained from their unwavering
care, guidance, and sacrifice, and a time to express
openly our deep gratitude and abiding love. The
Congress, by a joint resolution approved May 8, 1914
(38 Stat. 770), has designated the second Sunday in May
of each year as ``Mother's Day'' and requested the
President to call for its appropriate observance.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, WILLIAM J. CLINTON, President of the
United States of America, do hereby proclaim May 14,
2000, as Mother's Day. Whether we are able to share
this special day with our mothers in person or are
blessed only with our memories of their love, in our
hearts they remain with us always. I urge all Americans
to express their love and respect for their mothers on
this day, to speak the words of appreciation we too
often neglect to say, and to observe this day with
appropriate ceremonies, activities, and programs.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this
tenth day of May, in the year of our Lord two thousand,
and of the Independence of the United States of America
the two hundred and twenty-fourth.