Jewish Heritage Week, 2005

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Part III

The President

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Proclamation 7898--Jewish Heritage Week, 2005

Notice of May 5, 2005--Continuation of the National Emergency Blocking
Property of Certain Persons and Prohibiting the Export of Certain Goods
to Syria

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Title 3--
The President

Proclamation 7898 of May 5, 2005

Jewish Heritage Week, 2005

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

During Jewish Heritage Week, we celebrate and honor
Jewish Americans for their contributions to this
country and for helping to shape our national
character.

The story of the Jewish people reflects the triumph of
faith, the importance of family, and the power of hope.
Through inspiring stories of personal sacrifice and
survival, the Jewish people have demonstrated
unyielding trust in a loving God and enduring faith in
human freedom.

America is stronger and more hopeful because of the
industry, talent, and imagination of Jewish Americans
from around the world. Their commitment to excellence
in science, public service, law, athletics, literature,
and countless other fields has enriched our Nation and
enhanced our culture. Through strong ties to family and
community, Jewish Americans reflect a compassionate
spirit and set a positive example for others.

We are also grateful for their legacy of selfless
service to our country. As our troops defend liberty
and justice abroad, we recognize Jewish Americans who
have answered the call to help keep our Nation secure
and build a more peaceful world. Their personal
courage, love of country, and devotion to duty are
helping to bring freedom and hope to millions who had
previously lived under tyranny.

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 May 8 through May 15, 2005,
as Jewish Heritage Week. I urge all Americans to
celebrate the contributions of Jewish Americans to our
Nation and observe this week with appropriate programs
and activities.

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

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