Father's Day, 2005

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Part II

The President

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Proclamation 7911--Father's Day, 2005

Executive Order 13379--Amendment to Executive Order 13369, Relating to
the President's Advisory Panel on Federal Tax Reform

Notice of June 17, 2005--Continuation of the National Emergency With
Respect to the Risk of Nuclear Proliferation Created by the
Accumulation of Weapons-Usable Fissile Material in the Territory of the
Russian Federation

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Title 3--
The President

Proclamation 7911 of June 16, 2005

Father's Day, 2005

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Being a father is a great responsibility and a great
joy. From the moment their children are born, fathers
face the daily tasks of being mentors, protectors,
providers, and friends. Fathers take great pride in
watching their children take their first steps, learn
to read, and attend their first day of school. On
Father's Day, our Nation honors fathers across America,
and we express our deep gratitude for their selfless
love and sacrifices.

Caring, decent, and hardworking fathers give much of
themselves. By offering unconditional love and
providing guidance and discipline, a father is a source
of stability and one of the most important influences
on his children. A father's example helps shape the
character and values that his children will carry with
them into adulthood, and the lessons he teaches remain
with them for a lifetime. By encouraging his sons and
daughters to set high standards, work hard, and make
good decisions, a father shows his children that they
can meet life's challenges and be good citizens.

Responsible fatherhood is essential to a compassionate
society in which all children are surrounded by love
and taught the importance of respect, honesty, and
integrity. My Administration commends all those who are
working to strengthen the bonds between fathers and
their children.

On Father's Day and all year long, we honor our
Nation's fathers and express our love and appreciation
for them. We also honor the many proud fathers who are
serving our country on the front lines of freedom. We
are grateful for their service and sacrifice, and we
pray for them and their families. These men have
answered a great call, and they set an example of duty
and honor for all Americans.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the
United States of America, in accordance with a joint
resolution of the Congress approved April 24, 1972, as
amended (36 U.S.C. 109), do hereby proclaim June 19,
2005, as Father's Day. I direct the appropriate
officials of the Government to display the flag of the
United States on all Government buildings on this day.
I also call upon State and local governments and
citizens to observe this day with appropriate programs,
ceremonies, and activities.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this
sixteenth day of June, 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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