National Character Counts Week, 2006

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Part VI

The President

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Proclamation 8070--National Character Counts Week, 2006

Proclamation 8071--National Forest Products Week, 2006

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Title 3--
The President

Proclamation 8070 of October 13, 2006

National Character Counts Week, 2006

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

America's strength is found in the spirit and character
of our people. During National Character Counts Week,
we renew our commitment to instilling values in our
young people and to encouraging all Americans to
remember the importance of good character.

As the primary teachers and examples of character,
parents help create a more compassionate and decent
society. And as individuals, we all have an obligation
to help our children become responsible citizens and
realize their full potential. By demonstrating values
such as integrity, courage, honesty, and patriotism,
all Americans can help our children develop strength
and character.

Countless individuals throughout our country
demonstrate character by volunteering their time and
energy to help neighbors in need. The men and women of
our Armed Forces set an example of character by bravely
putting the security of our Nation before their own
lives. We also see character in the family members,
teachers, coaches, and other dedicated individuals
whose hearts are invested in the future of our
children.

Our changing world requires virtues that sustain our
democracy, make self-government possible, and help
build a more hopeful future. National Character Counts
Week is an opportunity to recognize the depth of
America's character and appreciate those who pass on
our values to future generations.

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 October 15 through October
21, 2006, as National Character Counts Week. I call
upon public officials, educators, librarians, parents,
students, and all Americans to observe this week with
appropriate ceremonies, activities, and programs.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this
thirteenth day of October, in the year of our Lord two
thousand six, and of the Independence of the United
States of America the two hundred and thirty-first.