Jewish American Heritage Month, 2007

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Part V

The President

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Proclamation 8136--Jewish American Heritage Month, 2007

Proclamation 8137--Loyalty Day, 2007

Proclamation 8138--National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, 2007

Proclamation 8139--Older Americans Month, 2007

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Title 3--
The President

Proclamation 8136 of April 30, 2007

Jewish American Heritage Month, 2007

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

The faith and hard work of Jewish Americans have played
an integral role in shaping the cultural fabric of
America. During Jewish American Heritage Month, we
celebrate the vital contributions of Jewish Americans
to our Nation.

Throughout our history, Jewish Americans have
contributed to the strength of our country and the
preservation of our values. The talent and imagination
of these citizens have helped our Nation prosper, and
their efforts continue to remind us of America's gift
of religious freedom and the blessings of God's
steadfast love. Jewish Americans have worked to promote
civil rights and build bridges of mutual understanding
among the world's religions. Their deep commitment to
faith and strong ties to family enrich our country and
set a positive example for others.

This month is also a time to recognize the sacrifices
of Jewish Americans who serve our Nation in the Armed
Forces. These brave men and women are dedicated to
freedom's cause, and all those who live in freedom live
in their debt.

Jewish American Heritage Month is an opportunity to
honor the accomplishments of Jewish-American citizens
and to remember that our Nation is a melting pot of
cultures. I join all Americans in celebrating the rich
Jewish heritage and the many ways Jewish Americans
contribute to a bright future for our country.

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 2007 as Jewish American
Heritage Month. I call upon all Americans to observe
this month with appropriate programs and activities to
honor Jewish Americans across the country.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this
thirtieth 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.