[Peace-discuss] Fw: Wait - there's more: [Fwd: Loyalty Day]

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Sent: Friday, May 01, 2009 10:14 PM
Subject: Wait - there's more: [Fwd: Loyalty Day]


> <http://www.whitehouse.gov/the_press_office/Proclamation-Signed-By-The-President-Today-Regarding-Loyalty-Day/
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>                     THE WHITE HOUSE
>              Office of the Press Secretary
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> For Immediate Release                      May 1, 2009
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>
> LOYALTY DAY, 2009
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> BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
>
> A PROCLAMATION
>
> More than two centuries ago, our Nation's Founders declared the birth
> of a new Nation and began an experiment in self-governance. The young
> Republic committed itself to protecting the rights of life, liberty,
> and the pursuit of happiness for all citizens. These ideals inspired
> loyalty to the young Nation and moved volunteers to fight for their
> independence.
>
> Generations later, these founding principles continue to unify and
> command the loyalty of the American people. The United States has
> expanded in size, increased in population, and grown in diversity, yet
> the promise of liberty and the pursuit of happiness arouse the
> patriotism and loyalty of Americans anew. Just as early settlers
> pledged to do their part to build the new Nation, now recent
> immigrants -- loyal to the very same values -- are helping America
> fulfill its promise.
>
> We enjoy these blessings of liberty only because brave patriots have
> answered the call of duty. The men and women of the United States
> Armed Forces exemplify loyalty to our highest ideals, as do those who
> have fought valiantly for civil rights within our borders. These
> Americans and many others have made enormous sacrifices, and our
> Nation is grateful for their selflessness and unshakeable loyalty.
>
> The Congress, by Public Law 85-529, as amended, has designated May 1
> of each year as "Loyalty Day." On Loyalty Day, we honor our Nation and
> remember with pride the courageous individuals who help keep it safe
> and strong and who honor its legacy of freedom and equal opportunity.
>
> NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of
> America, do hereby proclaim May 1, 2009, as Loyalty Day. I call upon
> all the people of the United States to join in support of this
> national observance and to display the flag of the United States on
> Loyalty Day.
>
> IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this first day of May,
> in the year of our Lord two thousand nine, and of the Independence of
> the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-third.
>
> BARACK OBAMA
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