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Federal Register Presidential Documents

Vol. 70, No. 59

Tuesday, March 29, 2005

Title 3— Proclamation 7876 of March 24, 2005

The President Greek Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of

Greek and American Democracy, 2005

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Well before modern Greece gained her independence, the ancient Athenians
adopted democratic principles that guided their society. These principles
inspired our Founding Fathers to proclaim the imperative of self-government
as they worked to build our great Nation. America’s love for liberty has
deep roots in the spirit of Greece. On Greek Independence Day, we celebrate
our special ties of friendship, history, and shared values with Greece.
Our country has welcomed generations of Greek immigrants, and we are
grateful for their talents, wisdom, and creativity. We honor the Greek spirit
that values family and education, public service and faith. Greek Americans
have made a mark in every field—enhancing our culture, enriching our
commerce, and defending our freedom. Their strong record of public service
has also strengthened our democracy, and their contributions have made
America a better place.
As we address the challenges of the 21st century, the United States and
Greece remain committed partners in the vital work of advancing freedom
and democracy. Our two Nations are founded on shared ideals of liberty,
and we are working together to advance those ideals across the world
today.
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 March 25, 2005, as
Greek Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of Greek and Amer-
ican Democracy. I call upon all Americans to observe this day with appro-
priate ceremonies and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-fourth
day of March, 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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