PROCLAMATION 7500—NOV. 12, 2001 115 STAT. 2859
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 November
9, 2001, as World Freedom Day. I call upon the people of the United
States to observe this day v^^ith appropriate ceremonies and activities
and to reaffirm their devotion to the aspirations of all people for freedom and democracy.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF. I have hereunto set my hand this ninth day
of November, in the year of our Lord two thousand one, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and
twenty-sixth.
GEORGE W. BUSH
Proclamation 7500 of November 12, 2001
National American Indian Heritage Month, 2001
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
The strength of our Nation comes from its people. As the early inhabitants of this great land, the native peoples of North America played
a unique role in the shaping of our Nation’s history and culture. During this month when we celebrate Thanksgiving, we especially celebrate their heritage and the contributions of American Indian and Alaska Native peoples to this Nation.
Since our Nation’s birth, pluralism and diversity have been hallmarks
of the American experience and success. In 1782, the Founding Fathers
chose as our national motto “E Pluribus Unum,” which means “out of
many, one.” Today, America’s unity, derived from a mix of many diverse cultures and people, grandly embodies the vision expressed by
our Founders. American Indian and Alaska Native cultures have made
remarkable contributions to our national identity. Their unique spiritual, artistic, and literary contributions, together with their vibrant
customs and celebrations, enliven and enrich our land.
As we move into the 21st century, American Indians and Alaska Natives will play a vital role in maintaining our Nation’s strength and
prosperity. Almost half of America’s Native American tribal leaders
have served in the United States Armed Forces, following in the footsteps of their forebears who distinguished themselves during the World
Wars and the conflicts in Korea, Vietnam, and the Persian Gulf.
Their patriotism again appeared after the September 11 attacks, as
American Indian law enforcement officers volunteered to serve in air
marshal programs. On the local level, American Indians and Alaska
Natives are strengthening their communities through education and
business development, opening the doors to opportunity, and contributing to a brighter future for all.
My Administration will continue to work with tribal governments on
a sovereign to sovereign basis to provide Native Americans with new
economic and educational opportunities. Indian education programs
will remain a priority, so that no American child, including no Native
115 STAT. 2860 PROCLAMATION 7501—NOV. 13, 2001
American child, is left behind. We will protect and honor tribal sovereignty and help to stimulate economic development in reservation
communities. We will work with the American Indians and Alaska Natives to preserve their freedoms, as they practice their religion and culture.
During National American Indian Heritage Month, I call on all Americans to learn more about the history and heritage of the Native peoples
of this great land. Such actions reaffirm our appreciation and respect
for their traditions and way of life and can help to preserve an important part of our culture for generations yet to come.
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 November
2001 as National American Indian Heritage Month. I call upon the people of the United States to observe this month with appropriate programs and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twelfth day
of November, in the year of our Lord two thousand one, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and
twenty-sixth.
i GEORGE W. BUSH
Proclamation 7501 of November 13, 2001
National Farm-City Week, 2001
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
As fall harvesting occurs and Americans gather with family and friends
during Thanksgiving to share holiday meals, we celebrate our Nation’s
farmers and ranchers who provide us with abundant agricultural products, and we recognize all of those who help get those food products
from the farm to our tables.
The American agricultural industry is the leading global provider of
food. Its remarkable rates of production are a continuing tribute to the
ingenuity, diligence, and creativity of om* country’s farmers and ranchers. But agriculture is not just one industry among many—it is the very
heart of our economy. The aggregate output of our food industry is unparalleled in human history. This enormous production makes farmers
and ranchers key contributors to the collective wealth of our country.
Their extraordinary efforts produce foodstuffs not just for our land but
for the world, and they are driven by the American virtues of independence, industry, innovation, and sacrifice.
Our Nation’s farmers and ranchers depend upon a complex chain of
interrelationships with urban workers to get their products to national
and world markets. Shippers, processors, marketers, tradespeople, grocers, truck drivers, food service providers, inspectors, researchers, and
scientists are all part of the formula that feeds our land and the world.
These urban/agriculture partnerships serve as catalysts for our overall
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