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Part III





The President





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Proclamation 7946--National Character Counts Week, 2005



Proclamation 7947--National Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve 
Week, 2005



Proclamation 7948--National Forest Products Week, 2005



Proclamation 7949--White Cane Safety Day, 2005
 
 
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  Federal Register / Vol. 70, No. 201 / Wednesday, October 19, 2005 / 
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 The President

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                Proclamation 7946 of October 14, 2005

                
National Character Counts Week, 2005

                By the President of the United States of America

                A Proclamation

                During National Character Counts Week, we focus on ways 
                to reach out to our fellow Americans, especially 
                children. Parents are the first and best example of 
                character in a child's life. By volunteering and 
                performing other acts of service in their communities, 
                parents can teach children about the good that comes 
                from helping others. By extending a hand to those who 
                suffer, parents can demonstrate kindness and compassion 
                and help children learn the importance of serving a 
                cause greater than themselves.

                Our schools also play a vital part in providing 
                children with the principles they need to grow and 
                succeed. The Department of Education supports character 
                education through its Partnerships in Character 
                Education Program. During my Administration, over 60 
                State and local education agencies have received 
                funding from the Department of Education to provide 
                programs that teach important values to our youth.

                Many citizens around the country are helping in the 
                effort to teach character to children. One of the most 
                important ways to contribute is to become a mentor. By 
                showing love, support, and compassion, one person can 
                make a difference in the life of a child.

                During National Character Counts Week and throughout 
                the year, I encourage children and all Americans to 
                make good choices in life, set high standards, and 
                serve as leaders. By working together, we can all 
                contribute to a culture of good citizenship and 
                responsibility that strengthens our Nation.

                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 16 through October 
                22, 2005, 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 
                fourteenth day of October, in the year of our Lord two 
                thousand five, and of the Independence of the United 
                States of America the two hundred and thirtieth.

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