[United States Statutes at Large, Volume 121, 110th Congress, 1st Session]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

 
PROCLAMATION 8135--APR. 27, 2007

Proclamation 8135 of April 27, 2007
Law Day, U.S.A., 2007
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Our Nation is built upon the rule of law and guided by our founding
promise of freedom, equality, and justice for all. Law Day is an
opportunity to celebrate the Constitution and the laws that protect our
rights and liberties and to recognize our responsibility as citizens to
uphold the values of a free and just society.
Generations of Americans have served the cause of justice and shaped our
legal institutions to ensure that the blessings of liberty extend to
every citizen. The men and women of America's legal community have
worked to defend the Constitution, protect the innocent, and secure the
rights of their fellow citizens. Their efforts have helped make our
Nation a shining example of justice.
America's faith in the rule of law has endured through the centuries.
Today, we strive to prepare our next generation of leaders to carry on
America's tradition of freedom and democracy. The theme of this year's
Law Day, ``Liberty Under Law: Empowering Youth, Assuring Democracy,'';
highlights the importance of teaching our young people about the vital
role they can play in our democratic society. We all have a duty to help
our youth become responsible citizens by promoting the virtues that
sustain our democracy and fostering a deeper understanding and respect
for our Constitution and laws. These young

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men and women will shape the future of our country, and their spirit and
character will help promote justice, equality, and opportunity
throughout our country.
The strength of our legal system requires the ongoing commitment of
every citizen. As we observe Law Day, we celebrate our Nation's legal
heritage and honor those who work to advance the cause of justice.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of
America, in accordance with Public Law 87-20, as amended, do hereby
proclaim May 1, 2007, as Law Day, U.S.A. I call upon all the people of
the United States to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and
activities. I also call upon Government officials to display the flag of
the United States in support of this national observance.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-seventh 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.
GEORGE W. BUSH