United Nations Day, 2006
A Proclamation by the President of the United States of America
On October 24, 1945, the United Nations was formed to promote peace
and international security, further economic and social development,
protect fundamental human dignity, and recognize the equal rights of men
and women. On United Nations Day, we recognize the establishment of this
important organization and underscore our commitment to making the world
free and secure.
The United Nations was built on the idea that nations can act
together to resolve conflict, and in the more than six decades since it
was formed, the United Nations has addressed significant international
challenges. With 192 member countries, the United Nations works to
promote freedom, expand opportunity, and reach out to those in need.
Today, as we work to combat extremism and terror with justice and
dignity, the efforts of the United Nations are as vital as ever. The
world needs the members of the United Nations to stand together to help
the organization live up to its founding ideals, fulfill its mission,
and spread hope and liberty to people around the globe. Together, we can
combat terrorism, help empower the voices of moderation, fight disease,
and work for a world where all people are free to determine their own
destinies.
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 24, 2006, as
United Nations Day.
I urge the Governors of the 50 States, the Governor of the
Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and the officials of other areas under the
flag of the United States to observe United Nations Day with appropriate
ceremonies and activities.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twentieth day of
October, in the year of our Lord two thousand six, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and
thirty-first.
GEORGE W. BUSH
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