President Bush sends greetings and words of encouragement to Make A Difference Day volunteers.
I send greetings to all those participating in Make A Difference Day, 2004. The strength of America lies in the hearts and souls of our citizens. Across our country, people are making a difference in our communities by donating their time and talents to help those in need. These individuals are part of the armies of compassion, working to build a culture of responsibility in which the sick are comforted, the aged are honored, the immigrant is welcomed, and the weak and vulnerable are never overlooked.
My Administration encourages all Americans to volunteer to help make their communities and our Nation better and stronger. I created the USA Freedom Corps to help more Americans find opportunities to volunteer. As I travel around our country, I am honored to meet citizens of all ages who serve others through Federal programs such as Citizen Corps, AmeriCorps, Senior Corps, and the Peace Corps, as well as many other local organizations. Their good hearts and service set an example for our Nation and help transform people's lives.
I applaud all those who have answered the call to serve. Laura and I send our best wishes for a memorable and rewarding day.
President George W. Bush

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