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"The
attacks of September 11th created a stronger America and we
have a renewed spirit of patriotism. We see it in the countless
flags that are flying everywhere. We hear it in familiar phrases
that move us more deeply than ever before. The Pledge Across
America has been an important part of renewing a spirit of
patriotism in the hearts of our young citizens."
George W. Bush, United States President
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"I
commend Celebration USA, the organizers of the National School
Celebration and the Pledge Across America. Last October, Pledge
Across America gave millions of American schoolchildren a
chance to express their patriotism and pride in our nation's
values, at a time when those values were being attacked. Our
free society will only survive if our young citizens understand
and appreciate that we are a nation 'indivisible, with liberty
and justice for all'."
Rod Paige, United States Secretary of Education
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"I
am pleased to commend the members of Celebration U.S.A. for
making the National School Celebration a reality. It is vitally
important that our nation's children understand the privileges
and responsibilities that come with being an American."
William Jefferson Clinton, Former United States President
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"The
National School Celebration is very important, because only
by studying and honoring our great heritage can we preserve
it for generations to come."
George H. Bush, Former United States President
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"I
am pleased to offer my congratulations and best wishes to
everyone associated with the National School Celebration in
honor of our American heritage. This program and its focus
on the institution and values that made and keep our nation
free and strong deserves our support."
Albert Gore, Jr., Former United States Vice President
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"I
commend your organization's goal to instill an appreciation
and understanding of our Nation's history in our young people
through your educational programs."
Colin L. Powell, U.S. Secretary of State; General, U.S.
Army (Ret)
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