Proc. 7878 Title 3--The President support the bipartisan Crime Victims' Rights Amendment to the Constitu- tion, which would safeguard basic rights for victims regarding their safety, notification of public proceedings involving the crime, and claims of res- titution. Across our Nation, individuals and organizations--including faith-based and community groups--are dedicated to defending and securing the rights of crime victims and providing hope and healing to those who hurt. To- gether, their commitment and compassion help ensure that our legal system stands up for the rights of victims and that our communities step forward to lend a hand to people in need. During this week, we honor their extraor- dinary work and renew our pledge to protect the rights of crime victims. 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 April l0 through April 16, 2005, as National Crime Victims' Rights Week. I encourage all Americans to highlight and advance the cause of victims' rights in their communities. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of March, in the year of our Lord two thousand five, and of the Independ- ence of the United States of America the two hundred and twenty-ninth. GEORGE W. BUSH Proclamation 7878 of April 1, 2005 National Child Abuse Prevention Month, 2005 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Our Nation has a responsibility to build a safe and nurturing society so that our young people can realize their full potential. During National Child Abuse Prevention Month, we renew our commitment to preventing child abuse and rededicate ourselves to working together to ensure that all chil- dren can have a bright and hopeful future. Creating a protective environment for our young people requires the shared commitment of individuals, families, and faith-based and community orga- nizations. Parents and family members are the first and most important in- fluence in a child's life. A safe and stable family can provide children with a foundation of love and security that encourages positive growth and de- velopment. Federal, State, and local government officials can also improve the lives of our young people by doing all they can to keep children safe from harm. Together, we can protect our future generations so that they can realize the opportunities of our Nation. By providing help and hope to our young peo- ple, we will build a better and more compassionate world for our children and grandchildren. 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 April 2005 as National Child 36
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