[K3PZN-List] Message from George Bush about Amateurs!

[James Nitzberg]

Dear CCARC Members & Guests;

It's nice to see this type of coverage for Amateurs.  

-Jim

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ARLB037 White House greets Amateur Radio operators
President George Bush has sent his greetings to all
Amateur Radio operators, acknowledging their role in
emergency communications and in generating
international good will. The White House letter comes
as hams in the US mark Amateur Radio Week June 16-23
and prepare to participate this weekend in ARRL Field
Day--an emergency preparedness exercise.

''I salute amateur radio operators for your work on
behalf of public safety officials,'' the President
said in a letter dated June 18. 

''I also commend your interest in communicating with
persons in other parts of the world and learning about
other cultures and countries.

Your involvement builds understanding and goodwill
around the globe.''

For the first time, Field Day will be open to
participation by amateurs throughout the Americas and
the Caribbean.

The President's letter acknowledged ham radio's
''important role in
emergency communications, assisting law enforcement
personnel and other emergency services as they carry
out their responsibilities.''

ARRL President Jim Haynie, W5JBP, expressed his
delight at the presidential communication. 

''I'm extremely pleased that the president has decided
to recognize the accomplishments of Amateur
Radio operators throughout America,'' he said.
''Amateur Radio is a
real asset to America, and even more so after
September 11. Amateur
Radio has always played a big role in disasters and
emergencies, and
I'm very proud of it.''

President Bush said First Lady Laura Bush ''joins me
in sending our best wishes.''

Governors in several states have issued proclamations
designating
Amateur Radio Week or Amateur Radio Month.
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