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George W. Bush: America's character begins in the home, where children learn proper standards of conduct, principled values, and the…

On the recordSeptember 19, 2002
America's character begins in the home, where children learn proper standards of conduct, principled values, and the importance of service.
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George W. Bush
Republican · Texas

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Proclamation 7597—Family Day, 2002

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