Message on the Observance of Christmas 2004
12/22/2004
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This ship is a fitting tribute to a generation of men with whom my dad was privileged to serve.
I have sent the enclosed notice to the Federal Register for publication.
I am proud to have served as their Commander in Chief.
I am continuing for 1 year the national emergency with respect to foreign terrorists who threaten to disrupt the Middle ...