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91 MAR -5 AM 52
Now a word about my close personal friend, John Paul
Hammerschmidt. In choosing to honor him as 1991 Citizen of the
Year, you've chosen to honor the best in Congress. John Paul's
decency, his commitment to principle, and his sense of honor have
won him respect that transcends party.
In conclusion, by
THE PRESIDENT HAS SEEN
3-5-91
Draft 2
March 1, 1991
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE: ARKANSAS MARCH OF DIMES
MARCH 6, 1991
It's an honor and a pleasure to send along my best wishes
to the Arkansas March of Dimes -- a great and giving
organization.
Your work is as crucial now as it was in 1938 -- when a
radio entertainer urged people to send President Franklin D.
Roosevelt birthday greetings -- and enclose a dime for charity.
The cards poured in -- a "march of dimes" converged on the
White House -- President Roosevelt devoted those dimes to finding
a cure for polio -- and a great American tradition was born.
Kids in Little Rock, and all across the state of Arkansas,
are lucky to have people like you looking after them. You're
fighting to prevent one of the world's greatest injustices -- the
birth defects that are the most serious threat facing the
children of this nation.
So to all of you -- and to J.P. Hammerschmidt, your
1991 Citizen of the Year -- please accept my thanks, my
admiration, and my congratulations.
In conclusion - by
making service to others an important part of your lives,
you're helping to give every child the priceless gift of a full
and healthy life. On behalf of them -- and on behalf of a caring
nation -- thank you very much. And God bless you all.
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Document No.
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE:
3/4/91
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
---
1. ARKANSAS MARCH OF DIMES
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS FOR
2.
NAT'L ASSOC. OF ELE. SCHOOL PRINCIPAI
VIDEOTAPING SESSION:
SUBJECT:
3. ASSOC. GENERAL CONTRACTORS CONVENTION
4. UNITED NEGRO COLLEGE FUND DINNER
5. NAT'L ASSOC. OF SECON. SCHOOL PRIN.
ACTION FYI
6. NAT'L SOCIETY FOR PERE ACTION & INSTRUCTION FY
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BRADY
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
GRAY
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
The attached has been forwarded to the President.
RESPONSE:
PHILLIP D. BRADY
Assistant to the President
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 2702
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
91 MAR -4 PM 45
March 4, 1991
INFORMATION
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
THROUGH:
DAVID DEMAREST
BARRIE TRON F5
FROM:
PAUL LUTHRINGER
>IL
SUBJECT:
SCRIPTS FOR THE VIDEOTAPING SESSION ON
TUESDAY, MARCH 5, 1991
I.
SUMMARY
Attached for your consideration and review are draft scripts
for your taping session on March 5th. You are scheduled to
tape six segments.
II. DISCUSSION
At 3:10 p.m. on Tuesday, March 5, 1991, you are scheduled to
tape six video messages for the following events:
1)
the Arkansas March of Dimes dinner;
2)
the National Association of Elementary School
Principals convention;
3)
the Associated General Contractors convention;
4)
the United Negro College Fund anniversary dinner;
5)
the National Association of Secondary School Principals
convention; and
6)
the National Society for Performance and Instruction
conference.
None of these messages have time limitations.
Draft 2
March 1, 1991
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE: ARKANSAS MARCH OF DIMES
MARCH 6, 1991
It's an honor and a pleasure to send along my best wishes
to the Arkansas March of Dimes -- a great and giving
organization. -
Your work is as crucial now as it was in 1938 -- when a
radio entertainer urged people to send President Franklin D.
Roosevelt birthday greetings -- and enclose a dime for charity.
The cards poured in -- a "march of dimes" converged on the
White House -- President Roosevelt devoted those dimes to finding
a cure for polio -- and a great American tradition was born.
Kids in Little Rock, and all across the state of Arkansas,
are lucky to have people like you looking after them. You're
fighting to prevent one of the world's greatest injustices -- the
birth defects that are the most serious threat facing the
children of this nation.
So to all of you -- and to J.P. Hammerschmidt, your
1991 Citizen of the Year -- please accept my thanks, my
admiration, and my congratulations.
By making service to others an important part of your lives,
you're helping to give every child the priceless gift of a full
and healthy life. On behalf of them -- and on behalf of a caring
nation -- thank you very much. And God bless you all.
#
#
#
#
Draft 2
March 1, 1991
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE: NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRINCIPALS
It is my pleasure to have this opportunity to pass along my
wishes for a successful 1991 convention for the N-A-E-S-P.
There have-been hundreds of studies on what we must do to
improve our schools -- but there's no secret to what makes our
schools work best. One of the greatest factors in the success of
any school than a strong principal. Let me say -- not as
President, but simply as a parent -- that you are among America's
most valuable national resources.
All of us like to speculate about what the future holds --
what our world will be like a year, a decade, a generation from
now. Principals have what may just be the world's most unique
window into the world of tomorrow. In your profession, America's
future walks through the doors of your schools every day.
For the next few days, all of you will have the opportunity
to confer with your peers from across the country -- to visit
schools in the Anaheim area -- to study the results of recent
experiments in education -- to learn from one another how we
should go about teaching our children. And through it all, you
will have the opportunity to renew your shared commitment to
common concern: the children, whose future is our own.
Once again, my thanks to you for the work you are doing --
and my best wishes for a productive 1991 convention.
# # #
Draft 2
March 1, 1991
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE: THE ASSOCIATED GENERAL
CONTRACTORS OF AMERICA
I welcome this opportunity to extend my best wishes for the
success of the 72nd Annual Convention of the Associated General
Contractors of America.
You are meeting to address the critical challenges facing
the construction industry -- and to transform those challenges
into opportunities. In doing so, you reflect not only the
determination that has always characterized your industry -- you
embody the spirit of the enterprising Americans who built this
Nation.
You meet at a time when all Americans' thoughts are focused
on events in the Persian Gulf. Back in December, your President,
Kirk Fordice, wrote to the members of the A-G-C to urge that you
support our mission -- the mission of the coalition united
against the cruel aggression of Saddam Hussein.
Not long after, I received a letter from one of your fellow
members, Vito Gautieri -- who had just returned home after
visiting the gravesite of his brother, a member of the American
forces who gave his life during the liberation of France. When
Michael Gautieri made the supreme sacrifice on January 25, 1945,
Vito was only fourteen. Eight years later, Vito honored the
memory of his brother by serving with American forces in Europe:
part of the long tradition of standing for what is right, just
2
and honorable -- just as so many brave young American men and
women do now, half a world away.
Vito's letter to me closed with the words: "God bless you,
and our prayers are with you -- whatever your final decision." "
Let me say to Vito -- and to every member of the A-G-C --
that your unqualified support has been a tremendous source of
strength at every step in this time of testing. To all of you,
and to your able leadership -- Marvin Black, Robins Jackson,
Chris Woods, Bert Beatty, and, of course, your President Kirk
Fordice -- my sincere thanks for your trust, and my best wishes
for a productive convention and a prosperous year.
# # #
(Hinchliffe)
March 1, 1991 3 p.m.
UNCF
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE: UNITED NEGRO COLLEGE FUND
Good evening. I'm delighted to send this greeting to all of
you at the 47th Anniversary Dinner of the United Negro College
Fund.
And I'm particularly pleased to be able to join in the
salute to two special friends -- Ambassador Walter Annenberg, who
has made the largest single contribution in the history of the
Fund. 11
And Christopher Edley, who is retiring after 18 years as the
Fund's President and CEO. 11
We owe them a large debt of gratitude for their work and
their example. For although the ways in which they serve this
Fund are different, what's most important is what they share -- a
vision that is their legacy to all of us.
For they care about making the dream of educational
opportunity a reality for all of our nation's black youths. 11
They put themselves on the line to bring about positive,
historic changes in assuring access to higher education
regardless of economic circumstances. 11
They are committed to providing all young people with an
opportunity to realize their full potential. 11
And they understand the need to prepare black youths to be
productive, active participants in the workplace of the future. 11
And that's also the vision of the United Negro College Fund.
The vision that must inspire every person in this nation.
2
For, as Langston Hughes wrote: "There's a dream in this
land with its back against the wall; to save the dream for one,
it must be saved for all."
To save that dream, we must realize that the 21st century is
going to pose challenges beyond our imagination. Challenges of
an increasingly competitive society that will demand
technological knowledge. Challenges that can become
opportunities for our young people -- opportunities to make this
a world where the only limits on any individual will be the
limits of his own vision.
I'm proud to serve as honorary chairman of the Fund's $250
million capital campaign.
I'm proud to salute men such as Ambassador Annenberg and
Christopher Edley.
And, most of all, I'm proud to be part of an organization
made up of people like you.
God bless you, and this great nation we share.
#
#
#
#
(Hinchliffe)
March 1, 1991 3 p.m.
NASSP
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE: NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF
SECONDARY SCHOOL PRINCIPALS
Good evening. I'm glad to be able to send my welcome to the
75th annual convention of the National Association of Secondary
School Principals. You -- the leaders of this nation's schools
-- hold in your hands the key to America's future. For with
those hands you are molding America's youth. III
We're joined in an exciting enterprise. For the first time
in this country's history we have national goals for education.
Goals that challenge America's students, teachers,
administrators, parents and leaders. Goals that make us focus on
achievement. Goals that make us think about the future.
For they remind us we must ensure that all Americans have
the opportunity that is our birthright. And that means equipping
our kids with the tools to compete in the 21st Century. That
way, our new generations will grow up believing that the only
limits on any individual are the limits of his own vision. III
And you are the ones who can make these goals become
reality. That is your challenge. Your charge. And your
greatest opportunity. I remember a scene in "A Man for All
Seasons" when Sir Thomas More is advising a young man. He tells
him to become an educator, and says: "[who will know if you're a
great one?] 11 You, your pupils, your friends, and God. Not a
bad public, that. 111
And there cannot be a great school without a great leader.
2
Yet we know that sometimes the demands on your time and energy
may seem monumental. Sometimes the rewards may appear to be
minimal. But remember this: Each day, you have the chance to be
the one who makes a difference in a young person's life. 111
We admire you for accepting that challenge. For relishing
that challenge.. For responding to that challenge and moving your
school forward -- shaping America's tomorrows. III
During the next four days you'll have the chance to learn
from each other, and to gather new ideas to bring home -- to
share with your teachers, your communities and, most of all, with
your kids.
We want you to know that this nation understands and
appreciates deeply everything you're doing for our young people.
You have our respect, our admiration, and our thanks.
God bless you, and best wishes for an outstanding
convention.
#
#
#
#
LUTHRINGER
3/1/91
DRAFT 5
NSPI
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE: THE NATIONAL SOCIETY FOR
PERFORMANCE AND INSTRUCTION
As N-S-P-I begins its conference in Los Angeles today, I
congratulate you on the start of your 30th year of achievements
in the field of performance technology, and the contributions
you've made to the students and work-force of our Nation. Now
more than ever, this country needs your work and dedication.
In this decade, the United States faces scores of new
challenges and new opportunities. In a rapidly changing world,
competition not only exists at home, but in the global
marketplace.
Where once American economic strength and productivity went
unchallenged, today, many nations have emerged as technologically
advanced and economically progressive. From the assembly line to
top levels of management, we must strive to have the most
skilled, motivated, and productive work-force in the world.
We must also invest in creating the most advanced and
highest quality work environments available. And we must improve
the education of our youth and corporate leadership. We must do
all of this to achieve the most important goal of all -- world
class quality.
America is a nation where creative approaches yield real
solutions to our problems. Where innovative ideas create the
opportunity for growth -- and for prosperity. It's clear to me
that performance technology is just such an approach.
2
Through advancements in education and training, information
technology and performance management, N-S-P-I is taking a
leadership role in preparing the American worker for the
challenges, and the successes of tomorrow.
My congratulations on all you do to keep America number one.
# # #
Document No. 21595755
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE: 2/26/91
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 2/28/91 NOON
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGES: 1. Arkansas March of Dimes
2. Nat'l Assoc. of Elementary School Prin.
SUBJECT:
3. Associated General Contractors of Amer.
4. Nat'l Society for Performance
and Instruction
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE N/V
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
N/C
PORTER
DARMAN
N/C
ROGICH
BRADY
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
GRAY
N/U
HOLIDAY N/C
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments directly to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122,
x2930, no later than NOON, Thursday, February 28, with a copy to
this office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
PHILLIP D. BRADY
Assistant to the President
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 2702
91 FEB 26 Pill2: 55
Draft 1
February 22, 1991
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE:
ARKANSAS MARCH OF DIMES
MARCH 6, 1991
It's an honor and a pleasure to send along my best wishes
to the Arkansas March of Dimes -- a great and giving
organization.
Your work is as crucial now as it was in 1938 -- when a
radio entertainer urged people to send President Franklin D.
Roosevelt birthday greetings -- and enclose a dime for charity.
The cards poured in -- a "march of dimes" converged on the
White House -- President Roosevelt devoted those dimes to finding
a cure for polio -- and a great American tradition was born.
Kids in Little Rock, and all across the state of Arkansas,
are lucky to have people like you looking after them. You're
fighting to prevent one of the world's greatest injustices -- the
birth defects that are the most serious threat facing the
children of this nation.
So to all of you -- and to J.P. Hammerschmidt, your
1991 Citizen of the Year -- please accept my thanks, my
admiration, and my congratulations.
By making service to others an important part of your lives,
you're helping to give every child the priceless gift of a full
and healthy life.
need "thank you" wind
God bless you all.
up,
Draft 1
February 22, 1991
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE: NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRINCIPALS
It is my pleasure to have this opportunity to pass along my
wishes for a successful 1991 convention for the N-A-E-S-P.
There have been hundreds of studies on what we must do to
improve our schools -- but there's no secret to what makes our
one of the
est
schools work best. There is no single greater factorsin the
X
success of any school than a strong principal. Let me say -- not
as President, but simply as a parent -- that you are among
America's most valuable national resources.
All of us like to speculate about what the future holds --
what our world will be like a year, a decade, a generation from
now. Principals have what may just be the world's most unique
window into the world of tomorrow. In your profession, America's
future walks through the doors of your schools every day.
For the next few days, all of you will have the opportunity
to confer with your peers from across the country -- to visit
schools in the Anaheim area -- to study the results of recent
experiments in education -- to learn from one another how we
should go about teaching our children. And through it all, you
will have the opportunity to renew your shared commitment to
common concern: the children, whose future is our own.
Once again, my thanks to you for the work you are doing --
and my best wishes for a productive 1991 convention.
Draft 1
February 22, 1991
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE: THE ASSOCIATED GENERAL
CONTRACTORS OF AMERICA
I welcome this opportunity to extend my best wishes for the
success of the 72nd Annual Convention of the Associated General
Contractors of America.
You are meeting to address the critical challenges facing
the construction industry -- and to transform those challenges
into opportunities. In doing so, you reflect not only the
determination that has always characterized your industry -- you
embody the spirit of the enterprising Americans who built this
Nation.
You meet at a time when all Americans' thoughts are focused
on events in the Persian Gulf. Back in December, your President,
Kirk Fordice, wrote to the members of the A-G-C to urge that you
support our mission -- the mission of the coalition united
against the cruel aggression of Saddam Hussein.
Not long after, I received a letter from one of your fellow
members, Vito Gautieri -- who had just returned home after
visiting the gravesite of his brother, a member of the American
forces who gave his life during the liberation of France. When
Michael Gautieri made the supreme sacrifice on January 25, 1945,
Vito was only fourteen. Eight years later, Vito honored the
memory of his brother by serving with American forces in Europe:
part of the long tradition of standing for what is right, just
and honorable -- just as so many brave young American men and
women do now, half a world away.
Vito's letter to me closed with the words: "God bless you,
and our prayers are with you -- whatever your final decision."
Let me say to Vito -- and to every member of the A-G-C --
that your unqualified support has been a tremendous source of
strength at every step in this time of testing. To all of you,
and to your able leadership -- Marvin Black, Robins Jackson,
Chris Woods, Bert Beatty, and, of course, your President Kirk
Fordice -- my sincere thanks for your trust, and my best wishes
for a productive convention and a prosperous year.
# # #
LUTHRINGER
2/26/91
DRAFT 4
NSPI
PROPOSED PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE
FOR THE NATIONAL SOCIETY FOR PERFORMANCE AND INSTRUCTION
As N-S-P-I begins its conference in Los Angeles today, I
congratulate you on the start of your 30th year of achievements
for
in the field of performance technology, and/the contributions
you've made to the students and work-force of our Nation. Now
more than ever, this country needs your work and dedication.
In this decade, the United States faces scores of new
challenges and new opportunities. In a rapidly changing world,
competition not only exists at home, but in the global
marketplace.
Where once American economic strength and productivity went
unchallenged, today, many nations have emerged as technologically
advanced and economically progressive. From the assembly line to
top levels of management, we must strive to have the most
skilled, motivated, and productive work-force in the world.
We must also invest in creating the most advanced and
highest quality work environments available. And we must improve
the education of our youth and corporate leadership. We must do
all of this to achieve the most important goal of all -- world
class quality.
America is a nation where inventive ideas and creative
approaches yield real solutions to our problems and open up
new
trite Saying
too Harvardi
can we come
up w/a
unique state.
windows of opportunity for growth and prosperity. It's clear to
me that performance technology is just such an approach.
Through advancements in education and training, information
technology and performance management, N-S-P-I is taking a
leadership role in preparing the American worker for the
challenges, and the successes of tomorrow.
My congratulations on all you do to keep America number one.
# # #
Document No. 4643855
91 FEB 28 FEB 28 A9: 44
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE: 2/28/91 -
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 3/1/91 10:00 a.m.
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE TO CONVENTION OF NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
OF SECONDARY SCHOOL PRINCIPALS
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE N/C
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT N/C
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH N/C
BRADY
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
GRAY
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments directly to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122,
x2930, no later than 10:00 a.m., Friday, March 1, with a copy to
my office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
PHILLIP D. BRADY
Assistant to the President
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 2702
(Hinchliffe)
91 FEB 28 AM 9: 09
February 27, 1991 1 p.m.
NASSP
--TENATIVE--
-PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE TO CONVENTION-OF
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SECONDARY SCHOOL PRINCIPALS
Good evening. I'm glad to be able to send my welcome to the
75th annual convention of the National Association of Secondary
School Principals. You -- the leaders of this nation's schools
-- hold in your hands the key to America's future. For with
those hands you are molding America's youth.
We're joined in an exciting enterprise. For the first time
in this country's history we have national goals patients, for education.
Goals that challenge America's students, teachers, administrators
and leaders. Goals that make us focus on achievement. Goals
that make us think about the future.
For they remind us we must ensure that all Americans have
the opportunity that is our birthright. And that means equipping
our kids with the tools to compete in the 21st century. That
way, our new generations will grow up believing that the only
limits on any individual are the limits of his own vision.
And you are the ones who can make these goals become
reality. That is your challenge. Your charge. And your
greatest opportunity. I remember a scene in "A Man for All
guys
Seasons" when Sir Thomas More is advising a young man. He says:
are
"Be a teacher
[who will know if you've done a good job?]
You, your students, and God. Not a bad audience, that."
teacher
For there cannot be a top-notch school without a top-notch
2
leader. Yet we know that sometimes the demands on your time and
energy may seem monumental. Sometimes the rewards may appear to
be minimal- But remember this: Each day, you have the chance to
be the one who makes a difference in a young person's life.
We admire you for accepting that challenge. For relishing
that challenge. For responding to that challenge and moving your
school forward -- shaping America's tomorrows.
During the next four days you'll have the chance to learn
from each other, and to gather new ideas to bring home -- to
share with your teachers, your communities and, most of all, with
your kids.
We want you to know that this nation understands and
appreciates deeply everything you're doing for our young people.
You have our respect, our admiration, and our thanks. God bless
you, and best wishes for an outstanding convention.
#
#
#
#
(Hinchliffe)
February 27, 1991 1 p.m.
UNCF
--TENATIVE--
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO REMARKS TO 47TH ANNIVERSARY DINNER OF
UNITED NEGRO COLLEGE FUND
Good evening. I'm delighted to send this greeting to all of
you at the 47th Anniversary Dinner of the United Negro College
Fund. And I'm particularly pleased to be able to join in the
salute to two special friends -- Ambassador Walter Annenberg, who
has made the largest single contribution in the history of black
philanthropy. And Christopher Edley, who is retiring after 18
years as the Fund's President and CEO.
We owe them a large debt of gratitude for their work and
their example. For although they ways in which they serve this
Fund are different, what's most important is what they share -- a
vision that is their legacy to all of us.
For they care about making the dream of educational
opportunity a reality for all of our nation's black youths.
They put themselves on the line to bring about positive,
historic changes in assuring access to higher education
regardless of economic circumstances.
They are committed to providing all young people with an
opportunity to realize their full potential.
And they understand the need to prepare black youths to be
productive, active participants in the workplace of the future.
That the vision of Ambassador Annenberg and Christopher
Edley. The vision of the United Negro College Fund. The vision
2
that must inspire every person in this nation.
For the 21st century is going to pose challenges beyond our
imagination. Challenges of an increasingly competitive society
that will demand technological knowledge. Challenges that can
become opportunities for our young people -- opportunities to
make this a world where the only limits on any individual will be
the limits of his own vision.
I'm proud to serve as honorary chairman of the Fund's $250
million capital campaign. I'm proud to salute men such as
Ambassador Annenberg and Christopher Edley. And, most of all,
I'm proud to be part of an organization made up of people like
you.
God bless you, and this great nation we share.
#
#
#
#
OF SECURITY ATION
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PUBLIC AFFAIRS
UNITED STATES OR AMERICA
March 1, 1991
OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR
TO
: Holly Williamson
Associate Director
of Cabinet Affairs
FROM
: Etta Fielek
Director of Public Affairs
SUBJECT: Remarks for United Negro College Fund (UNCF)
Sorry for the lateness of this response.
The only point I want to raise is the description of
Ambassador Annenberg as someone "who has made the largest single
contribution in the history of black philanthropy." This last
phrase is awkward and potentially misleading. If Annenberg made
the largest contribution ever to the UNCF, why not say so. If he
has given the largest amounts collectively to several black
charitable organizations, say that. As it stands, the phrase is
unclear.
one additional comment on the video
saripts. Thank you Holly Williamson
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Document No. 4643855
A10:14 A10:
WHITE HOUSE USE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE: 2/28/91 .
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 3/1/91 10:00 a.m.
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE TO CONVENTION OF NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
OF SECONDARY SCHOOL PRINCIPALS
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BRADY
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
GRAY
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments directly to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122,
x2930, no later than 10:00 a.m., Friday, March 1, with a copy to
my office. Thank you.
RESPONSE: See comments
PHILLIP D. BRADY
Assistant to the President
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 2702
(Hinchliffe)
91 FEB 28 AM 9: 09
February 27, 1991 1 p.m.
NASSP
--TENATIVE--
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE TO CONVENTION OF
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SECONDARY SCHOOL PRINCIPALS
Good evening. I'm glad to be able to send my welcome to the
75th annual convention of the National Association of Secondary
School Principals. You -- the leaders of this nation's schools
-- hold in your hands the key to America's future. For with
those hands you are molding America's youth.
We're joined in an exciting enterprise. For the first time
in this country's history we have national goals for education.
Goals that challenge America's students, teachers, administrators
and leaders. Goals that make us focus on achievement. Goals
that make us think about the future.
For they remind us we must ensure that all Americans have
the opportunity that is our birthright. And that means equipping
our kids with the tools to compete in the 21st Century. That
way, our new generations will grow up believing that the only
limits on any individual are the limits of his own vision.
And you are the ones who can make these goals become
reality. That is your challenge. Your charge. And your
greatest opportunity. I remember a scene in "A Man for All
Seasons" when Sir Thomas More is advising a young man. He says:
"Be a teacher
[who will know if you've done a good job?]
You, your students, and God. Not a bad audience, that. "
For there cannot be a top-notch school without a top-notch
2
leader. Yet we know that sometimes the demands on your time and
energy may seem monumental. Sometimes the rewards may appear to
be minimal. But remember this: Each day, you have the chance to
be the one who makes a difference in a young person's life.
We admire you for accepting that challenge. For relishing
that challenge. For responding to that challenge and moving your
school forward -- shaping America's tomorrows.
During the next four days you'll have the chance to learn
from each other, and to gather new ideas to bring home -- to
share with your teachers, your communities and, most of all, with
your kids.
We want you to know that this nation understands and
appreciates deeply everything you're doing for our young people.
You have our respect, our admiration, and our thanks. God bless
you, and best wishes for an outstanding convention.
#
#
#
#
(Hinchliffe)
February 27, 1991 1 p.m.
UNCF
TENATIVE-
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO REMARKS TO 47TH ANNIVERSARY DINNER OF
UNITED NEGRO COLLEGE FUND
Good evening. I'm delighted to send this greeting to all of
you at the 47th Anniversary Dinner of the United Negro College
Fund. And I'm particularly pleased to be able to join in the
salute to two special friends -- Ambassador Walter Annenberg, who
has made the largest single contribution in the history of black
philanthropy. And Christopher Edley, who is retiring after 18
years as the Fund's President and CEO.
We owe them a large debt of gratitude for their work and
their example. For although they ways in which they serve this
Fund are different, what's most important is what they share -- a
vision that is their legacy to all of us.
For they care about making the dream of educational
opportunity a reality for all of our nation's black youths.
They put themselves on the line to bring about positive,
historic changes in assuring access to higher education
regardless of economic circumstances.
They are committed to providing all young people with an
opportunity to realize their full potential.
And they understand the need to prepare black youths to be
productive, active participants in the workplace of the future.
That's the vision of Ambassador Annenberg and Christopher
Edley. The vision of the United Negro College Fund. The vision
2
that must inspire every person in this nation.
For the 21st Century is going to pose challenges beyond our
imagination. Challenges of an increasingly competitive society
that will demand technological knowledge. Challenges that can
become opportunities for our young people -- opportunities to
make this a world where the only limits on any individual will be
the limits of his own vision.
I'm proud to serve as honorary chairman of the Fund's $250
million capital campaign. I'm proud to salute men such as
Ambassador Annenberg and Christopher Edley. And, most of all,
I'm proud to be part of an organization made up of people like
you.
God bless you, and this great nation we share.
#
#
#
#
Document No. 4643855
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMO RANDUM
A9:59
DATE: 2/28/91 -
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 3/1/91 10:00 a.m.
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE TO CONVENTION OF NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
OF SECONDARY SCHOOL PRINCIPALS
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BRADY
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
GRAY
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments directly to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122,
x2930, no later than 10:00 a.m., Friday, March 1, with a copy to
my office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
see comments. Thanks,
Holls Williamson
3-1-91
PHILLIP D. BRADY
Assistant to the President
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 2702
(Hinchliffe)
91 FEB 28 AM 9: 09
February 27, 1991 1 p.m.
NASSP
--TENATIVE--
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE TO CONVENTION OF
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SECONDARY SCHOOL PRINCIPALS
Good evening. I'm glad to be able to send my welcome to the
75th annual convention of the National Association of Secondary
School Principals. You -- -- the leaders of this nation's schools
-- hold in your hands the key to America's future. For with
those hands you are molding America's youth.
We're joined in an exciting enterprise. For the first time
in this country's history we have national goals for education.
Goals that challenge America's students, teachers, administrators
and leaders. Goals that make us focus on achievement. Goals
that make us think about the future.
For they remind us we must ensure that all Americans have
the opportunity that is our birthright. And that means equipping
our kids with the tools to compete in the 21st century. That
way, our new generations will grow up believing that the only
limits on any individual are the limits of his own vision.
And you are the ones who can make these goals become
reality. That is your challenge. Your charge. And your
VCA
greatest opportunity. I remember a scene in "A Man for All
great
quote
Seasons" when Sir Thomas More is advising a young man. He says:
but the
"Be a teacher
...
[who will know if you've done a good job?]
audienc
You, your students, and God. Not a bad audience, that."
is made
For there cannot be a top-notch school without a top-notch up of
principals
not
teachers.
2
leader. Yet we know that sometimes the demands on your time and
energy may seem monumental. Sometimes the rewards may appear to
be minimal- But remember this: Each day, you have the chance to
be the one who makes a difference in a young person's life.
We admire you for accepting that challenge. For relishing
that challenge. For responding to that challenge and moving your
school forward -- shaping America's tomorrows.
During the next four days you'll have the chance to learn
from each other, and to gather new ideas to bring home -- to
share with your teachers, your communities and, most of all, with
your kids.
We want you to know that this nation understands and
appreciates deeply everything you're doing for our young people.
You have our respect, our admiration, and our thanks. God bless
you, and best wishes for an outstanding convention.
#
#
#
#
(Hinchliffe)
February 27, 1991 1 p.m.
UNCF
--TENATIVE--
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO REMARKS TO 47TH ANNIVERSARY DINNER OF
UNITED NEGRO COLLEGE FUND
Good evening. I'm delighted to send this greeting to all of
you at the 47th Anniversary Dinner of the United Negro College
Fund. And I'm particularly pleased to be able to join in the
salute to two special friends -- Ambassador Walter Annenberg, who
has made the largest single contribution in the history of black
philanthropy. And Christopher Edley, who is retiring after 18
years as the Fund's President and CEO.
We owe them a large debt of gratitude for their work and
their example. For although they ways in which they serve this
Fund are different, what's most important is what they share -- a
vision that is their legacy to all of us.
For they care about making the dream of educational
opportunity a reality for all of our nation's black youths.
They put themselves on the line to bring about positive,
historic changes in assuring access to higher education
regardless of economic circumstances.
They are committed to providing all young people with an
opportunity to realize their full potential.
And they understand the need to prepare black youths to be
productive, active participants in the workplace of the future.
Ne
That's the vision of Ambassador Annenberg and Christopher
Edley. The vision of the United Negro College Fund. The vision
2
that must inspire every person in this nation.
For the 21st century is going to pose challenges beyond our
imagination. Challenges of an increasingly competitive society
that will demand technological knowledge. Challenges that can
become opportunities for our young people -- opportunities to
make this a world where the only limits on any individual will be
the limits of his own vision.
I'm proud to serve as honorary chairman of the Fund's $250
million capital campaign. I'm proud to salute men such as
Ambassador Annenberg and Christopher Edley. And, most of all,
I'm proud to be part of an organization made up of people like
you.
God bless you, and this great nation we share.
# # # #
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
91 FEB 29 P12 : 43
March 1, 1991
MEMORANDUM FOR CHRISS WINSTON
FROM:
ROGER B. PORTER RBP
SUBJECT:
Presidential Video Message to Convention of
National Association of Secondary School
Principals
We have noted one suggestion on the attached set of
remarks. We recommend inserting the word "parents" in the list
of groups that are challenged by the national education goals.
This is consistent with our desire to encourage parents to
become more involved in the education of their children.
If you have any questions or we can help in any other way,
please let me know.
CC: Phillip D. Brady
Document No. 4643855
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE: 2/28/91 .
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 3/1/91 10:00 a.m.
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE TO CONVENTION OF NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
OF SECONDARY SCHOOL PRINCIPALS
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BRADY
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
GRAY
HOLIDAY
>
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments directly to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122,
x2930, no later than 10:00 a.m., Friday, March 1, with a copy to
my office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
OK/char
PHILLIP D. BRADY
Assistant to the President
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 2702
(Hinchliffe)
91 FEB 28 AM 9:09
February 27, 1991 1 p.m.
NASSP
--TENATIVE--
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE TO CONVENTION OF
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SECONDARY SCHOOL PRINCIPALS
Good evening. I'm glad to be able to send my welcome to the
75th annual convention of the National Association of Secondary
School Principals. You -- the leaders of this nation's schools
-- hold in your hands the key to America's future. For with
those hands you are molding America's youth.
We're joined in an exciting enterprise. For the first time
in this country's history we have national goals for PARENTS, education.
Goals that challenge America's students, teachers, administrators
and leaders. Goals that make us focus on achievement. Goals
that make us think about the future.
For they remind us we must ensure that all Americans have
the opportunity that is our birthright. And that means equipping
our kids with the tools to compete in the 21st century. That
way, our new generations will grow up believing that the only
limits on any individual are the limits of his own vision.
And you are the ones who can make these goals become
reality. That is your challenge. Your charge. And your
greatest opportunity. I remember a scene in "A Man for All
Seasons" when Sir Thomas More is advising a young man. He says:
"Be
a
teacher [who will know if you've done a good job?]
You, your students, and God. Not a bad audience, that."
For there cannot be a top-notch school without a top-notch
2
leader. Yet we know that sometimes the demands on your time and
energy may seem monumental. Sometimes the rewards may appear to
be minimal- But remember this: Each day, you have the chance to
be the one who makes a difference in a young person's life.
We admire you for accepting that challenge. For relishing
that challenge. For responding to that challenge and moving your
school forward -- shaping America's tomorrows.
During the next four days you'll have the chance to learn
from each other, and to gather new ideas to bring home -- to
share with your teachers, your communities and, most of all, with
your kids.
We want you to know that this nation understands and
appreciates deeply everything you're doing for our young people.
You have our respect, our admiration, and our thanks. God bless
you, and best wishes for an outstanding convention.
#
#
#
#
(Hinchliffe)
February 27, 1991 1 p.m.
UNCF
--TENATIVE--
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO REMARKS TO 47TH ANNIVERSARY DINNER OF
UNITED NEGRO COLLEGE FUND
Good evening. I'm delighted to send this greeting to all of
you at the 47th Anniversary Dinner of the United Negro College
Fund. And I'm particularly pleased to be able to join in the
salute to two special friends -- Ambassador Walter Annenberg, who
has made the largest single contribution in the history of black
philanthropy. And Christopher Edley, who is retiring after 18
years as the Fund's President and CEO.
We owe them a large debt of gratitude for their work and
their example. For although they ways in which they serve this
Fund are different, what's most important is what they share -- a
vision that is their legacy to all of us.
For they care about making the dream of educational
opportunity a reality for all of our nation's black youths.
They put themselves on the line to bring about positive,
historic changes in assuring access to higher education
regardless of economic circumstances.
They are committed to providing all young people with an
opportunity to realize their full potential.
And they understand the need to prepare black youths to be
productive, active participants in the workplace of the future.
That's the vision of Ambassador Annenberg and Christopher
Edley. The vision of the United Negro College Fund. The vision
2
that must inspire every person in this nation.
For the 21st century is going to pose challenges beyond our
imagination. Challenges of an increasingly competitive society
that will demand technological knowledge. Challenges that can
become opportunities for our young people -- opportunities to
make this a world where the only limits on any individual will be
the limits of his own vision.
I'm proud to serve as honorary chairman of the Fund's $250
million capital campaign. I'm proud to salute men such as
Ambassador Annenberg and Christopher Edley. And, most of all,
I'm proud to be part of an organization made up of people like
you.
God bless you, and this great nation we share.
#
#
#
#
Bradver mitchell phone
(Hinchliffe)
February 27, 1991 1 p.m.
NASSP
FEB 29
--TENATIVE--
`PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE TO CONVENTION OF
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SECONDARY SCHOOL PRINCIPALS
Good evening. I'm glad to be able to send my welcome to the
75th annual convention of the National Association of Secondary
School Principals. You -- the leaders of this nation's schools
-- hold in your hands the key to America's future. For with
those hands you are molding America's youth.
We're joined in an exciting enterprise. For the first time
in this country's history we have national goals for education.
parents,
Goals that challenge America's students, teachers/ administrators
and leaders. Goals that make us focus on achievement. Goals
that make us think about the future.
For they remind us we must ensure that all Americans have
the opportunity that is our birthright. And that means equipping
our kids with the tools to compete in the 21st century. That
way, our new generations will grow up believing that the only
limits on any individual are the limits of his own vision.
And you are the ones who can make these goals become
reality. That is your challenge. Your charge. And your
greatest opportunity. I remember a scene in "A Man for All
Seasons" when Sir Thomas More is advising a young man. He says:
"Be a teacher
[who will know if you've done a good job?]
You, your students, and God. Not a bad audience, that."
For there cannot be a top-notch school without a top-notch
2
leader. Yet we know that sometimes the demands on your time and
energy may seem monumental. Sometimes the rewards may appear to
be minimal. But remember this: Each day, you have the chance to
be the one who makes a difference in a young person's life.
We admire you for accepting that challenge. For relishing
that challenge. For responding to that challenge and moving your
school forward -- shaping America's tomorrows.
During the next four days you'll have the chance to learn
from each other, and to gather new ideas to bring home -- to
share with your teachers, your communities and, most of all, with
your kids.
We want you to know that this nation understands and
appreciates deeply everything you're doing for our young people.
You have our respect, our admiration, and our thanks. God bless
you, and best wishes for an outstanding convention.
#
#
#
#
(Hinchliffe)
February 27, 1991 1 p.m.
UNCF
--TENATIVE--
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO REMARKS TO 47TH ANNIVERSARY DINNER OF
UNITED NEGRO COLLEGE FUND
Good evening. I'm delighted to send this greeting to all of
you at the 47th Anniversary Dinner of the United Negro College
Fund. And I'm particularly pleased to be able to join in the
salute to two special friends -- Ambassador Walter Annenberg, who
has made the largest single contribution in the history of black
philanthropy. And Christopher Edley, who is retiring after 18
years as the Fund's President and CEO.
We owe them a large debt of gratitude for their work and
their example. For although they ways in which they serve this
Fund are different, what's most important is what they share -- a
vision that is their legacy to all of us.
For they care about making the dream of educational
opportunity a reality for all of our nation's black youths.
They put themselves on the line to bring about positive,
historic changes in assuring access to higher education
regardless of economic circumstances.
They are committed to providing all young people with an
opportunity to realize their full potential.
And they understand the need to prepare black youths to be
productive, active participants in the workplace of the future.
That's the vision of Ambassador Annenberg and Christopher
Edley. The vision of the United Negro College Fund. The vision
2
that must inspire every person in this nation.
For the 21st century is going to pose challenges beyond our
imagination. Challenges of an increasingly competitive society
that will demand technological knowledge. Challenges that can
become opportunities for our young people -- opportunities to
make this a world where the only limits on any individual will be
the limits of his own vision.
I'm proud to serve as honorary chairman of the Fund's $250
million capital campaign. I'm proud to salute men such as
Ambassador Annenberg and Christopher Edley. And, most of all,
I'm proud to be part of an organization made up of people like
you.
God bless you, and this great nation we share.
#
#
#
#
1461
Document No. 4643855
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM 91
FEB 28 P2: 58
DATE: 2/28/91 -
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 3/1/91 10:00 a.m.
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE TO CONVENTION OF NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
OF SECONDARY SCHOOL PRINCIPALS
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BRADY
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
GRAY
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments directly to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122,
x2930, no later than 10:00 a.m., Friday, March 1, with a copy to
my office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
February 28, 1991
MEMORANDUM FOR CHRISS WINSTON
The NSC staff concurs with the draft presidential video message to
Convention of National Association of Secondary School Principals.
Brent Scowcroft Walth
PHILLIP D. BRADY
Assistant to the President
and Staff Secretary
CC: Phillip D. Brady
Ext. 2702
(Hinchliffe)
91 FEB 28 AM 9: 09
February 27, 1991 1 p.m.
NASSP
--TENATIVE--
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE TO CONVENTION OF
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SECONDARY SCHOOL PRINCIPALS
Good evening. I'm glad to be able to send my welcome to the
75th annual convention of the National Association of Secondary
School Principals. You -- the leaders of this nation's schools
-- hold in your hands the key to America's future. For with
those hands you are molding America's youth.
We're joined in an exciting enterprise. For the first time
in this country's history we have national goals for education.
Goals that challenge America's students, teachers, administrators
and leaders. Goals that make us focus on achievement. Goals
that make us think about the future.
For they remind us we must ensure that all Americans have
the opportunity that is our birthright. And that means equipping
our kids with the tools to compete in the 21st century. That
way, our new generations will grow up believing that the only
limits on any individual are the limits of his own vision.
And you are the ones who can make these goals become
reality. That is your challenge. Your charge. And your
greatest opportunity. I remember a scene in "A Man for All
Seasons" when Sir Thomas More is advising a young man. He says:
"Be a teacher
[who will know if you've done a good job?]
You, your students, and God. Not a bad audience, that.' "
For there cannot be a top-notch school without a top-notch
2
leader. Yet we know that sometimes the demands on your time and
energy may seem monumental. Sometimes the rewards may appear to
be minimal. But remember this: Each day, you have the chance to
be the one who makes a difference in a young person's life.
We admire you for accepting that challenge. For relishing
that challenge. For responding to that challenge and moving your
school forward -- shaping America's tomorrows.
During the next four days you'll have the chance to learn
from each other, and to gather new ideas to bring home -- to
share with your teachers, your communities and, most of all, with
your kids.
We want you to know that this nation understands and
appreciates deeply everything you're doing for our young people.
You have our respect; our admiration, and our thanks. God bless
you, and best wishes for an outstanding convention.
#
#
#
#
(Hinchliffe)
February 27, 1991 1 p.m.
UNCF
TENATIVE
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO REMARKS TO 47TH ANNIVERSARY DINNER OF
UNITED NEGRO COLLEGE FUND
Good evening. I'm delighted to send this greeting to all of
you at the 47th Anniversary Dinner of the United Negro College
Fund. And I'm particularly pleased to be able to join in the
salute to two special friends -- Ambassador Walter Annenberg, who
has made the largest single contribution in the history of black
philanthropy. And Christopher Edley, who is retiring after 18
years as the Fund's President and CEO.
We owe them a large debt of gratitude for their work and
their example. For although they ways in which they serve this
Fund are different, what's most important is what they share -- a
vision that is their legacy to all of us.
For they care about making the dream of educational
opportunity a reality for all of our nation's black youths.
They put themselves on the line to bring about positive,
historic changes in assuring access to higher education
regardless of economic circumstances.
They are committed to providing all young people with an
opportunity to realize their full potential.
And they understand the need to prepare black youths to be
productive, active participants in the workplace of the future.
That's the vision of Ambassador Annenberg and Christopher
Edley. The vision of the United Negro College Fund. The vision
2
that must inspire every person in this nation.
For the 21st century is going to pose challenges beyond our
imagination. Challenges of an increasingly competitive society
that will demand technological knowledge. Challenges that can
become opportunities for our young people -- opportunities to
make this a world where the only limits on any individual will be
the limits of his own vision.
I'm proud to serve as honorary chairman of the Fund's $250
million capital campaign. I'm proud to salute men such as
Ambassador Annenberg and Christopher Edley. And, most of all,
I'm proud to be part of an organization made up of people like
you.
God bless you, and this great nation we share.
#
#
#
#
Document No. 4643855
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
97 FEB 28 P2: 38
DATE: 2/28/91 -
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 3/1/91 10:00 a.m.
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE TO CONVENTION OF NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
OF SECONDARY SCHOOL PRINCIPALS
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BRADY
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
GRAY
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments directly to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122,
x2930, no later than 10:00 a.m., Friday, March 1, with a copy to
my office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
OK
PHILLIP D. BRADY
Assistant to the President
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 2702
(Hinchliffe)
91 FEB 28 AM 9: 09
February 27, 1991 1 p.m.
NASSP
--TENATIVE--
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE TO CONVENTION-OF
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SECONDARY SCHOOL PRINCIPALS
Good evening. I'm glad to be able to send my welcome to the
75th annual convention of the National Association of Secondary
School Principals. You -- the leaders of this nation's schools
-- hold in your hands the key to America's future. For with
those hands you are molding America's youth.
We're joined in an exciting enterprise. For the first time
in this country's history we have national goals for education.
Goals that challenge America's students, teachers, administrators
and leaders. Goals that make us focus on achievement. Goals
that make us think about the future.
For they remind us we must ensure that all Americans have
the opportunity that is our birthright. And that means equipping
our kids with the tools to compete in the 21st century. That
way, our new generations will grow up believing that the only
limits on any individual are the limits of his own vision.
And you are the ones who can make these goals become
reality. That is your challenge. Your charge. And your
greatest opportunity. I remember a scene in "A Man for All
Seasons" when Sir Thomas More is advising a young man. He says:
"Be a teacher
[who will know if you've done a good job?]
You, your students, and God. Not a bad audience, that. "
For there cannot be a top-notch school without a top-notch
2
leader. Yet we know that sometimes the demands on your time and
energy may seem monumental. Sometimes the rewards may appear to
be minimal. But remember this: Each day, you have the chance to
be the one who makes a difference in a young person's life.
We admire you for accepting that challenge. For relishing
that challenge. For responding to that challenge and moving your
school forward -- shaping America's tomorrows.
During the next four days you'll have the chance to learn
from each other, and to gather new ideas to bring home -- to
share with your teachers, your communities and, most of all, with
your kids.
We want you to know that this nation understands and
appreciates deeply everything you're doing for our young people.
You have our respect; our admiration, and our thanks. God bless
you, and best wishes for an outstanding convention.
#
#
#
#
(Hinchliffe)
February 27, 1991 1 p.m.
UNCF
-TENATIVE-
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO REMARKS TO 47TH ANNIVERSARY DINNER OF
UNITED NEGRO COLLEGE FUND
Good evening. I'm delighted to send this greeting to all of
you at the 47th Anniversary Dinner of the United Negro College
Fund. And I'm particularly pleased to be able to join in the
salute to two special friends -- Ambassador Walter Annenberg, who
has made the largest single contribution in the history of black
philanthropy. And Christopher Edley, who is retiring after 18
years as the Fund's President and CEO.
We owe them a large debt of gratitude for their work and
their example. For although they ways in which they serve this
Fund are different, what's most important is what they share -- a
vision that is their legacy to all of us.
For they care about making the dream of educational
opportunity a reality for all of our nation's black youths.
They put themselves on the line to bring about positive,
historic changes in assuring access to higher education
regardless of economic circumstances.
They are committed to providing all young people with an
opportunity to realize their full potential.
And they understand the need to prepare black youths to be
productive, active participants in the workplace of the future.
That's the vision of Ambassador Annenberg and Christopher
Edley. The vision of the United Negro College Fund. The vision
2
that must inspire every person in this nation.
For the 21st century is going to pose challenges beyond our
imagination. Challenges of an increasingly competitive society
that will demand technological knowledge. Challenges that can
become opportunities for our young people -- opportunities to
make this a world where the only limits on any individual will be
the limits of his own vision.
I'm proud to serve as honorary chairman of the Fund's $250
million capital campaign. I'm proud to salute men such as
Ambassador Annenberg and Christopher Edley. And, most of all,
I'm proud to be part of an organization made up of people like
you.
God bless you, and this great nation we share.
#
#
#
#
(Hinchliffe)
February 27, 1991 1 p.m.
NASSP
--TENATIVE--
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE TO CONVENTION OF
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SECONDARY SCHOOL PRINCIPALS
Good evening. I'm glad to be able to send my welcome to the
75th annual convention of the National Association of Secondary
School Principals. You -- the leaders of this nation's schools
-- hold in your hands the key to America's future. For with
those hands you are molding America's youth.
We're joined in an exciting enterprise. For the first time
in this country's history we have national goals for education.
Goals that challenge America's students, teachers, administrators
and leaders. Goals that make us focus on achievement. Goals
that make us think about the future.
For they remind us we must ensure that all Americans have
the opportunity that is our birthright. And that means equipping
our kids with the tools to compete in the 21st century. That
way, our new generations will grow up believing that the only
limits on any individual are the limits of his own vision.
And you are the ones who can make these goals become
reality. That is your challenge. Your charge. And your
greatest opportunity. I remember a scene in "A Man for All
Seasons" when Sir Thomas More is advising a young man. He says:
"Be a teacher
[who will know if you've done a good job?]
You, your students, and God. Not a bad audience, that." "
For there cannot be a top-notch school without a top-notch
2
leader. Yet we know that sometimes the demands on your time and
energy may seem monumental. Sometimes the rewards may appear to
be minimal. But remember this: Each day, you have the chance to
be the one who makes a difference in a young person's life.
We admire you for accepting that challenge. For relishing
that challenge. For responding to that challenge and moving your
school forward -- shaping America's tomorrows.
During the next four days you'll have the chance to learn
from each other, and to gather new ideas to bring home -- to
share with your teachers, your communities and, most of all, with
your kids.
We want you to know that this nation understands and
appreciates deeply everything you're doing for our young people.
You have our respect, our admiration, and our thanks. God bless
you, and best wishes for an outstanding convention.
#
#
#
#
(Hinchliffe)
February 27, 1991 1 p.m.
UNCF
TENATIVE
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO REMARKS TO 47TH ANNIVERSARY DINNER OF
UNITED NEGRO COLLEGE FUND
Good evening. I'm delighted to send this greeting to all of
you at the 47th Anniversary Dinner of the United Negro College
Fund. And I'm particularly pleased to be able to join in the
salute to two special friends -- Ambassador Walter Annenberg, who
has made the largest single contribution in the history of black
philanthropy. And Christopher Edley, who is retiring after 18
years as the Fund's President and CEO.
We owe them a large debt of gratitude for their work and
their example. For although they ways in which they serve this
Fund are different, what's most important is what they share -- a
vision that is their legacy to all of us.
For they care about making the dream of educational
opportunity a reality for all of our nation's black youths.
They put themselves on the line to bring about positive,
historic changes in assuring access to higher education
regardless of economic circumstances.
They are committed to providing all young people with an
opportunity to realize their full potential.
And they understand the need to prepare black youths to be
productive, active participants in the workplace of the future.
That's the vision of Ambassador Annenberg and Christopher
Edley. The vision of the United Negro College Fund. The vision
2
that must inspire every person in this nation.
For the 21st century is going to pose challenges beyond our
imagination. Challenges of an increasingly competitive society
that will demand technological knowledge. Challenges that can
become opportunities for our young people -- opportunities to
make this a world where the only limits on any individual will be
the limits of his own vision.
I'm proud to serve as honorary chairman of the Fund's $250
million capital campaign. I'm proud to salute men such as
Ambassador Annenberg and Christopher Edley. And, most of all,
I'm proud to be part of an organization made up of people like
you.
God bless you, and this great nation we share.
#
#
#
#
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
February 26, 1991 91 FEB 29 A10:11
MEMORANDUM FOR CHRISS WINSTON
FROM:
ROGER B. PORTER RBP
SUBJECT:
Presidential Video Messages
We have no suggested changes from a policy standpoint and
approve of the draft video scripts in their present form.
CC: Phillip D. Brady
Document No. 21595755
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE: 2/26/91
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 2/28/91 NOON
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGES: 1. Arkansas March of Dimes
2. Nat'l Assoc. of Elementary School Prin.
SUBJECT:
3. Associated General Contractors of Amer.
4. Nat'l Society for Performance
and Instruction
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BRADY
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
GRAY
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments directly to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122,
x2930, no later than NOON, Thursday, February 28, with a copy to
this office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
PHILLIP D. BRADY
Assistant to the President
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 2702
91 FEB 26 PH12: 55
Draft 1
February 22, 1991
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE: ARKANSAS MARCH OF DIMES
MARCH 6, 1991
It's an honor and a pleasure to send along my best wishes
to the Arkansas March of Dimes -- a great and giving
organization.
Your work is as crucial now as it was in 1938 -- when a
radio entertainer urged people to send President Franklin D.
Roosevelt birthday greetings -- and enclose a dime for charity.
The cards poured in -- a "march of dimes" converged on the
White House -- President Roosevelt devoted those dimes to finding
a cure for polio -- and a great American tradition was born.
Kids in Little Rock, and all across the state of Arkansas,
are lucky to have people like you looking after them. You're
fighting to prevent one of the world's greatest injustices -- the
birth defects that are the most serious threat facing the
children of this nation.
So to all of you -- and to J.P. Hammerschmidt, your
1991 Citizen of the Year -- please accept my thanks, my
admiration, and my congratulations.
By making service to others an important part of your lives,
you're helping to give every child the priceless gift of a full
and healthy life.
God bless you all.
Draft 1
February 22, 1991
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE: NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRINCIPALS
It is my pleasure to have this opportunity to pass along my
wishes for a successful 1991 convention for the N-A-E-S-P.
There have been hundreds of studies on what we must do to
improve our schools -- but there's no secret to what makes our
schools work best. There is no single greater factor in the
success of any school than a strong principal. Let me say -- not
as President, but simply as a parent -- that you are among
America's most valuable national resources.
All of us like to speculate about what the future holds --
what our world will be like a year, a decade, a generation from
now. Principals have what may just be the world's most unique
window into the world of tomorrow. In your profession, America's
future walks through the doors of your schools every day.
For the next few days, all of you will have the opportunity
to confer with your peers from across the country -- to visit
schools in the Anaheim area -- to study the results of recent
experiments in education -- to learn from one another how we
should go about teaching our children. And through it all, you
will have the opportunity to renew your shared commitment to
common concern: the children, whose future is our own.
Once again, my thanks to you for the work you are doing --
and my best wishes for a productive 1991 convention.
Draft 1
February 22, 1991
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE: THE ASSOCIATED GENERAL
CONTRACTORS OF AMERICA
I welcome this opportunity to extend my best wishes for the
success of the 72nd Annual Convention of the Associated General
Contractors of America.
You are meeting to address the critical challenges facing
the construction industry -- and to transform those challenges
into opportunities. In doing so, you reflect not only the
determination that has always characterized your industry -- you
embody the spirit of the enterprising Americans who built this
Nation.
You meet at a time when all Americans' thoughts are focused
on events in the Persian Gulf. Back in December, your President,
Kirk Fordice, wrote to the members of the A-G-C to urge that you
support our mission -- the mission of the coalition united
against the cruel aggression of Saddam Hussein.
Not long after, I received a letter from one of your fellow
members, Vito Gautieri -- who had just returned home after
visiting the gravesite of his brother, a member of the American
forces who gave his life during the liberation of France. When
Michael Gautieri made the supreme sacrifice on January 25, 1945,
Vito was only fourteen. Eight years later, Vito honored the
memory of his brother by serving with American forces in Europe:
part of the long tradition of standing for what is right, just
and honorable -- just as so many brave young American men and
women do now, half a world away.
Vito's letter to me closed with the words: "God bless you,
and our prayers are with you -- whatever your final decision." If
Let me say to Vito -- and to every member of the A-G-C --
that your unqualified support has been a tremendous source of
strength at every step in this time of testing. To all of you,
and to your able leadership -- Marvin Black, Robins Jackson,
Chris Woods, Bert Beatty, and, of course, your President Kirk
Fordice -- my sincere thanks for your trust, and my best wishes
for a productive convention and a prosperous year.
# # #
DRAFT SCRIPT
The President: It gives me great pleasure to salute those
Americans who are supporting the men and women serving in
Operation Desert Storm. While they serve our nation half a world
away, many of you are serving them right here at home.
They have left behind their families, their homes, and in many
cases their jobs. All for the sacred cause of freedom and
lasting peace.
Mrs. Bush: By offering comfort and support to their families, by
caring for their homes and preserving their jobs, you are giving
them peace of mind while they fight for peace in our world.
The President: I have called on every American to be a "Point of
Light" - to be of service to someone in need. No lights burn
brighter at home these days than those who give of themselves to
support our armed forces and their families at this time of need.
Mrs. Bush: For those who aren't involved but want to be, there
are a number of local organization$that would welcome your calls.
Find out what you can do. Please call the USO, the American Red
Cross, the United Way, the National Guard or any local military
installation -- and tell them you're ready to help out whatever
way you can.
The President: May god bless every American serving now in the
Gulf -- and everyone here at home who supports the brave men and
women of Operation Desert Storm.
#
#
#
LUTHRINGER
2/26/91
DRAFT 4
NSPI
PROPOSED PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE
FOR THE NATIONAL SOCIETY FOR PERFORMANCE AND INSTRUCTION
As N-S-P-I begins its conference in Los Angeles today, I
congratulate you on the start of your 30th year of achievements
in the field of performance technology, and the contributions
you've made to the students and work-force of our Nation. Now
more than ever, this country needs your work and dedication.
In this decade, the United States faces scores of new
challenges and new opportunities. In a rapidly changing world,
competition not only exists at home, but in the global
marketplace.
Where once American economic strength and productivity went
unchallenged, today, many nations have emerged as technologically
advanced and economically progressive. From the assembly line to
top levels of management, we must strive to have the most
skilled, motivated, and productive work-force in the world.
We must also invest in creating the most advanced and
highest quality work environments available. And we must improve
the education of our youth and corporate leadership. We must do
all of this to achieve the most important goal of all -- world
class quality.
America is a nation where inventive ideas and creative
approaches yield real solutions to our problems and open up new
windows of opportunity for growth and prosperity. It's clear to
me that performance technology is just such an approach.
Through advancements in education and training, information
technology and performance management, N-S-P-I is taking a
leadership role in preparing the American worker for the
challenges, and the successes of tomorrow.
My congratulations on all you do to keep America number one.
# # #
Document No. 21595755
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
91 FEB 28 A9: 37
DATE: 2/26/91
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 2/28/91 NOON
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGES: 1. Arkansas March of Dimes
2. Nat'l Assoc. of Elementary School Prin.
SUBJECT:
3. Associated General Contractors of Amer.
4. Nat'l Society for Performance
and Instruction
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BRADY
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
GRAY
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments directly to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122,
x2930, no later than NOON, Thursday, February 28, with a copy to
this office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
OK number change
AA
PHILLIP D. BRADY
Assistant to the President
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 2702
91 FEB 26 PH12: 55
Draft 1
February 22, 1991
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE:
ARKANSAS MARCH OF DIMES
MARCH 6, 1991
It's an honor and a pleasure to send along my best wishes
to the Arkansas March of Dimes -- a great and giving
organization.
Your work is as crucial now as it was in 1938 -- when a
radio entertainer urged people to send President Franklin D.
Roosevelt birthday greetings -- and enclose a dime for charity.
The cards poured in -- a "march of dimes" converged on the
White House -- President Roosevelt devoted those dimes to finding
a cure for polio -- and a great American tradition was born.
Kids in Little Rock, and all across the state of Arkansas,
are lucky to have people like you looking after them. You're
fighting to prevent one of the world's greatest injustices -- the
birth defects that are the most serious threat facing the
children of this nation.
So to all of you -- and to J.P. Hammerschmidt, your
1991 Citizen of the Year -- please accept my thanks, my
admiration, and my congratulations.
By making service to others an important part of your lives,
you're helping to give every child the priceless gift of a full
and healthy life.
God bless you all.
Draft 1
February 22, 1991
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE: NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRINCIPALS
It is my pleasure to have this opportunity to pass along my
wishes for a successful 1991 convention for the N-A-E-S-P.
There have been hundreds of studies on what we must do to
improve our schools -- but there's no secret to what makes our
one of the
schools work best. There is no single greated factors in the
is
success of any school than a strong principal. Let me say -- not
as President, but simply as a parent -- that you are among
America's most valuable national resources.
All of us like to speculate about what the future holds --
what our world will be like a year, a decade, a generation from
now. Principals have what may just be the world's most unique
window into the world of tomorrow. In your profession, America's
future walks through the doors of your schools every day.
For the next few days, all of you will have the opportunity
to confer with your peers from across the country -- to visit
schools in the Anaheim area -- to study the results of recent
experiments in education -- to learn from one another how we
should go about teaching our children. And through it all, you
will have the opportunity to renew your shared commitment to
common concern: the children, whose future is our own.
Once again, my thanks to you for the work you are doing --
and my best wishes for a productive 1991 convention.
Draft 1
February 22, 1991
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE: THE ASSOCIATED GENERAL
CONTRACTORS OF AMERICA
I welcome this opportunity to extend my best wishes for the
success of the 72nd Annual Convention of the Associated General
Contractors of America.
You are meeting to address the critical challenges facing
the construction industry -- and to transform those challenges
into opportunities. In doing so, you reflect not only the
determination that has always characterized your industry -- you
embody the spirit of the enterprising Americans who built this
Nation.
You meet at a time when all Americans' thoughts are focused
on events in the Persian Gulf. Back in December, your President,
Kirk Fordice, wrote to the members of the A-G-C to urge that you
support our mission -- the mission of the coalition united
against the cruel aggression of Saddam Hussein.
Not long after, I received a letter from one of your fellow
members, Vito Gautieri -- who had just returned home after
visiting the gravesite of his brother, a member of the American
forces who gave his life during the liberation of France. When
Michael Gautieri made the supreme sacrifice on January 25, 1945,
Vito was only fourteen. Eight years later, Vito honored the
memory of his brother by serving with American forces in Europe:
part of the long tradition of standing for what is right, just
and honorable -- just as so many brave young American men and
women do now, half a world away.
Vito's letter to me closed with the words: "God bless you,
and our prayers are with you -- whatever your final decision." "
Let me say to Vito -- and to every member of the A-G-C --
that your unqualified support has been a tremendous source of
strength at every step in this time of testing. To all of you,
and to your able leadership -- Marvin Black, Robins Jackson,
Chris Woods, Bert Beatty, and, of course, your President Kirk
Fordice -- my sincere thanks for your trust, and my best wishes
for a productive convention and a prosperous year.
# # #
DRAFT SCRIPT
The President: It gives me great pleasure to salute those
have
Americans who are supporting the men and women serving in
Operation Desert Storm. While they serve our nation half a world
away, many of you are serving them right here at home.
They have left behind their families, their homes, and in many
cases their jobs. All for the sacred cause of freedom and
lasting peace.
Mrs. Bush: By offering comfort and support to their families, by
caring for their homes and preserving their jobs, you are giving
them peace of mind while they fight for peace in our world.
The President: I have called on every American to be a "Point of
Light" - to be of service to someone in need. No lights burn
brighter at home these days than those who give of themselves to
support our armed forces and their families at this time of need.
Mrs. Bush: For those who aren't involved but want to be, there
are a number many of local organization that would welcome your calls. help
Find out what you can do. Please call the USO, the American Red
Cross, the United Way, the National Guard or any local military
installation -- and tell them you're ready to help out whatever
way you can.
The President: May god bless every American serving now in the
their familiesand friends here at home
Gulf -- and everyone here at home who supports the brave men and
women of Operation Desert Storm.
#
#
#
LUTHRINGER
2/26/91
DRAFT 4
NSPI
PROPOSED PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE
FOR THE NATIONAL SOCIETY FOR PERFORMANCE AND INSTRUCTION
As N-S-P-I begins its conference in Los Angeles today, I
congratulate you on the start of your 30th year of achievements
in the field of performance technology, and the contributions
you've made to the students and work-force of our Nation. Now
more than ever, this country needs your work and dedication.
In this decade, the United States faces scores of new
challenges and new opportunities. In a rapidly changing world,
competition not only exists at home, but in the global
marketplace.
Where once American economic strength and productivity went
unchallenged, today, many nations have emerged as technologically
advanced and economically progressive. From the assembly line to
top levels of management, we must strive to have the most
skilled, motivated, and productive work-force in the world.
We must also invest in creating the most advanced and
highest quality work environments available. And we must improve
the education of our youth and corporate leadership. We must do
all of this to achieve the most important goal of all -- world
class quality.
America is a nation where inventive ideas and creative
approaches yield real solutions to our problems and open up new
windows of opportunity for growth and prosperity. It's clear to
me that performance technology is just such an approach.
Through advancements in education and training, information
technology and performance management, N-S-P-I is taking a
leadership role in preparing the American worker for the
challenges, and the successes of tomorrow.
My congratulations on all you do to keep America number one.
# # #
Document No. 21595755
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
91 FEB 26 P4: 50
DATE: 2/26/91
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 2/28/91 NOON
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGES: 1. Arkansas March of Dimes
2. Nat'l Assoc. of Elementary School Prin.
SUBJECT:
3. Associated General Contractors of Amer.
4. Nat'l Society for Performance
and Instruction
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BRADY
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
GRAY
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments directly to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122,
x2930,
no
later
than
NOON,
Thursday,
February
28,
with
a
copy
to
this
office.
Thank
you.
RESPONSE: 5.2 But small no Secretary BRAD oliably President on? its
91 FEB 26 Pi112: 55
Draft 1
February 22, 1991
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE:
ARKANSAS MARCH OF DIMES
MARCH 6, 1991
It's an honor and a pleasure to send along my best wishes
to the Arkansas March of Dimes -- a great and giving
organization.
Your work is as crucial now as it was in 1938 -- when a
radio entertainer urged people to send President Franklin D.
Roosevelt birthday greetings -- and enclose a dime for charity.
The cards poured in -- a "march of dimes" converged on the
White House -- President Roosevelt devoted those dimes to finding
a cure for polio -- and a great American tradition was born.
Kids in Little Rock, and all across the state of Arkansas,
are lucky to have people like you looking after them. You're
fighting to prevent one of the world's greatest injustices -- the
birth defects that are the most serious threat facing the
children of this nation.
So to all of you -- and to J.P. Hammerschmidt, your
1991 Citizen of the Year -- please accept my thanks, my
admiration, and my congratulations.
By making service to others an important part of your lives,
you're helping to give every child the priceless gift of a full
and healthy life.
God bless you all.
Draft 1
February 22, 1991
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE: NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRINCIPALS
It is my pleasure to have this opportunity to pass along my
wishes for a successful 1991 convention for the N-A-E-S-P.
There have been hundreds of studies on what we must do to
improve our schools -- but there's no secret to what makes our
schools work best. There is no single greater factor in the
success of any school than a strong principal. Let me say -- not
as President, but simply as a parent -- that you are among
America's most valuable national resources.
All of us like to speculate about what the future holds --
what our world will be like a year, a decade, a generation from
now. Principals have what may just be the world's most unique
window into the world of tomorrow. In your profession, America's
future walks through the doors of your schools every day.
For the next few days, all of you will have the opportunity
to confer with your peers from across the country -- to visit
schools in the Anaheim area -- to study the results of recent
experiments in education -- to learn from one another how we
should go about teaching our children. And through it all, you
will have the opportunity to renew your shared commitment to
A
common concern: the children, whose future is our own.
Once again, my thanks to you for the work you are doing --
and my best wishes for a productive 1991 convention.
Draft 1
February 22, 1991
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE: THE ASSOCIATED GENERAL
CONTRACTORS OF AMERICA
I welcome this opportunity to extend my best wishes for the
success of the 72nd Annual Convention of the Associated General
Contractors of America.
You are meeting to address the critical challenges facing
the construction industry -- and to transform those challenges
into opportunities. In doing so, you reflect not only the
determination that has always characterized your industry -- you
embody the spirit of the enterprising Americans who built this
Nation.
You meet at a time when all Americans' thoughts are focused
on events in the Persian Gulf. Back in December, your President,
Kirk Fordice, wrote to the members of the A-G-C to urge that you
support our mission -- the mission of the coalition united
against the cruel aggression of Saddam Hussein.
Not long after, I received a letter from one of your fellow
members, Vito Gautieri -- who had just returned home after
visiting the gravesite of his brother, a member of the American
forces who gave his life during the liberation of France. When
Michael Gautieri made the supreme sacrifice on January 25, 1945,
Vito was only fourteen. Eight years later, Vito honored the
memory of his brother by serving with American forces in Europe:
part of the long tradition of standing for what is right, just
and honorable
just as so many brave young American men and
women do now, half a world away.
Vito's letter to me closed with the words: "God bless you,
and our prayers are with you -- whatever your final decision." II
Let me say to Vito -- and to every member of the A-G-C --
that your unqualified support has been a tremendous source of
strength at every step in this time of testing. To all of you,
and to your able leadership -- Marvin Black, Robins Jackson,
Chris Woods, Bert Beatty, and, of course, your President Kirk
Fordice -- my sincere thanks for your trust, and my best wishes
for a productive convention and a prosperous year.
# # #
DRAFT SCRIPT
The President: It gives me great pleasure to salute those
Americans who are supporting the men and women serving in
Operation Desert Storm. While they serve our nation half a world
away, many of you are serving them right here at home.
They have left behind their families, their homes, and in many
cases their jobs. All for the sacred cause of freedom and
lasting peace.
Mrs. Bush: By offering comfort and support to their families, by
caring for their homes and preserving their jobs, you are giving
them peace of mind while they, fight for peace in our world.
The President: I have called on every American to be a "Point of
Light" - to be of service to someone in need. No lights burn
brighter at home these days than those who give of themselves to
support our armed forces and their families at this time of need.
Mrs. Bush: For those who aren't involved but want to be, there
are a number of local organization that would welcome your calls.
Find out what you can do. Please call the USO, the American Red
Cross, the United Way, the National Guard or any local military
installation -- and tell them you're ready to help out whatever
way you can.
Hour
to
The President: May god bless every American serving now in the
Gulf -- and everyone here at home who supports the brave men and
women of Operation Desert Storm.
#
#
#
LUTHRINGER
2/26/91
DRAFT 4
NSPI
PROPOSED PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE
FOR THE NATIONAL SOCIETY FOR PERFORMANCE AND INSTRUCTION
As N-S-P-I begins its conference in Los Angeles today, I
congratulate you on the start of your 30th year of achievements
in the field of performance technology, and for the contributions
you've made to the students and work-force of our Nation. Now
more than ever, this country needs your work and dedication.
In this decade, the United States faces scores of new
challenges and new opportunities. In a rapidly changing world,
competition not only exists at home, but in the global
marketplace.
Where once American economic strength and productivity went
unchallenged, today, many nations have emerged as technologically
advanced and economically progressive. From the assembly line to
top levels of management, we must strive to have the most
skilled, motivated, and productive work-force in the world.
We must also invest in creating the most advanced and
highest quality work environments available. And we must improve
the education of our youth and corporate leadership. We must do
all of this to achieve the most important goal of all -- world
class quality.
America is a nation where inventive ideas and creative
approaches yield real solutions to our problems and open up new
windows of opportunity for growth and prosperity. It's clear to
me that performance technology is just such an approach.
Through advancements in education and training, information
technology and performance management, N-S-P-I is taking a
leadership role in preparing the American worker for the
challenges, and the successes of tomorrow.
My congratulations on all you do to keep America number one.
# # #
Document No. 21595755
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE: 2/26/91
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 2/28/91 NOON
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGES: 1. Arkansas March of Dimes
2. Nat'l Assoc. of Elementary School Prin.
SUBJECT:
3. Associated General Contractors of Amer.
4. Nat'l Society for Performance
and Instruction
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BRADY
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
GRAY
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments directly to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122,
x2930, no later than NOON, Thursday, February 28, with a copy to
this office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
NO COMMENTS. THANKS.
Holly 2-28-91 Williamson Has
PHILLIP D. BRADY
Assistant to the President
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 2702
Document No. 21595755
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING A10: MEMORANDUM
91 FEB 28
DATE: 2/26/91
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 2/28/91 NOON
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGES: 1. Arkansas March of Dimes
2. Nat'l Assoc. of Elementary School Prin.
SUBJECT:
3. Associated General Contractors of Amer.
4. Nat'l Society for Performance
and Instruction
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BRADY
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
GRAY
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments directly to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122,
x2930, no later than NOON, Thursday, February 28, with a copy to
this office. Thank you.
RESPONSE: no comment
PHILLIP D. BRADY
Assistant to the President
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 2702
91 FEB 26 PH12: 55
Draft 1
February 22, 1991
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE:
ARKANSAS MARCH OF DIMES
MARCH 6, 1991
It's an honor and a pleasure to send along my best wishes
to the Arkansas March of Dimes -- a great and giving
organization.
Your work is as crucial now as it was in 1938 -- when a
radio entertainer urged people to send President Franklin D.
Roosevelt birthday greetings -- and enclose a dime for charity.
The cards poured in -- a "march of dimes" converged on the
White House -- President Roosevelt devoted those dimes to finding
a cure for polio -- and a great American tradition was born.
Kids in Little Rock, and all across the state of Arkansas,
are lucky to have people like you looking after them. You're
fighting to prevent one of the world's greatest injustices -- the
birth defects that are the most serious threat facing the
children of this nation.
So to all of you -- and to J.P. Hammerschmidt, your
1991 Citizen of the Year -- please accept my thanks, my
admiration, and my congratulations.
By making service to others an important part of your lives,
you're helping to give every child the priceless gift of a full
and healthy life.
God bless you all.
Draft 1
February 22, 1991
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE: NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRINCIPALS
It is my pleasure to have this opportunity to pass along my
wishes for a successful 1991 convention for the N-A-E-S-P.
There have been hundreds of studies on what we must do to
improve our schools -- but there's no secret to what makes our
schools work best. There is no single greater factor in the
success of any school than a strong principal. Let me say -- not
as President, but simply as a parent -- that you are among
America's most valuable national resources.
All of us like to speculate about what the future holds --
what our world will be like a year, a decade, a generation from
now. Principals have what may just be the world's most unique
window into the world of tomorrow. In your profession, America's
future walks through the doors of your schools every day.
For the next few days, all of you will have the opportunity
to confer with your peers from across the country -- to visit
schools in the Anaheim area -- to study the results of recent
experiments in education -- to learn from one another how we
should go about teaching our children. And through it all, you
will have the opportunity to renew your shared commitment to
common concern: the children, whose future is our own.
Once again, my thanks to you for the work you are doing --
and my best wishes for a productive 1991 convention.
Draft 1
February 22, 1991
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE: THE ASSOCIATED GENERAL
CONTRACTORS OF AMERICA
I welcome this opportunity to extend my best wishes for the
success of the 72nd Annual Convention of the Associated General
Contractors of America.
You are meeting to address the critical challenges facing
the construction industry -- and to transform those challenges
into opportunities. In doing so, you reflect not only the
determination that has always characterized your industry -- you
embody the spirit of the enterprising Americans who built this
Nation.
You meet at a time when all Americans' thoughts are focused
on events in the Persian Gulf. Back in December, your President,
Kirk Fordice, wrote to the members of the A-G-C to urge that you
support our mission -- the mission of the coalition united
against the cruel aggression of Saddam Hussein.
Not long after, I received a letter from one of your fellow
members, Vito Gautieri -- who had just returned home after
visiting the gravesite of his brother, a member of the American
forces who gave his life during the liberation of France. When
Michael Gautieri made the supreme sacrifice on January 25, 1945,
Vito was only fourteen. Eight years later, Vito honored the
memory of his brother by serving with American forces in Europe:
part of the long tradition of standing for what is right, just
and honorable -- just as so many brave young American men and
women do now, half a world away.
Vito's letter to me closed with the words: "God bless you,
and our prayers are with you -- whatever your final decision." If
Let me say to Vito -- and to every member of the A-G-C --
that your unqualified support has been a tremendous source of
strength at every step in this time of testing. To all of you,
and to your able leadership -- Marvin Black, Robins Jackson,
Chris Woods, Bert Beatty, and, of course, your President Kirk
Fordice -- my sincere thanks for your trust, and my best wishes
for a productive convention and a prosperous year.
# # #
DRAFT SCRIPT
The President: It gives me great pleasure to salute those
Americans who are supporting the men and women serving in
Operation Desert Storm. While they serve our nation half a world
away, many of you are serving them right here at home.
They have left behind their families, their homes, and in many
cases their jobs. All for the sacred cause of freedom and
lasting peace.
Mrs. Bush: By offering comfort and support to their families, by
caring for their homes and preserving their jobs, you are giving
them peace of mind while they fight for peace in our world.
The President: I have called on every American to be a "Point of
Light" - to be of service to someone in need. No lights burn
brighter at home these days than those who give of themselves to
support our armed forces and their families at this time of need.
Mrs. Bush: For those who aren't involved but want to be, there
are a number of local organization that would welcome your calls.
Find out what you can do. Please call the USO, the American Red
Cross, the United Way, the National Guard or any local military
installation -- and tell them you're ready to help out whatever
way you can.
The President: May god bless every American serving now in the
Gulf -- and everyone here at home who supports the brave men and
women of Operation Desert Storm.
#
#
#
LUTHRINGER
2/26/91
DRAFT 4
NSPI
PROPOSED PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE
FOR THE NATIONAL SOCIETY FOR PERFORMANCE AND INSTRUCTION
As N-S-P-I begins its conference in Los Angeles today, I
congratulate you on the start of your 30th year of achievements
in the field of performance technology, and the contributions
you've made to the students and work-force of our Nation. Now
more than ever, this country needs your work and dedication.
In this decade, the United States faces scores of new
challenges and new opportunities. In a rapidly changing world,
competition not only exists at home, but in the global
marketplace.
Where once American economic strength and productivity went
unchallenged, today, many nations have emerged as technologically
advanced and economically progressive. From the assembly line to
top levels of management, we must strive to have the most
skilled, motivated, and productive work-force in the world.
We must also invest in creating the most advanced and
highest quality work environments available. And we must improve
the education of our youth and corporate leadership. We must do
all of this to achieve the most important goal of all -- world
class quality.
America is a nation where inventive ideas and creative
approaches yield real solutions to our problems and open up new
windows of opportunity for growth and prosperity. It's clear to
me that performance technology is just such an approach.
Through advancements in education and training, information
technology and performance management, N-S-P-I is taking a
leadership role in preparing the American worker for the
challenges, and the successes of tomorrow.
My congratulations on all you do to keep America number one.
# # #
1409
Document No. 21595755
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
91 FEB 27 P8: 55
DATE: 2/26/91
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 2/28/91 NOON
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGES: 1. Arkansas March of Dimes
2. Nat'l Assoc. of Elementary School Prin.
SUBJECT:
3. Associated General Contractors of Amer.
4. Nat'l Society for Performance
and Instruction
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BRADY
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
GRAY
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments directly to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122,
x2930, no later than NOON, Thursday, February 28, with a copy to
this office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
February 27, 1991
MEMORANDUM FOR CHRISS WINSTON
The NSC staff concurs with the draft presidential video messages.
Brent Scowcroft Wulling
PHILLIP D. BRADY
Assistant to the President
and Staff Secretary
CC: Phillip D. Brady
Ext. 2702
RECEIVED
91 FEB26 P2: 04
DILEBSI 68:22
91 FEB 26 Pill2: 55
Draft 1
February 22, 1991
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE:
ARKANSAS MARCH OF DIMES
MARCH 6, 1991
It's an honor and a pleasure to send along my best wishes
to the Arkansas March of Dimes -- a great and giving
organization.
Your work is as crucial now as it was in 1938 -- when a
radio entertainer urged people to send President Franklin D.
Roosevelt birthday greetings -- and enclose a dime for charity.
The cards poured in -- a "march of dimes" converged on the
White House -- President Roosevelt devoted those dimes to finding
a cure for polio -- and a great American tradition was born.
Kids in Little Rock, and all across the state of Arkansas,
are lucky to have people like you looking after them. You're
fighting to prevent one of the world's greatest injustices -- the
birth defects that are the most serious threat facing the
children of this nation.
So to all of you -- and to J.P. Hammerschmidt, your
1991 Citizen of the Year -- please accept my thanks, my
admiration, and my congratulations.
By making service to others an important part of your lives,
you're helping to give every child the priceless gift of a full
and healthy life.
God bless you all.
Draft 1
February 22, 1991
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE: NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRINCIPALS
It is my pleasure to have this opportunity to pass along my
wishes for a successful 1991 convention for the N-A-E-S-P.
There have been hundreds of studies on what we must do to
improve our schools -- but there's no secret to what makes our
schools work best. There is no single greater factor in the
success of any school than a strong principal. Let me say -- not
as President, but simply as a parent -- that you are among
America's most valuable national resources.
All of us like to speculate about what the future holds --
what our world will be like a year, a decade, a generation from
now. Principals have what may just be the world's most unique
window into the world of tomorrow. In your profession, America's
future walks through the doors of your schools every day.
For the next few days, all of you will have the opportunity
to confer with your peers from across the country -- to visit
schools in the Anaheim area -- to study the results of recent
experiments in education -- to learn from one another how we
should go about teaching our children. And through it all, you
will have the opportunity to renew your shared commitment to
common concern: the children, whose future is our own.
Once again, my thanks to you for the work you are doing --
and my best wishes for a productive 1991 convention.
Draft 1
February 22, 1991
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE: THE ASSOCIATED GENERAL
CONTRACTORS OF AMERICA
I welcome this opportunity to extend my best wishes for the
success of the 72nd Annual Convention of the Associated General
Contractors of America.
You are meeting to address the critical challenges facing
the construction industry -- and to transform those challenges
into opportunities. In doing so, you reflect not only the
determination that has always characterized your industry -- you
embody the spirit of the enterprising Americans who built this
Nation.
You meet at a time when all Americans' thoughts are focused
on events in the Persian Gulf. Back in December, your President,
Kirk Fordice, wrote to the members of the A-G-C to urge that you
support our mission -- the mission of the coalition united
against the cruel aggression of Saddam Hussein.
Not long after, I received a letter from one of your fellow
members, Vito Gautieri -- who had just returned home after
visiting the gravesite of his brother, a member of the American
forces who gave his life during the liberation of France. When
Michael Gautieri made the supreme sacrifice on January 25, 1945,
Vito was only fourteen. Eight years later, Vito honored the
memory of his brother by serving with American forces in Europe:
part of the long tradition of standing for what is right, just
and honorable -- just as so many brave young American men and
women do now, half a world away.
Vito's letter to me closed with the words: "God bless you,
and our prayers are with you -- whatever your final decision."
Let me say to Vito -- and to every member of the A-G-C --
that your unqualified support has been a tremendous source of
strength at every step in this time of testing. To all of you,
and to your able leadership -- Marvin Black, Robins Jackson,
Chris Woods, Bert Beatty, and, of course, your President Kirk
Fordice -- my sincere thanks for your trust, and my best wishes
for a productive convention and a prosperous year.
# # #
DRAFT SCRIPT
The President: It gives me great pleasure to salute those
Americans who are supporting the men and women serving in
Operation Desert Storm. While they serve our nation half a world
away, many of you are serving them right here at home.
They have left behind their families, their homes, and in many
cases their jobs. All for the sacred cause of freedom and
lasting peace.
Mrs. Bush: By offering comfort and support to their families, by
caring for their homes and preserving their jobs, you are giving
them peace of mind while they fight for peace in our world.
The President: I have called on every American to be a "Point of
Light" - to be of service to someone in need. No lights burn
brighter at home these days than those who give of themselves to
support our armed forces and their families at this time of need.
Mrs. Bush: For those who aren't involved but want to be, there
are a number of local organization that would welcome your calls.
Find out what you can do. Please call the USO, the American Red
Cross, the United Way, the National Guard or any local military
installation -- and tell them you're ready to help out whatever
way you can.
The President: May god bless every American serving now in the
Gulf -- and everyone here at home who supports the brave men and
women of Operation Desert Storm.
#
#
#
LUTHRINGER
2/26/91
DRAFT 4
NSPI
PROPOSED PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE
FOR THE NATIONAL SOCIETY FOR PERFORMANCE AND INSTRUCTION
As N-S-P-I begins its conference in Los Angeles today, I
congratulate you on the start of your 30th year of achievements
in the field of performance technology, and the contributions
you've made to the students and work-force of our Nation. Now
more than ever, this country needs your work and dedication.
In this decade, the United States faces scores of new
challenges and new opportunities. In a rapidly changing world,
competition not only exists at home, but in the global
marketplace.
Where once American economic strength and productivity went
unchallenged, today, many nations have emerged as technologically
advanced and economically progressive. From the assembly line to
top levels of management, we must strive to have the most
skilled, motivated, and productive work-force in the world.
We must also invest in creating the most advanced and
highest quality work environments available. And we must improve
the education of our youth and corporate leadership. We must do
all of this to achieve the most important goal of all -- world
class quality.
America is a nation where inventive ideas and creative
approaches yield real solutions to our problems and open up new
windows of opportunity for growth and prosperity. It's clear to
me that performance technology is just such an approach.
Through advancements in education and training, information
technology and performance management, N-S-P-I is taking a
leadership role in preparing the American worker for the
challenges, and the successes of tomorrow.
My congratulations on all you do to keep America number one.
# # #
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
91 FEB 27 P6:24
February 27, 1991
MEMORANDUM FOR CHRISS WINSTON
DEPUTY ASSISTANT TO THE PRESIDENT FOR
COMMUNICATIONS AND DIRECTOR OF SPEECHWRITING
FROM:
JAY S. BYBEE job
ASSOCIATE COUNSEL TO THE PRESIDENT
SUBJECT:
Presidential Video Messages for (1) Arkansas March
of Dimes, (2) National Association of Elementary
School Principals, (3) Associated General
Contractors of America, and (4) National Society
for Performance and Instruction
Counsel's office has reviewed the above-referenced video
messages. We have no legal objections.
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on this matter.
CC: Phillip D. Brady
SENT BY:The TICKET CENTER
; 2-27-91 :10:08AM ; LEGISLATIVE AFFAIRS-
2024566218:# 2
Document No. 21595755
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
91 FEB 27 A9: 05
DATE: 2/26/91
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
2/28/91 NOON
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGES: 1. Arkansas March of Dimes
2. Nat'l Assoc. of Elementary School Prin.
SUBJECT:
3. Associated General Contractors of Amer.
4
Nat'l Society for Performance
and Instruction
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BRADY
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
GRAY
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments directly to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122,
x2930, no later than NOON, Thursday, February 28, with a copy to
this office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
No Comment 2/26/91
PHILLIP D. BRADY
Assistant to the President
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 2702
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
March 1, 1991
INFORMATION
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
THROUGH:
DAVID DEMAREST
BARRIE TRON
BT
FROM:
PAUL LUTHRINGER
DL
SUBJECT:
SCRIPTS FOR THE VIDEOTAPING SESSION ON
TUESDAY, MARCH 5, 1991
I. SUMMARY
Attached for your consideration and review are draft scripts
for your taping session on March 5th. You are scheduled to
tape five segments.
II. DISCUSSION
At 2 p.m. on Tuesday, March 5, 1991, you are scheduled to
tape five video messages for the following events:
1)
the Arkansas March of Dimes annual dinner;
2) the Associated General Contractors convention;
3)
the United Negro College Fund anniversary dinner;
4) the National Association of Secondary School Principals
convention; and
5)
the National Society for Performance and Instruction
conference.
None of these messages have time limitations.
(Hinchliffe)
March 1, 1991 3 p.m.
NASSP
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE: NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF
SECONDARY SCHOOL PRINCIPALS
Good evening. I'm glad to be able to send my welcome to the
75th annual convention of the National Association of Secondary
School Principals. You -- the leaders of this nation's schools
-- hold in your hands the key to America's future. For with
those hands you are molding America's youth. III
We're joined in an exciting enterprise. For the first time
in this country's history we have national goals for education.
Goals that challenge America's students, teachers,
administrators, parents and leaders. Goals that make us focus on
achievement. Goals that make us think about the future.
For they remind us we must ensure that all Americans have
the opportunity that is our birthright. And that means equipping
our kids with the tools to compete in the 21st Century. That
way, our new generations will grow up believing that the only
limits on any individual are the limits of his own vision. 111
And you are the ones who can make these goals become
reality. That is your challenge. Your charge. And your
greatest opportunity. I remember a scene in "A Man for All
Seasons" when Sir Thomas More is advising a young man. He tells
him to become an educator, and says: "[who will know if you're a
great one?] 11 You, your pupils, your friends, and God. Not a
bad public, that. " III
And there cannot be a great school without a great leader.
2
Yet we know that sometimes the demands on your time and energy
may seem monumental. Sometimes the rewards may appear to be
minimal. But remember this: Each day, you have the chance to be
the one who makes a difference in a young person's life. III
We admire you for accepting that challenge. For relishing
that challenge. For responding to that challenge and moving your
school forward -- shaping America's tomorrows. III
During the next four days you'll have the chance to learn
from each other, and to gather new ideas to bring home -- to
share with your teachers, your communities and, most of all, with
your kids.
We want you to know that this nation understands and
appreciates deeply everything you're doing for our young people.
You have our respect, our admiration, and our thanks.
God bless you, and best wishes for an outstanding
convention.
#
#
#
#
(Hinchliffe)
March 1, 1991
3 p.m.
UNCF
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE: UNITED NEGRO COLLEGE FUND
Good evening. I'm delighted to send this greeting to all of
you at the 47th Anniversary Dinner of the United Negro College
Fund.
And I'm particularly pleased to be able to join in the
salute to two special friends -- Ambassador Walter Annenberg, who
has made the largest single contribution in the history of the
Fund.
And Christopher Edley, who is retiring after 18 years as the
Fund's President and CEO. 11
We owe them a large debt of gratitude for their work and
their example. For although the ways in which they serve this
Fund are different, what's most important is what they share -- a
vision that is their legacy to all of us.
For they care about making the dream of educational
opportunity a reality for all of our nation's black youths. 11
They put themselves on the line to bring about positive,
historic changes in assuring access to higher education
regardless of economic circumstances. 11
They are committed to providing all young people with an
opportunity to realize their full potential. 11
And they understand the need to prepare black youths to be
productive, active participants in the workplace of the future. 11
And that's also the vision of the United Negro College Fund.
The vision that must inspire every person in this nation.
2
For, as Langston Hughes wrote: "There's a dream in this
land with its back against the wall; to save the dream for one,
it must be saved for all.' " III
To save that dream, we must realize that the 21st century is
going to pose challenges beyond our imagination. Challenges of
an increasingly competitive society that will demand
technological knowledge. Challenges that can become
opportunities for our young people -- opportunities to make this
a world where the only limits on any individual will be the
limits of his own vision.
I'm proud to serve as honorary chairman of the Fund's $250
million capital campaign.
I'm proud to salute men such as Ambassador Annenberg and
Christopher Edley.
And, most of all, I'm proud to be part of an organization
made up of people like you.
God bless you, and this great nation we share.
#
#
#
#
Draft 2
March 1, 1991
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE: THE ASSOCIATED GENERAL
CONTRACTORS OF AMERICA
I welcome this opportunity to extend my best wishes for the
success of the 72nd Annual Convention of the Associated General
Contractors of America.
You are meeting to address the critical challenges facing
the construction industry -- and to transform those challenges
into opportunities. In doing so, you reflect not only the
determination that has always characterized your industry -- you
embody the spirit of the enterprising Americans who built this
Nation.
You meet at a time when all Americans' thoughts are focused
on events in the Persian Gulf. Back in December, your President,
Kirk Fordice, wrote to the members of the A-G-C to urge that you
support our mission -- the mission of the coalition united
against the cruel aggression of Saddam Hussein.
Not long after, I received a letter from one of your fellow
members, Vito Gautieri -- who had just returned home after
visiting the gravesite of his brother, a member of the American
forces who gave his life during the liberation of France. When
Michael Gautieri made the supreme sacrifice on January 25, 1945,
Vito was only fourteen. Eight years later, Vito honored the
memory of his brother by serving with American forces in Europe:
part of the long tradition of standing for what is right, just
2
and honorable -- just as so many brave young American men and
women do now, half a world away.
Vito's letter to me closed with the words: "God bless you,
and our prayers are with you -- whatever your final decision.' "
Let me say to Vito -- and to every member of the A-G-C --
that your unqualified support has been a tremendous source of
strength at every step in this time of testing. To all of you,
and to your able leadership -- Marvin Black, Robins Jackson,
Chris Woods, Bert Beatty, and, of course, your President Kirk
Fordice -- my sincere thanks for your trust, and my best wishes
for a productive convention and a prosperous year.
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Draft 2
March 1, 1991
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE: ARKANSAS MARCH OF DIMES
MARCH 6, 1991
It's an honor and a pleasure to send along my best wishes
to the Arkansas March of Dimes -- a great and giving
organization.
Your work is as crucial now as it was in 1938 -- when a
radio entertainer urged people to send President Franklin D.
Roosevelt birthday greetings -- and enclose a dime for charity.
The cards poured in -- a "march of dimes" converged on the
White House -- President Roosevelt devoted those dimes to finding
a cure for polio. -- and a great American tradition was born.
Kids in Little Rock, and all across the state of Arkansas,
are lucky to have people like you looking after them. You're
fighting to prevent one of the world's greatest injustices -- the
birth defects that are the most serious threat facing the
children of this nation.
So to all of you -- and to J.P. Hammerschmidt, your
1991 Citizen of the Year -- please accept my thanks, my
admiration, and my congratulations.
By making service to others an important part of your lives,
you're helping to give every child the priceless gift of a full
and healthy life. On behalf of them -- and on behalf of a caring
nation -- thank you very much. And God bless you all.
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Draft 2
March 1, 1991
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE: NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRINCIPALS
It is my pleasure to have this opportunity to pass along my
wishes for a successful 1991 convention for the N-A-E-S-P.
There have been hundreds of studies on what we must do to
improve our schools -- but there's no secret to what makes our
schools work best. One of the greatest factors in the success of
any school than a strong principal. Let me say -- not as
President, but simply as a parent -- that you are among America's
most valuable national resources.
All of us like to speculate about what the future holds --
what our world will be like a year, a decade, a generation from
now. Principals have what may just be the world's most unique
window into the world of tomorrow. In your profession, America's
future walks through the doors of your schools every day.
For the next few days, all of you will have the opportunity
to confer with your peers from across the country -- to visit
schools in the Anaheim area -- to study the results of recent
experiments in education -- to learn from one another how we
should go about teaching our children. And through it all, you
will have the opportunity to renew your shared commitment to
common concern: the children, whose future is our own.
Once again, my thanks to you for the work you are doing --
and my best wishes for a productive 1991 convention.
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LUTHRINGER
3/1/91
DRAFT 5
NSPI
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE: THE NATIONAL SOCIETY FOR
PERFORMANCE AND INSTRUCTION
As N-S-P-I begins its conference in Los Angeles today, I
congratulate you on the start of your 30th year of achievements
in the field of performance technology, and the contributions
you've made to the students and work-force of our Nation. Now
more than ever, this country needs your work and dedication.
In this decade, the United States faces scores of new
challenges and new opportunities. In a rapidly changing world,
competition not only exists at home, but in the global
marketplace.
Where once American economic strength and productivity went
unchallenged, today, many nations have emerged as technologically
advanced and economically progressive. From the assembly line to
top levels of management, we must strive to have the most
skilled, motivated, and productive work-force in the world.
We must also invest in creating the most advanced and
highest quality work environments available. And we must improve
the education of our youth and corporate leadership. We must do
all of this to achieve the most important goal of all -- world
class quality.
America is a nation where creative approaches yield real
solutions to our problems. Where innovative ideas create the
opportunity for growth -- and for prosperity. It's clear to me
that performance technology is just such an approach.
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Through advancements in education and training, information
technology and performance management, N-S-P-I is taking a
leadership role in preparing the American worker for the
challenges, and the successes of tomorrow.
My congratulations on all you do to keep America number one.
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Draft 3
March 5, 1991
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE: ARKANSAS MARCH OF DIMES
MARCH 6, 1991
It's an honor and a pleasure to send along my best wishes
to the Arkansas March of Dimes -- a great and giving
organization.
Your work is as crucial now as it was in 1938 -- when a
radio entertainer urged people to send President Franklin D.
Roosevelt birthday greetings -- and enclose a dime for charity.
The cards poured in -- a "march of dimes" converged on the
White House -- President Roosevelt devoted those dimes to finding
a cure for polio -- and a great American tradition was born.
Kids in Little Rock, and all across the state of Arkansas,
are lucky to have people like you looking after them. You're
fighting to prevent one of the world's greatest injustices -- the
birth defects that are the most serious threat facing the
children of this nation.
Now a word about my close personal friend, John Paul
Hammerschmidt. In choosing to honor him as 1991 citizen of the
Year, you've chosen to honor the best in Congress. John Paul's
decency, his commitment to principle, and his sense of honor have
won him respect that transcends party.
In conclusion, by making service to others an important part
of your lives, you're helping to give every child the priceless
gift of a full and healthy life. On behalf of them -- and on
behalf of a caring nation -- thank you very much. And God bless
you all.
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Draft 1
February 22, 1991
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE:
ARKANSAS MARCH OF DIMES
MARCH 6, 1991
It's an honor and a pleasure to send along my best wishes
to the Arkansas March of Dimes -- a great and giving
organization.
Your work is as crucial now as it was in 1938 -- when a
radio entertainer urged people to send President Franklin D.
Roosevelt birthday greetings -- and enclose a dime for charity.
The cards poured in -- a "march of dimes" converged on the
White House -- President Roosevelt devoted those dimes to finding
a cure for polio -- and a great American tradition was born.
Kids in Little Rock, and all across the state of Arkansas,
are lucky to have people like you looking after them. You're
fighting to prevent one of the world's greatest injustices -- the
birth defects that are the most serious threat facing the
children of this nation.
So to all of you -- and to J.P. Hammerschmidt, your
1991 Citizen of the Year -- please accept my thanks, my
admiration, and my congratulations.
By making service to others an important part of your lives,
you're helping to give every child the priceless gift of a full
and healthy life.
God bless you all.
Draft 1
February 22, 1991
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE: NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRINCIPALS
It is my pleasure to have this opportunity to pass along my
wishes for a successful 1991 convention for the N-A-E-S-P.
There have been hundreds of studies on what we must do to
improve our schools -- but there's no secret to what makes our
schools work best. There is no single greater factor in the
success of any school than a strong principal. Let me say -- not
as President, but simply as a parent -- that you are among
America's most valuable national resources.
All of us like to speculate about what the future holds --
what our world will be like a year, a decade, a generation from
now. Principals have what may just be the world's most unique
window into the world of tomorrow. In your profession, America's
future walks through the doors of your schools every day.
For the next few days, all of you will have the opportunity
to confer with your peers from across the country -- to visit
schools in the Anaheim area -- to study the results of recent
experiments in education -- to learn from one another how we
should go about teaching our children. And through it all, you
will have the opportunity to renew your shared commitment to
common concern: the children, whose future is our own.
Once again, my thanks to you for the work you are doing --
and my best wishes for a productive 1991 convention.
Draft 1
February 22, 1991
PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE: THE ASSOCIATED GENERAL
CONTRACTORS OF AMERICA
I welcome this opportunity to extend my best wishes for the
success of the 72nd Annual Convention of the Associated General
Contractors of America.
You are meeting to address the critical challenges facing
the construction industry -- and to transform those challenges
into opportunities. In doing so, you reflect not only the
determination that has always characterized your industry -- you
embody the spirit of the enterprising Americans who built this
Nation.
You meet at a time when all Americans' thoughts are focused
on events in the Persian Gulf. Back in December, your President,
Kirk Fordice, wrote to the members of the A-G-C to urge that you
support our mission -- the mission of the coalition united
against the cruel aggression of Saddam Hussein.
Not long after, I received a letter from one of your fellow
members, Vito Gautieri -- who had just returned home after
visiting the gravesite of his brother, a member of the American
forces who gave his life during the liberation of France. When
Michael Gautieri made the supreme sacrifice on January 25, 1945,
Vito was only fourteen. Eight years later, Vito honored the
memory of his brother by serving with American forces in Europe:
part of the long tradition of standing for what is right, just
and honorable -- just as so many brave young American men and
women do now, half a world away.
Vito's letter to me closed with the words: "God bless you,
and our prayers are with you -- whatever your final decision."
Let me say to Vito -- and to every member of the A-G-C --
that your unqualified support has been a tremendous source of
strength at every step in this time of testing. To all of you,
and to your able leadership -- Marvin Black, Robins Jackson,
Chris Woods, Bert Beatty, and, of course, your President Kirk
Fordice -- my sincere thanks for your trust, and my best wishes
for a productive convention and a prosperous year.
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DRAFT SCRIPT
The President: It gives me great pleasure to salute those
Americans who are supporting the men and women serving in
Operation Desert Storm. While they serve our nation half a world
away, many of you are serving them right here at home.
They have left behind their families, their homes, and in many
cases their jobs. All for the sacred cause of freedom and
lasting peace.
Mrs. Bush: By offering comfort and support to their families, by
caring for their homes and preserving their jobs, you are giving
them peace of mind while they fight for peace in our world.
The President: I have called on every American to be a "Point of
Light" - to be of service to someone in need. No lights burn
brighter at home these days than those who give of themselves to
support our armed forces and their families at this time of need.
Mrs. Bush: For those who aren't involved but want to be, there
are a number of local organization that would welcome your calls.
Find out what you can do. Please call the USO, the American Red
Cross, the United Way, the National Guard or any local military
installation -- and tell them you're ready to help out whatever
way you can.
The President: May god bless every American serving now in the
Gulf -- and everyone here at home who supports the brave men and
women of Operation Desert Storm.
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LUTHRINGER
2/26/91
DRAFT 4
NSPI
PROPOSED PRESIDENTIAL VIDEO MESSAGE
FOR THE NATIONAL SOCIETY FOR PERFORMANCE AND INSTRUCTION
As N-S-P-I begins its conference in Los Angeles today, I
congratulate you on the start of your 30th year of achievements
in the field of performance technology, and the contributions
you've made to the students and work-force of our Nation. Now
more than ever, this country needs your work and dedication.
In this decade, the United States faces scores of new
challenges and new opportunities. In a rapidly changing world,
competition not only exists at home, but in the global
marketplace.
Where once American economic strength and productivity went
unchallenged, today, many nations have emerged as technologically
advanced and economically progressive. From the assembly line to
top levels of management, we must strive to have the most
skilled, motivated, and productive work-force in the world.
We must also invest in creating the most advanced and
highest quality work environments available. And we must improve
the education of our youth and corporate leadership. We must do
all of this to achieve the most important goal of all -- world
class quality.
America is a nation where inventive ideas and creative
approaches yield real solutions to our problems and open up new
windows of opportunity for growth and prosperity. It's clear to
me that performance technology is just such an approach.
Through advancements in education and training, information
technology and performance management, N-S-P-I is taking a
leadership role in preparing the American worker for the
challenges, and the successes of tomorrow.
My congratulations on all you do to keep America number one.
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