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THE WHITE HOUSE
Office of the Press Secretary
For Immediate Release
July 22, 1991
REMARKS BY THE PRESIDENT
DURING "TAKE PRIDE IN AMERICA" AWARDS CEREMONY
The East Room
4:00 P.M. EDT
THE PRESIDENT: Good to see you all. A few minutes late
-- filling out the frequent flyer forms. (Laughter.)
I'm delighted to be here, and let me just say at the
outset of this, why, I'm just back from a fascinating trip to London
and to Turkey and to Greece, and I think it was a good one. But now
I'm back to the very important business at hand, and an opportunity
to thank some people who have done a disproportionate amount for
their country.
To Secretary Lujan, who's been such a driving force for
volunteerism and public land stewardship, I salute you and thank you.
And, of course, to Linda -- Linda Evans who's just taken so much
interest in this Take Pride In America program, we're very, very
grateful to her.
To Senator Conrad Burns over here, we salute him and
thank him. And to all of you who have shown an interest in this,
many from its very inception, thank you and welcome to the White
House. And thank heavens we're doing it indoors instead of out.
(Laughter and applause.)
You know, it is -- I know I speak for everybody that goes
abroad, it is always nice to be back on home soil. What better way
to come home after visiting distant lands than to recognize Americans
who do take pride in America: our millions of acres of forests and
parks, wildlife preserves and beaches. The Take Pride In America
campaign urges all Americans to help preserve this precious heritage
for future generations.
Every day, everywhere in America -- people are finding
ways to make a difference. We call these "points of light" -- we
refer to these people as "points of light." And in your service to
our shared environment, all of you who take pride in America do shine
brightly and brilliantly.
Our dog Millie is doing her part. (Laughter.) Last time
I threw a stick out on the lawn and said, "Fetch," she had me written
up for littering out here. (Laughter.)
The public resources that you've worked to preserve and
protect -- the parks that you've adopted, the rivers you've cleaned
and reclaimed, the children that you've taught -- these represent a
legacy for future generations that every one of you works to serve.
This morning, 121 of you received well-earned recognition
for your commitment and your achievements in promoting voluntary
stewardship of our public lands. And I want to offer my
congratulations, and my admiration and respect for each and every one
of you.
This afternoon, among so many special groups, I can't
begin to recognize all. But let me offer just two examples of what
it means to "Take Pride In America." Take Pat Mitchell. As a
volunteer, she travels around the State of Alabama as "Auntie Litter"
MORE
- 2 -
-- here she is, suited up for the occasion -- (laughter) -- "and the
Pollution Patrol" -- teaching schools, churches and other groups
about the new Three Rs: Reuse, reduce waste, and recycling. She's
showing people many things that they can do to improve our
environment. And thank you very much for what you are doing, Pat.
(Applause.)
And the next is Rafael Munoz -- where is he -- right here
-- here he is -- (applause.) He's a member of the Norris Square Park
Patrol, a group working in one of the most deprived areas of
Philadelphia. The 35 youngsters who make up this patrol, from 10 to
18 years old, work several hours each day cleaning the park, picking
up and recycling broken glass, planting trees and flowers, and
painting park benches. The patrols have discouraged vandals, and
what was once a haven for crime and drugs has become a place where
preschoolers can play without fear. Keep up the good work.
(Applause.)
It's really unfair to single out anybody in this group,
because each of the award winners here today have stories of equal
accomplishment, equally worthy of recognition, who deserve to be
emulated across our country.
You know, one of the previous presidents, one of my
predecessors, Calvin Coolidge once said, "No person was ever honored
for what he received. Honor has been the reward for what he gave."
And so it is with all of you who eagerly and actively Take Pride In
America. So thank you all. I'm just delighted that this is my first
event since returning to the good old U.S. of A. And now, I want to
turn the program over to Secretary Lujan, who has two special awards
to present, and Linda and I will be the spear carriers helping him
out. (Applause.)
END
4:10 P.M. EDT
TAKE PRIDE IN AMERICA EVENT \ THE ROSE GARDEN
MONDAY, JULY 22, 1991 \ 4:00 P.M.
[[ SORRY IF I'M A LITTLE LATE...
TAKES A WHILE TO FILL
OUT ALL THOSE FREQUENT-FLYER FORMS. ]]
To MANUEL LUJAN, WHO'S BEEN SUCH A DRIVING FORCE
FOR VOLUNTEERISM AND PUBLIC LAND STEWARDSHIP; TO LINDA
EVANS, WHO'S DONE so MUCH FOR THE TAKE PRIDE IN AMERICA
PROGRAM -- TO ALL OF YOU: WELCOME To THE WHITE HOUSE.
- 2 -
It's GREAT TO BE BACK ON HOME SOIL TODAY -- AND
WHAT BETTER WAY TO COME HOME, AFTER VISITING DISTANT
LANDS, THAN TO RECOGNIZE AMERICANS WHO TAKE PRIDE IN
AMERICA: OUR MILLIONS OF ACRES OF FORESTS, PARKS,
WILDLIFE PRESERVES AND BEACHES, AND OUR HISTORIC
BUILDINGS AND MONUMENTS. THE TAKE PRIDE IN AMERICA
CAMPAIGN URGES ALL AMERICANS TO HELP PRESERVE THIS
PRECIOUS HERITAGE FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS To ENJOY.
- 3 -
THIS GREAT COUNTRY OF OURS BELIEVES FIRMLY IN THE
POWER OF THE INDIVIDUAL -- THE IDEA THAT EVERY ONE OF
US HAS SPECIAL GIFTS AND SPECIAL RESPONSIBILITIES. WE
ALL HAVE SOMETHING TO OFFER.
EVERY DAY, EVERYWHERE IN AMERICA -- PEOPLE FIND
WAYS TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE. WE CALL THESE PEOPLE
"POINTS OF LIGHT" -- AND IN YOUR SERVICE TO OUR SHARED
ENVIRONMENT, ALL OF YOU WHO TAKE PRIDE IN AMERICA SHINE
BROADLY AND BRILLIANTLY.
- 4 -
THE PUBLIC RESOURCES YOU'VE WORKED TO PRESERVE AND
PROTECT -- THE PARKS YOU'VE ADOPTED, THE RIVERS YOU'VE
CLEANED AND RECLAIMED, THE CHILDREN YOU'VE TAUGHT --
THESE REPRESENT A LEGACY FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS THAT
EVERY ONE OF YOU WORKS TO SERVE.
THIS MORNING, 121 OF YOU RECEIVED WELL-EARNED
RECOGNITION FOR YOUR COMMITMENT AND YOUR ACHIEVEMENTS
IN PROMOTING VOLUNTARY STEWARDSHIP OF OUR PUBLIC LANDS.
AND I WANT TO OFFER MY CONGRATULATIONS, AND MY
ADMIRATION, TO EACH OF YOU.
- 5 -
I'VE ASKED ALL AMERICANS TO MAKE COMMUNITY SERVICE
A REGULAR PART OF THEIR LIVES. AMERICANS REACHING OUT
TO OTHERS -- GIVING OF THEIR TIME AND THEIR TALENTS --
WE HONOR THEM TODAY, AS THE KIND OF PEOPLE WHO MAKE
AMERICA THE GREATEST LAND OF PROMISE ON THE FACE OF
GOD'S GREEN EARTH.
IF SUCH VALUES, AND SUCH COMMITMENT, MAKE SUCH A
DIFFERENCE -- AND I BELIEVE THEY DO -- HOW IMPORTANT IT
IS, THAT WE TEACH THESE VALUES To OUR CHILDREN.
- 6 -
THAT'S WHY I'M ESPECIALLY PLEASED THAT SO MANY
EDUCATORS AND YOUTH GROUPS ARE WITH US TODAY. So
OFTEN, WHAT CHILDREN LEARN, THEY END UP TEACHING THE
REST OF US. THAT ALONE MAY BE ONE REASON THE VOLUME OF
RECYCLING IN AMERICA IS UP 30 PERCENT OVER THE LAST TWO
YEARS ALONE. HERE AT THE WHITE HOUSE, WE'VE STARTED A
PROGRAM THAT'S RECYCLED 77 TONS OF NEWSPAPERS, 30 TONS
OF OFFICE PAPER, AND 154,000 ALUMINUM CANS -- WHICH
ONLY PROVES YOU CAN TEACH AN OLD DOG NEW TRICKS.
- 7 -
[[ THAT GOES FOR MILLIE, TOO. LAST TIME I THREW A
STICK OUT ON THE LAWN AND SAID "FETCH," SHE STALKED OFF
AND HAD ME WRITTEN UP FOR LITTERING. 11 BUT THEN I
EXPECT YOU'LL READ ALL ABOUT IT IN HER NEXT "LICK AND
TELL" BOOK. 11 ]]
THIS AFTERNOON, AMONG so MANY SPECIAL GROUPS, I
CAN'T POSSIBLY RECOGNIZE ALL OF YOU. BUT LET ME OFFER
JUST TWO EXAMPLES OF WHAT IT MEANS TO "TAKE PRIDE IN
AMERICA": TAKE PAT MITCHELL [[ HAVE HER STAND 11.
- 8 -
As A VOLUNTEER, SHE TRAVELS AROUND THE STATE OF ALABAMA
AS "AUNTIE LITTER AND THE POLLUTION PATROL" -- TEACHING
SCHOOLS, CHURCHES AND OTHER GROUPS ABOUT THE NEW THREE
R's: REUSE, REDUCE WASTE, AND RECYCLE. SHE'S SHOWING
PEOPLE THE MANY THINGS THEY CAN DO TO IMPROVE OUR
ENVIRONMENT.
THEN THERE'S RAFAEL MUNOZ [Moon-YOS], OF THE NORRIS
SQUARE PARK PATROL, A GROUP WORKING IN ONE OF THE MOST
DEPRIVED AREAS OF PHILADELPHIA.
- 9 -
THE 35 YOUNGSTERS WHO MAKE UP THIS PATROL, FROM 10 TO
18 YEARS OLD, WORK SEVERAL HOURS EACH DAY CLEANING THE
PARK, PICKING UP AND RECYCLING BROKEN GLASS, PLANTING
TREES AND FLOWERS, AND PAINTING PARK BENCHES. THE
PATROLS HAVE DISCOURAGED VANDALS, AND WHAT WAS ONCE A
HAVEN FOR CRIME AND DRUGS HAS BECAME A PLACE WHERE
PRESCHOOLERS CAN PLAY WITHOUT FEAR.
- 10 -
EACH OF YOU AWARD WINNERS HERE TODAY HAVE STORIES
OF EQUAL ACCOMPLISHMENT -- EQUALLY WORTHY OF
RECOGNITION -- THAT DESERVE TO BE EMULATED ACROSS THE
NATION.
You KNOW, ONE OF MY PREDECESSORS, CALVIN COOLIDGE,
ONCE SAID "No PERSON WAS EVER HONORED FOR WHAT HE
RECEIVED. HONOR HAS BEEN THE REWARD FOR WHAT HE GAVE.' "
- 11 -
AND SO IT IS WITH ALL OF YOU, WHO EAGERLY AND ACTIVELY
TAKE PRIDE IN AMERICA. THANK YOU ALL -- AND GOD BLESS
YOU.
AND NOW I'LL TURN THE PROGRAM OVER TO SECRETARY
LUJAN, WHO HAS TWO SPECIAL AWARDS TO PRESENT.
#
#
#
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
July 17, 1991
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
THROUGH:
TONY SNOW
DAN McGROARTY Dmr
FROM:
MARK LANGEML
SUBJECT:
TAKE PRIDE IN AMERICA AWARDS
On Monday, June 22, at 4:00 p.m. in the Rose Garden, you
will pay tribute to winners of this year's Take Pride in America
awards, an Interior Department program to encourage voluntary
efforts to care for our public lands. The 6 minutes of remarks
are on cards.
(Lange/Simon)
July 17, 1991
12:30 P.M.
[PRIDE.DOC]
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
TAKE PRIDE IN AMERICA EVENT
THE ROSE GARDEN
MONDAY, JULY 22, 1991
4:00 P.M.
[[ Sorry if I'm a little late takes a while to fill out all
those frequent-flyer forms. ]]
To Manuel Lujan, who's been such a driving force for
volunteerism and public land stewardship; to Linda Evans, who's
done so much for the Take Pride in America program -- to all of
you: welcome to the White House.
It's great to be back on home soil today -- and what better
way to come home, after visiting distant lands, than to recognize
stet
Americans and who take pride in America: our millions of acres of
forests parks, wildlife preserves and beaches, and our historic
buildings and monuments. The Take Pride in America campaign
urges all Americans to help preserve this precious heritage for
future generations to enjoy.
This great country of ours believes firmly in the power of
the individual -- the idea that every one of us has special gifts
and special responsibilities. We all have something to offer.
Every day, everywhere in America -- people find ways to make
a difference. We call these people "Points of Light" -- and in
your service to our shared environment, all of you who take pride
in America shine broadly and brilliantly.
The public resources you've worked to preserve and protect
2
-- the parks you've adopted, the rivers you've cleaned and
reclaimed, the children you've taught -- these represent a legacy
for future generations that every one of you works to serve.
This morning, 121 of you received well-earned recognition
for your commitment and your achievements in promoting voluntary
stewardship of our public lands. And I want to offer my
congratulations, and my admiration, to each of you.
I've asked all Americans to make community service a regular
part of their lives. Americans reaching out to others -- giving
of their time and their talents -- we honor them today, as the
kind of people who make America the greatest land of promise on
the face of God's green earth.
If such values, and such commitment, make such a difference
-- and I believe they do -- how important it is, that we teach
these values to our children. That's why I'm especially pleased
that so many educators and youth groups are with us today. So
often, what children learn, they end up teaching the rest of us.
That alone may be one reason the volume of recycling in
America is up 30 percent over the last two years alone. Here at
the White House, we've started a program that's recycled 77 tons
of newspapers, 30 tons of office paper, and 154,000 aluminum cans
-- which only proves you can teach an old dog new tricks.
[[ That goes for Millie, too. Last time I threw a stick out on
the lawn and said "fetch, " she stalked off and had me written up
for littering. 11 But then I expect you'll read all about it in
her next "lick and tell" book. 11
]]
3
This afternoon, among so many special groups, I can't
possibly recognize all of you. But let me offer just two
examples of what it means to "Take Pride in America": take Pat
Mitchell [[ have her stand ]]. As a volunteer, she travels
around the State of Alabama as "Auntie Litter and the Pollution
Patrol" -- teaching schools, churches and other groups about the
new Three R's: reuse, reduce waste, and recycle. She's showing
people the many things they can do to improve our environment.
Rafael Munoz
Then there's [name to come], of the Norris Square Park
Patrol, a group working in one of the most deprived areas of
Philadelphia. The 35 youngsters who make up this patrol, from 10
to 18 years old, work several hours each day cleaning the park,
picking up and recycling broken glass, planting trees and
flowers, and painting park benches. The patrols have discouraged
vandals, and what was once a haven for crime and drugs has became
a place where preschoolers can play without fear.
Each of you award winners here today have stories of equal
accomplishment -- equally worthy of recognition -- that deserve
to be emulated across the nation.
You know, one of my predecessors, Calvin Coolidge, once said
"No person was ever honored for what he received. Honor has been
the reward for what he gave." And so it is with all of you, who
eagerly and actively take pride in America. Thank you all -- and
God bless you.
And now I'll turn the program over to Secretary Lujan, who
has two special awards to present.
Document No.
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE:
7/17/91
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
SUBJECT: PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: TAKE PRIDE IN AMERICA AWARDS
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
PETERSMEYER
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BRADY
SMITH
BROMLEY
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
DEMAREST
SNOW
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 JUL 17 PM 1: 30
July 17, 1991
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
THROUGH:
TONY SNOW
DAN McGROARTY omr
FROM:
MARK LANGEML
SUBJECT:
TAKE PRIDE IN AMERICA AWARDS
On Monday, June 22, at 4:00 p.m. in the Rose Garden, you
will pay tribute to winners of this year's Take Pride in America
awards, an Interior Department program to encourage voluntary
efforts to care for our public lands. The 6 minutes of remarks
are on cards.
(Lange/Simon)
July 17, 1991
12:30 P.M.
[PRIDE.DOC]
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
TAKE PRIDE IN AMERICA EVENT
THE ROSE GARDEN
MONDAY, JULY 22, 1991
4:00 P.M.
[[ Sorry if I'm a little late. takes a while to fill out all.
those frequent-flyer forms. ]]
To Manuel Lujan, who's been such a driving force for
volunteerism and public land stewardship; to Linda Evans, who's
done so much for the Take Pride in America program -- to all of
you: welcome to the White House.
It's great to be back on home soil today -- and what better
way to come home, after visiting distant lands, than to recognize
Americans who take pride in America: our millions of acres of
forests, parks, wildlife preserves and beaches, and our historic
buildings and monuments. The Take Pride in America campaign
urges all Americans to help preserve this precious heritage for
future generations to enjoy.
This great country of ours believes firmly in the power of
the individual -- the idea that every one of us has special gifts
and special responsibilities. We all have something to offer.
Every day, everywhere in America -- people find ways to make
a difference. We call these people "Points of Light" -- and in
your service to our shared environment, all of you who take pride
in America shine broadly and brilliantly.
The public resources you've worked to preserve and protect
2
-- the parks you've adopted, the rivers you've cleaned and
reclaimed, the children you've taught -- these represent a legacy
for future generations that every one of you works to serve.
This morning, 121 of you received well-earned recognition
for your commitment and your achievements in promoting voluntary
stewardship of our public lands. And I want to offer my
congratulations, and my admiration, to each of you.
I've asked all Americans to make community service a regular
part of their lives. Americans reaching out to others -- giving
of their time and their talents -- we honor them today, as the
kind of people who make America the greatest land of promise on
the face of God's green earth.
If such values, and such commitment, make such a difference
-- and I believe they do -- how important it is, that we teach
these values to our children. That's why I'm especially pleased
that so many educators and youth groups are with us today. So
often, what children learn, they end up teaching the rest of us.
That alone may be one reason the volume of recycling in
America is up 30 percent over the last two years alone. Here at
the White House, we've started a program that's recycled 77 tons
of newspapers, 30 tons of office paper, and 154,000 aluminum cans
-- which only proves you can teach an old dog new tricks.
[[ That goes for Millie, too. Last time I threw a stick out on
the lawn and said "fetch," she stalked off and had me written up
for littering. 11 But then I expect you'll read all about it in
her next "lick and tell" book. 11 ]]
3
This afternoon, among so many special groups, I can't
possibly recognize all of you. But let me offer just two
examples of what it means to "Take Pride in America": take Pat
Mitchell [[ have her stand 11. As a volunteer, she travels
around the State of Alabama as "Auntie Litter and the Pollution
Patrol" -- teaching schools, churches and other groups about the
new Three R's: reuse, reduce waste, and recycle. She's showing
people the many things they can do to improve our environment.
Then there's [name to come], of the Norris Square Park
Patrol, a group working in one of the most deprived areas of
Philadelphia. The 35 youngsters who make up this patrol, from 10
to 18 years old, work several hours each day cleaning the park,
picking up and recycling broken glass, planting trees and
flowers, and painting park benches. The patrols have discouraged
vandals, and what was once a haven for crime and drugs has became
a place where preschoolers can play without fear.
Each of you award winners here today have stories of equal
accomplishment -- equally worthy of recognition -- that deserve
to be emulated across the nation.
You know, one of my predecessors, Calvin Coolidge, once said
"No person was ever honored for what he received. Honor has been
the reward for what he gave." And so it is with all of you, who
eagerly and actively take pride in America. Thank you all -- and
God bless you.
And now I'll turn the program over to Secretary Lujan, who
has two special awards to present.
Document No. 254139SS
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE:
7/15/91
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: WEDNESDAY, 7/17/91 NO
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: TAKE PRIDE IN AMERICA EVENT
THE ROSE GARDEN
SUBJECT:
MONDAY, JULY 22 - 4:00 p.m.
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE N/C
SUNUNU
PETERSMEYER
SCOWCROFT
PORTER N/C
DARMAN N/C
ROGICH N/L
BRADY
SMITH N/C
BROMLEY
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
DEMAREST
SNOW
FITZWATER
GRAY Hulmsted7953
N/C
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments directly to Tony Snow, Rm. 122, x2930,
no later than NOON , WEDNESDAY, JULY 17, with a copy to this
office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
PHILLIP D. BRADY
Assistant to the President
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 2702
(Lange/Simon)
91 JUL 15 Pii 2: 18
July 15, 1991
1:00 P.M.
[PRIDE.DOC]
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
TAKE PRIDE IN AMERICA EVENT
THE ROSE GARDEN
MONDAY, JULY 22, 1991
4:00 P.M.
[[
Sorry if I'm a little late
takes a while to fill outball
those frequent-flyer forms. ]]
To Manuel Lujan, who's been such a driving force for
volunteerism and public land stewardship; to Linda Evans, who's
done so much for the Take Pride in America program -- to all of
you: welcome to the White House.
It's great to be back on home soil today -- and what better
way to come home, after visiting distant lands, than to recognize
Americans who take pride in America.
This great country of ours believes firmly in the power of
the individual -- the idea that every one of us has special gifts
and special responsibilities. We all have something to offer.
Every day, everywhere in America -- people find ways to make
a difference. We call these people "Points of Light" -- and in
your service to our shared environment, all of you who take pride
in America shine broadly and brilliantly.
The public resources you've worked to preserve and protect
-- the parks you've adopted, the beaches and rivers you've
cleaned and reclaimed, the children you've taught -- these
represent a legacy for future generations that every one of you
works to serve, and every one of you serves well.
2
This morning, 121 of you received well-earned recognition
for your commitment and your achievements. And I want to offer
my congratulations, and my admiration, to each of you.
I've asked all Americans to make community service a regular
part of their lives. Americans reaching out to others -- giving
of their time and their talents -- we honor them today, as the
kind of people who make America the greatest land of promise on
the face of God's green earth.
If such values, and such commitment, make such a difference
-- and I believe they do -- how important it is, that we teach
these values to our children. That's why I'm especially pleased
that so many educators and youth groups are with us today. For
so often, what children learn, they end up teaching the rest of
us.
That alone may be one reason the volume of recycling in
America is up 30 percent over the last two years alone. Here at
the White House, we've started a recycling program -- which only
proves you can teach an old dog new tricks.
[[ That goes for Millie, too. Last time I threw a stick out on
the lawn and said "fetch," she stalked off and had me written up
for littering. 11 But then I expect you'll read all about it in
her next book. 11 ]]
This afternoon, among so many special groups, I can't
possibly recognize all of you. So instead I want to recognize
two who symbolize the best in all of you -- both of them five-
time winners of Take Pride in America awards.
3
First, there's station WJBK-TV in Michigan, and their Rouge
River rescue campaign -- which has turned a threatened river into
a source of beauty and pride. And second, the Boy Scouts of
Montana and their Project Good Turn, who've turned citizens out
all across the state, collecting over 5,000 tons of litter in
five years.
Today, with great pride, we induct these two groups as
charter members in the Take Pride in America Hall of Fame.
You know, one of my predecessors, Calvin Coolidge, once said
"No person was ever honored for what he received. Honor has been
the reward for what he gave." And so it is with all of you, who
eagerly and actively take pride in America.
Thank you for your vision, your determination, and the
inspiration you give us all.
[[ And now we have some awards to present
]]
# # #
Document No. 254139SS
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
01 JUL i7 P1:27
DATE:
7/15/91
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
WEDNESDAY, 7/17/91 NO
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: TAKE PRIDE IN AMERICA EVENT
THE ROSE GARDEN
SUBJECT:
MONDAY, JULY 22 - 4:00 p.m.
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
PETERSMEYER
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BRADY
SMITH
BROMLEY
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
DEMAREST
SNOW
FITZWATER
GRAY
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments directly to Tony Snow, Rm. 122, x2930,
no later than NOON , WEDNESDAY, JULY 17, with a copy to this
office. Thank you.
RESPONSE: no comment
PHILLIP D. BRADY
Assistant to the President
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 2702
(Lange/Simon)
91 JUL 15 Pii 2: 18
July 15, 1991
1:00 P.M.
[PRIDE.DOC]
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
TAKE PRIDE IN AMERICA EVENT
THE ROSE GARDEN
MONDAY, JULY 22, 1991
4:00 P.M.
[[
Sorry if I'm a little late
takes a while to fill out all
those frequent-flyer forms. ]]
To Manuel Lujan, who's been such a driving force for
volunteerism and public land stewardship; to Linda Evans, who's
done so much for the Take Pride in America program -- to all of
you: welcome to the White House.
It's great to be back on home soil today -- and what better
way to come home, after visiting distant lands, than to recognize
Americans who take pride in America.
This great country of ours believes firmly in the power of
the individual -- the idea that every one of us has special gifts
and special responsibilities. We all have something to offer.
Every day, everywhere in America -- people find ways to make
a difference. We call these people "Points of Light" -- and in
your service to our shared environment, all of you who take pride
in America shine broadly and brilliantly.
The public resources you've worked to preserve and protect
-- the parks you've adopted, the beaches and rivers you've
cleaned and reclaimed, the children you've taught -- these
represent a legacy for future generations that every one of you
works to serve, and every one of you serves well.
2
This morning, 121 of you received well-earned recognition
for your commitment and your achievements. And I want to offer
my congratulations, and my admiration, to each of you.
I've asked all Americans to make community service a regular
part of their lives. Americans reaching out to others -- giving
of their time and their talents -- we honor them today, as the
kind of people who make America the greatest land of promise on
the face of God's green earth.
If such values, and such commitment, make such a difference
-- and I believe they do -- how important it is, that we teach
these values to our children. That's why I'm especially pleased
that so many educators and youth groups are with us today. For
so often, what children learn, they end up teaching the rest of
us.
That alone may be one reason the volume of recycling in
America is up 30 percent over the last two years alone. Here at
the White House, we've started a recycling program -- which only
proves you can teach an old dog new tricks.
[[ That goes for Millie, too. Last time I threw a stick out on
the lawn and said "fetch," she stalked off and had me written up
for littering. 11 But then I expect you'll read all about it in
her next book. ]]
This afternoon, among so many special groups, I can't
possibly recognize all of you. So instead I want to recognize
two who symbolize the best in all of you -- both of them five-
time winners of Take Pride in America awards.
3
First, there's station WJBK-TV in Michigan, and their Rouge
River rescue campaign -- which has turned a threatened river into
a source of beauty and pride. And second, the Boy Scouts of
Montana and their Project Good Turn, who've turned citizens out
all across the state, collecting over 5,000 tons of litter in
five years.
Today, with great pride, we induct these two groups as
charter members in the Take Pride in America Hall of Fame. 11
You know, one of my predecessors, Calvin Coolidge, once said
"No person was ever honored for what he received. Honor has been
the reward for what he gave." And so it is with all of you, who
eagerly and actively take pride in America.
Thank you for your vision, your determination, and the
inspiration you give us all.
[[ And now we have some awards to present
]]
# # #
Document No. 254139SS
17 P12: 02 P12:02
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE: 7/15/91
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: WEDNESDAY, 7/17/91 NO
91
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: TAKE PRIDE IN AMERICA EVENT
THE ROSE GARDEN
SUBJECT:
MONDAY, JULY 22 - 4:00 p.m.
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
PETERSMEYER
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BRADY
SMITH
BROMLEY
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
DEMAREST
SNOW
FITZWATER
GRAY
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments directly to Tony Snow, Rm. 122, x2930,
no later than NOON , WEDNESDAY, JULY 17, with a copy to this
office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
See memo from Jim Fitzhenry. Thanks.
EL
Elizabeth Luttig
07/17/91
PHILLIP D. BRADY
Assistant to the President
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 2702
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
July 17, 1991
MEMORANDUM FOR MARK LANGE/BOB SIMON
FROM:
JAMES A. FITZHENRY
OFFICE OF CABINET AFFAIRS
SUBJECT:
Suggested Revisions to Take Pride in America
Remarks
As we discussed, the President will speak first, commenting on
the program and describing the efforts of two award winners that
typify the program. He will then introduce Secretary Lujan, who
will announce the two Hall of Fame award winners. A
representative from each of the two organizations receiving the
Hall of Fame award will go up to receive the award and return to
their seats. The program will then conclude.
With this sequence of events in mind, the following are my
suggested changes to the remarks:
1) On page one, line 9 (insert 1), add the following new
sentences: "And there is much to be proud of. We Americans
(own almost 40 percent of our country -- our federal, state,
and local governments manage millions acres of forests,
parks, wildlife preserves, and beaches as well as historic
does Japan confusing. dare
buildings and monuments. The Take Pride in America campaign
urges all Americans to help preserve these lands for future
the other 60%?
generations to enjoy."
precious assets
2) On page two, line 2 (insert 2), at the end of the sentence
add
" in promoting voluntary stewardship of our public
lands.
"
3) On page two, third line up from the bottom (insert 3),
strike the second sentence of the last paragraph and the
first two paragraphs on page three and add the following:
"But let me give you just two examples of what it means to
"Take Pride in America": take Pat Mitchell [have her
stand]; as a volunteer, Pat travels around the State of
Alabama performing as "Auntie Litter and the Pollution
Patrol," teaching schools, churches, and other organizations
about the new 3 R's: reuse, reduce waste, and recycle. Her
message, brought to hundreds throughout the state, is that
there are many things that individual citizens can do to
improve our environment.
"And there is [name to be provided], [have him stand],
representing the Norris Square Park Patrol, an organization
working in one of the most deprived areas of Philadelphia.
The 35 youngsters that make up this patrol, aged between 10
and 18 years, work several hours each day cleaning Norris
Square Park, picking up and recycling broken glass, planting
trees and flowers, and painting park benches. Their patrols
discourage vandals and others who might otherwise abuse the
park and its visitors. The 6-acre park had been a haven for
criminals and drug addicts, but now preschoolers can play
there without fear."
"Each of you Take Pride in America award winners here today
have stories of equal accomplishment, and are equally worthy
of this recognition."
4)
On page three, strike last line and insert "And now I will
turn the program over to Secretary Lujan, who has two
special awards to present."
3
First, there's station WJBK-TV in Michigan, and their Rouge
River rescue campaign -- which has turned a threatened river into
a source of beauty and pride. And second, the Boy Scouts of
Montana and their Project Good Turn, who've turned citizens out
all across the state, collecting over 5,000 tons of litter in
five years.
Today, with great pride, we induct these two groups as
charter members in the Take Pride in America Hall of Fame 11
You know, one of my predecessors, Calvin Coolidge, once said
"No person was ever honored for what he received. Honor has been
the reward for what he gave." And so it is with all of you, who
eagerly and actively take pride in America.
At
Thank you for your vision, your determination, and the
inspiration you give us all.
[
And now we have some awards to present
]]
4
# # #
(Lange/Simon)
91 JUL 15 Pii 18
July 15, 1991
1:00 P.M.
[PRIDE. DOC]
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
TAKE PRIDE IN AMERICA EVENT
THE ROSE GARDEN
MONDAY, JULY 22, 1991
4:00 P.M.
[[ Sorry if I'm a little late takes a while to fill out all
those frequent-flyer forms. ]]
To Manuel Lujan, who's been such a driving force for
volunteerism and public land stewardship; to Linda Evans, who's
done so much for the Take Pride in America program -- to all of
you: welcome to the White House.
It's great to be back on home soil today -- and what better
way to come home, after visiting distant lands, than to recognize
INSERT
Americans who take pride in America.
1
This great country of ours believes firmly in the power of
the individual -- the idea that every one of us has special gifts
and special responsibilities. We all have something to offer.
Every day, everywhere in America -- people find ways to make
a difference. We call these people "Points of Light" -- and in
your service to our shared environment, all of you who take pride
in America shine broadly and brilliantly.
The public resources you've worked to preserve and protect
-- the parks you've adopted, the beaches and rivers you've
cleaned and reclaimed, the children you've taught -- these
represent a legacy for future generations that every one of you
works to serve, and every one of you serves well.
CONFIENED
2
iN PUBLIC voluntary LANDS OF OR
This morning, 121 of you received well-earned recognition
for your commitment and your achievements And I want to offer
my congratulations, and my admiration, to each of you.
I've asked all Americans to make community service a regular
part of their lives. Americans reaching out to others -- giving
of their time and their talents -- we honor them today, as the
kind of people who make America the greatest land of promise on
the face of God's green earth.
If such values, and such commitment, make such a difference
-- and I believe they do -- how important it is, that we teach
these values to our children. That's why I'm especially pleased
CONFIRMED
that so many educators and youth groups are with us today. For
so often, what children learn, they end up teaching the rest of
us.
That alone may be one reason the volume of recycling in
America is up 30 percent over the last two years alone. Here at
the White House, we've started a recycling program -- which only
proves you can teach an old dog new tricks.
[[ That goes for Millie, too. Last time I threw a stick out on
the lawn and said "fetch," she stalked off and had me written up
for littering. 11 But then I expect you'll read all about it in
her next book. 11 ]]
This afternoon, among so many special groups, I can't
-
possibly recognize all of WSERT you ^ So instead I want to recognize
two who symbolize the best in all of you -- both of them five
time winners of Take Pride in America awards.
(Lange/Simon)
July 17, 1991
12:30 P.M.
[PRIDE.DOG
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
TAKE PRIDE IN AMERICA EVENT
THE ROSE GARDEN
MONDAY, JULY 22, 1991
4:00 P.M.
[[ Sorry if I'm a little late takes a while to fill out all
those frequent-flyer forms. ]]
To Manuel Lujan, who's been such a driving force for
volunteerism and public land stewardship; to Linda Evans, who's
done so much for the Take Pride in America program -- to all of
you: welcome to the White House.
It's great to be back on home soil today -- and what better
way to come home, after visiting distant lands, than to recognize
Americans who take pride in America: our millions of acres of
forests, parks, wildlife preserves and beaches, and our historic
buildings and monuments. The Take Pride in America campaign
urges all Americans to help preserve this precious heritage for
future generations to enjoy.
This great country of ours believes firmly in the power of
the individual -- the idea that every one of us has special gifts
and special responsibilities. We all have something to offer.
Every day, everywhere in America -- people find ways to make
a difference. We call these people "Points of Light" -- and in
your service to our shared environment, all of you who take pride
in America shine broadly and brilliantly.
The public resources you've worked to preserve and protect
2
-- the parks you've adopted, the rivers you've cleaned and
reclaimed, the children you've taught -- these represent a legacy
for future generations that every one of you works to serve.
This morning, 121 of you received well-earned recognition
for your commitment and your achievements in promoting voluntary
stewardship of our public lands. And I want to offer my
congratulations, and my admiration, to each of you.
I've asked all Americans to make community service a regular
part of their lives. Americans reaching out to others -- giving
of their time and their talents -- we honor them today, as the
kind of people who make America the greatest land of promise on
the face of God's green earth.
If such values, and such commitment, make such a difference
-- and I believe they do -- how important it is, that we teach
these values to our children. That's why I'm especially pleased
that so many educators and youth groups are with us today. So
often, what children learn, they end up teaching the rest of us.
That alone may be one reason the volume of recycling in
America is up 30 percent over the last two years alone. Here at
the White House, we've started a program that's recycled 77 tons
of newspapers, 30 tons of office paper, and 154,000 aluminum cans
-- which only proves you can teach an old dog new tricks.
[[ That goes for Millie, too. Last time I threw a stick out on
the lawn and said "fetch," she stalked off and had me written up
for littering. 11 But then I expect you'll read all about it in
her next "lick and tell" book. 11 ]]
3
This afternoon, among so many special groups, I can't
possibly recognize all of you. But let me offer just two
examples of what it means to "Take Pride in America": take Pat
Mitchell [[ have her stand 11. As a volunteer, she travels
around the State of Alabama as "Auntie Litter and the Pollution
Patrol" -- teaching schools, churches and other groups about the
new Three R's: reuse, reduce waste, and recycle. She's showing
people the many things they can do to improve our environment.
Then there's [name to come], of the Norris Square Park
Patrol, a group working in one of the most deprived areas of
Philadelphia. The 35 youngsters who make up this patrol, from 10
to 18 years old, work several hours each day cleaning the park,
picking up and recycling broken glass, planting trees and
flowers, and painting park benches. The patrols have discouraged
vandals, and what was once a haven for crime and drugs has became
a place where preschoolers can play without fear.
Each of you award winners here today have stories of equal
accomplishment -- equally worthy of recognition -- that deserve
to be emulated across the nation.
You know, one of my predecessors, Calvin Coolidge, once said
"No person was ever honored for what he received. Honor has been
the reward for what he gave." And so it is with all of you, who
eagerly and actively take pride in America. Thank you all -- and
God bless you.
And now I'll turn the program over to Secretary Lujan, who
has two special awards to present.
Document No. 254139SS
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
91 JUL 17 P12: 42
DATE:
7/15/91
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
WEDNESDAY, 7/17/91 NC
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: TAKE PRIDE IN AMERICA EVENT
THE ROSE GARDEN
SUBJECT:
MONDAY, JULY 22 - 4:00 p.m.
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
PETERSMEYER
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BRADY
SMITH
BROMLEY
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
DEMAREST
SNOW
FITZWATER
GRAY
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments directly to Tony Snow, Rm. 122, x2930,
no later than NOON , WEDNESDAY, JULY 17, with a copy to this
office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
on
T8
PHILLIP D. BRADY
Assistant to the President
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 2702
(Lange/Simon)
91 JUL 15 Pii 2: 18
July 15, 1991
1:00 P.M.
[PRIDE.DOC]
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
TAKE PRIDE IN AMERICA EVENT
THE ROSE GARDEN
MONDAY, JULY 22, 1991
4:00 P.M.
[[
Sorry if I'm a little late
takes a while to fill out all
those frequent-flyer forms. ]]
To Manuel Lujan, who's been such a driving force for
volunteerism and public land stewardship; to Linda Evans, who's
done so much for the Take Pride in America program -- to all of
you: welcome to the White House.
It's great to be back on home soil today -- and what better
way to come home, after visiting distant lands, than to recognize
Americans who take pride in America.
This great country of ours believes firmly in the power of
the individual -- the idea that every one of us has special gifts
and special responsibilities. We all have something to offer.
Every day, everywhere in America -- people find ways to make
a difference. We call these people "Points of Light" -- and in
your service to our shared environment, all of you who take pride
in America shine broadly and brilliantly.
The public resources you've worked to preserve and protect
-- the parks you've adopted, the beaches and rivers you've
cleaned and reclaimed, the children you've taught -- these
represent a legacy for future generations that every one of you
works to serve, and every one of you serves well.
2
This morning, 121 of you received well-earned recognition
for your commitment and your achievements. And I want to offer
my congratulations, and my admiration, to each of you.
I've asked all Americans to make community service a regular
part of their lives. Americans reaching out to others -- giving
of their time and their talents -- we honor them today, as the
kind of people who make America the greatest land of promise on
the face of God's green earth.
If such values, and such commitment, make such a difference
and I believe they do -- how important it is, that we teach
these values to our children. That's why I'm especially pleased
that so many educators and youth groups are with us today. For
so often, what children learn, they end up teaching the rest of
us.
That alone may be one reason the volume of recycling in
America is up 30 percent over the last two years alone. Here at
the White House, we've started a recycling program -- which only
proves you can teach an old dog new tricks.
[[ That goes for Millie, too. Last time I threw a stick out on
the lawn and said "fetch," she stalked off and had me written up
for littering. 11 But then I expect you'll read all about it in
her next book. 11 ]]
This afternoon, among so many special groups, I can't
possibly recognize all of you. So instead I want to recognize
two who symbolize the best in all of you -- both of them five-
time winners of Take Pride in America awards.
3
First, there's station WJBK-TV in Michigan, and their Rouge
River rescue campaign -- which has turned a threatened river into
a source of beauty and pride. And second, the Boy Scouts of
Montana and their Project Good Turn, who've turned citizens out
all across the state, collecting over 5,000 tons of litter in
five years.
Today, with great pride, we induct these two groups as
charter members in the Take Pride in America Hall of Fame.
You know, one of my predecessors, Calvin Coolidge, once said
"No person was ever honored for what he received. Honor has been
the reward for what he gave." " And so it is with all of you, who
eagerly and actively take pride in America.
Thank you for your vision, your determination, and the
inspiration you give us all.
[[
And now we have some awards to present
]]
# # #
Document No. 254139SS
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
91 JUL 17 A9: 29
DATE: 7/15/91
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: WEDNESDAY, 7/17/91 NO
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: TAKE PRIDE IN AMERICA EVENT
THE ROSE GARDEN
SUBJECT:
MONDAY, JULY 22 - 4:00 p.m.
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
PETERSMEYER
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BRADY
SMITH
BROMLEY
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
DEMAREST
SNOW
FITZWATER
GRAY
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments directly to Tony Snow, Rm. 122, x2930,
no later than NOON , WEDNESDAY, JULY 17, with a copy to this
office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
A
PHILLIP D. BRADY
Assistant to the President
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 2702
(Lange/Simon)
91 JUL 15 Pii 2: 18
July 15, 1991
1:00 P.M.
[PRIDE.
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
TAKE PRIDE IN AMERICA EVENT
THE ROSE GARDEN
MONDAY, JULY 22, 1991
4:00 P.M.
[[
Sorry if I'm a little late
takes a while to fill outball
those frequent-flyer forms. ]]
To Manuel Lujan, who's been such a driving force for
volunteerism and public land stewardship; to Linda Evans, who's
done so much for the Take Pride in America program -- to all of
you: welcome to the White House.
It's great to be back on home soil today -- and what better
way to come home, after visiting distant lands, than to recognize
Americans who take pride in America.
This great country of ours believes firmly in the power of
the individual -- the idea that every one of us has special gifts
and special responsibilities. We all have something to offer.
Every day, everywhere in America -- people find ways to make
a difference. We call these people "Points of Light" -- and in
your service to our shared environment, all of you who take pride
in America shine broadly and brilliantly.
The public resources you've worked to preserve and protect
-- the parks you've adopted, the beaches and rivers you've
cleaned and reclaimed, the children you've taught -- these
represent a legacy for future generations that every one of you
works to serve, and every one of you serves well.
2
This morning, 121 of you received well-earned recognition
for your commitment and your achievements. And I want to offer
my congratulations, and my admiration, to each of you.
I've asked all Americans to make community service a regular
part of their lives. Americans reaching out to others -- giving
of their time and their talents -- we honor them today, as the
kind of people who make America the greatest land of promise on
the face of God's green earth.
If such values, and such commitment, make such a difference
-- and I believe they do -- how important it is, that we teach
these values to our children. That's why I'm especially pleased
that so many educators and youth groups are with us today. For
so often, what children learn, they end up teaching the rest of
us.
That alone may be one reason the volume of recycling in
America is up 30 percent over the last two years alone. Here at
the White House, we've started a recycling program -- which only
proves you can teach an old dog new tricks.
[[ That goes for Millie, too. Last time I threw a stick out on
the lawn and said "fetch," she stalked off and had me written up:
for littering. 11 But then I expect you'll read all about it in :
her next book. 11 ]]
This afternoon, among so many special groups, I can't
possibly recognize all of you. So instead I want to recognize
two who symbolize the best in all of you -- both of them five-
time winners of Take Pride in America awards.
3
First, there's station WJBK-TV in Michigan, and their Rouge
River rescue campaign -- which has turned a threatened river into
a source of beauty and pride. And second, the Boy Scouts of
Montana and their Project Good Turn, who've turned citizens out
all across the state, collecting over 5,000 tons of litter in
five years.
Today, with great pride, we induct these two groups as
charter members in the Take Pride in America Hall of Fame. 11
You know, one of my predecessors, Calvin Coolidge, once said
"No person was ever honored for what he received. Honor has been
the reward for what he gave." And so it is with all of you, who
eagerly and actively take pride in America.
Thank you for your vision, your determination, and the
inspiration you give us all.
[[
And now we have some awards to present
]]
# # #
91 JUL 19
stabled
(Lange/Simon)
July 15, 1991
1:00 P.M.
[PRIDE.DOC]
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
TAKE PRIDE IN AMERICA EVENT
THE ROSE GARDEN
MONDAY, JULY 22, 1991
4:00 P.M.
[[ Sorry if I'm a little late takes a while to fill out all
those frequent-flyer forms. ]]
To Manuel Lujan, who's been such a driving force for
volunteerism and public land stewardship; to Linda Evans, who's
done so much for the Take Pride in America program -- to all of
you: welcome to the White House.
It's great to be back on home soil today -- and what better
way to come home, after visiting distant lands, than to recognize
Americans who take pride in America.
This great country of ours believes firmly in the power of
the individual -- the idea that every one of us has special gifts
and special responsibilities. We all have something to offer.
Every day, everywhere in America -- people find ways to make
a difference. We call these people "Points of Light" -- and in
your service to our shared environment, all of you who take pride
in America shine broadly and brilliantly.
The public resources you've worked to preserve and protect
-- the parks you've adopted, the beaches and rivers you've
cleaned and reclaimed, the children you've taught -- these
represent a legacy for future generations that every one of you
works to serve, and every one of you serves well.
2
This morning, 121 of you received well-earned recognition
for your commitment and your achievements. And I want to offer
my congratulations, and my admiration, to each of you.
I've asked all Americans to make community service a regular
part of their lives. Americans reaching out to others -- giving
of their time and their talents -- we honor them today, as the
kind of people who make America the greatest land of promise on
the face of God's green earth.
If such values, and such commitment, make such a difference
-- and I believe they do -- how important it is, that we teach
these values to our children. That's why I'm especially pleased
that so many educators and youth groups are with us today. For
so often, what children learn, they end up teaching the rest of
us.
That alone may be one reason the volume of recycling in
America is up 30 percent over the last two years alone. Here at
the White House, we've started a recycling program -- which only
proves you can teach an old dog new tricks.
[[ That goes for Millie, too. Last time I threw a stick out on
the lawn and said "fetch," she stalked off and had me written up
for littering. 11 But then I expect you'll read all about it in
her next book. ]]
This afternoon, among so many special groups, I can't
possibly recognize all of you. So instead I want to recognize
two who symbolize the best in all of you -- both of them five-
time winners of Take Pride in America awards.
3
First, there's station WJBK-TV in Michigan, and their Rouge
River rescue campaign -- which has turned a threatened river into
a source of beauty and pride. And second, the Boy Scouts of
Montana and their Project Good Turn, who've turned citizens out
all across the state, collecting over 5,000 tons of litter in
five years.
Today, with great pride, we induct these two groups as
charter members in the Take Pride in America Hall of Fame. 11
You know, one of my predecessors, Calvin Coolidge, once said
"No person was ever honored for what he received. Honor has been
the reward for what he gave. " And so it is with all of you, who
eagerly and actively take pride in America.
Thank you for your vision, your determination, and the
inspiration you give us all.
[[ And now we have some awards to present
]]
# # #
(Lange/Simon)
July 15, 1991
1:00 P.M.
[PRIDE.
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
TAKE PRIDE IN AMERICA EVENT
THE ROSE GARDEN
MONDAY, JULY 22, 1991
4:00 P.M.
[[ Sorry if I'm a little late takes a while to fill out all
those frequent-flyer forms. ]]
To Manuel Lujan, who's been such a driving force for
volunteerism and public land stewardship; to Linda Evans, who's
done so much for the Take Pride in America program -- to all of
you: welcome to the White House.
It's great to be back on home soil today -- and what better
way to come home, after visiting distant lands, than to recognize
Americans who take pride in America.
This great country of ours believes firmly in the power of
the individual -- the idea that every one of us has special gifts
and special responsibilities. We all have something to offer.
Every day, everywhere in America -- people find ways to make
a difference. We call these people "Points of Light" -- and in
your service to our shared environment, all of you who take pride
in America shine broadly and brilliantly.
The public resources you've worked to preserve and protect
-- the parks you've adopted, the beaches and rivers you've
cleaned and reclaimed, the children you've taught -- these
represent a legacy for future generations that every one of you
works to serve, and every one of you serves well.
2
This morning, 121 of you received well-earned recognition
for your commitment and your achievements. And I want to offer
my congratulations, and my admiration, to each of you.
I've asked all Americans to make community service a regular
part of their lives. Americans reaching out to others -- giving
of their time and their talents -- we honor them today, as the
kind of people who make America the greatest land of promise on
the face of God's green earth.
If such values, and such commitment, make such a difference
-- and I believe they do -- how important it is, that we teach
these values to our children. That's why I'm especially pleased
that so many educators and youth groups are with us today. For
so often, what children learn, they end up teaching the rest of
us.
That alone may be one reason the volume of recycling in
America is up 30 percent over the last two years alone. Here at
the White House, we've started a recycling program -- which only
proves you can teach an old dog new tricks.
[[ That goes for Millie, too. Last time I threw a stick out on
the lawn and said "fetch," she stalked off and had me written up
for littering. 11 But then I expect you'll read all about it in
her next book. ]]
This afternoon, among so many special groups, I can't
possibly recognize all of you. So instead I want to recognize
two who symbolize the best in all of you -- both of them five-
time winners of Take Pride in America awards.
3
First, there's station WJBK-TV in Michigan, and their Rouge
River rescue campaign -- which has turned a threatened river into
a source of beauty and pride. And second, the Boy Scouts of
Montana and their Project Good Turn, who've turned citizens out
all across the state, collecting over 5,000 tons of litter in
five years.
Today, with great pride, we induct these two groups as
charter members in the Take Pride in America Hall of Fame. 11
You know, one of my predecessors, Calvin Coolidge, once said
"No person was ever honored for what he received. Honor has been
the reward for what he gave." And so it is with all of you, who
eagerly and actively take pride in America.
Thank you for your vision, your determination, and the
inspiration you give us all.
[[ And now we have some awards to present.. ]]
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THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
July 17, 1991
MEMORANDUM FOR TONY SNOW
FROM:
ROGER B. PORTER
RBP
SUBJECT:
Presidential Remarks: Take Pride in America
Event
We have reviewed the attached draft and have no suggested
changes from a policy standpoint. We approve of the draft
remarks in their current form.
CC: Phillip D. Brady
Document No. 254139SS
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE:
7/15/91
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: WEDNESDAY, 7/17/91 NO
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: TAKE PRIDE IN AMERICA EVENT
THE ROSE GARDEN
SUBJECT:
MONDAY, JULY 22 - 4:00 p.m.
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
PETERSMEYER
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
BRADY
SMITH
BROMLEY
UNTERMEYER
CARD
ROGERS
DEMAREST
SNOW
FITZWATER
GRAY
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments directly to Tony Snow, Rm. 122, x2930,
no later than NOON , WEDNESDAY, JULY 17, with a copy to this
office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
PHILLIP D. BRADY
Assistant to the President
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 2702
(Lange/Simon)
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July 15, 1991
1:00 P.M.
[PRIDE.DOC]
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
TAKE PRIDE IN AMERICA EVENT
THE ROSE GARDEN
MONDAY, JULY 22, 1991
4:00 P.M.
[[
Sorry if I'm a little late
takes a while to fill out all
those frequent-flyer forms. ]]
To Manuel Lujan, who's been such a driving force for
volunteerism and public land stewardship; to Linda Evans, who's
done so much for the Take Pride in America program -- to all of
you: welcome to the White House.
It's great to be back on home soil today -- and what better
way to come home, after visiting distant lands, than to recognize
Americans who take pride in America.
This great country of ours believes firmly in the power of.
the individual -- the idea that every one of us has special gifts
and special responsibilities. We all have something to offer.
Every day, everywhere in America -- people find ways to make
a difference. We call these people "Points of Light" -- and in
your service to our shared environment, all of you who take pride
in America shine broadly and brilliantly.
The public resources you've worked to preserve and protect
-- the parks you've adopted, the beaches and rivers you've
cleaned and reclaimed, the children you've taught -- these
represent a legacy for future generations that every one of you
works to serve, and every one of you serves well.
2
This morning, 121 of you received well-earned recognition
for your commitment and your achievements. And I want to offer
my congratulations, and my admiration, to each of you.
I've asked all Americans to make community service a regular
part of their lives. Americans reaching out to others -- giving
of their time and their talents -- we honor them today, as the
kind of people who make America the greatest land of promise on
the face of God's green earth.
If such values, and such commitment, make such a difference
-- and I believe they do -- how important it is, that we teach
these values to our children. That's why I'm especially pleased
that so many educators and youth groups are with us today. For
so often, what children learn, they end up teaching the rest of
us.
That alone may be one reason the volume of recycling in
America is up 30 percent over the last two years alone. Here at
the White House, we've started a recycling program -- which only
proves you can teach an old dog new tricks.
[[ That goes for Millie, too. Last time I threw a stick out on
the lawn and said "fetch," she stalked off and had me written up
for littering. 11 But then I expect you'll read all about it in
her next book. 11 ]]
This afternoon, among so many special groups, I can't
possibly recognize all of you. So instead I want to recognize
two who symbolize the best in all of you -- both of them five-
time winners of Take Pride in America awards.
3
First, there's station WJBK-TV in Michigan, and their Rouge
River rescue campaign -- which has turned a threatened river into
a source of beauty and pride. And second, the Boy Scouts of
Montana and their Project Good Turn, who've turned citizens out
all across the state, collecting over 5,000 tons of litter in
five years.
Today, with great pride, we induct these two groups as
charter members in the Take Pride in America Hall of Fame. 11
You know, one of my predecessors, Calvin Coolidge, once said
"No person was ever honored for what he received. Honor has been
the reward for what he gave." And so it is with all of you, who
eagerly and actively take pride in America.
Thank you for your vision, your determination, and the
inspiration you give us all.
[[ And now we have some awards to present
]]
# # #