101. Greek Independence Day, 2002 As we celebrate Greek independence, we remember the history of those who We value our friendship and continuing partnership with the government and http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2002/03/20020325-6.html

Issues Hurricane Relief Homeland Security Judicial Nominations ... RSS Feeds News by Date August 2005 July 2005 June 2005 May 2005 ... January 2001 Interact Ask the White House White House Interactive Appointments Nominations Application Federal Facts Federal Statistics West Wing History Home Proclamation Archives For Immediate Release Office of the Press Secretary March 25, 2002 Greek Independence Day, 2002 A National Day of Celebration of Greek and American Democracy By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Ancient Greece was the birthplace of the democratic principles and thought that fundamentally shaped the growth of democracy in world history. Societies aspiring toward more democratic forms of government have found inspiration in the Greek tradition of representative government and free political discourse. As modern Greece celebrates the anniversary of its independence, won 181 years ago, Greeks can be proud that its vibrant democracy continues and that it is based upon the beliefs in freedom and self-rule first forged in classical Greece over 2500 years ago. These ideals have been embraced by peoples of the world who aspire towards democracy, including the Founders of the United States; and they were tested by the attacks of September 11, 2001. The terrorists sought to destroy a political and economic system that promotes individual freedoms and tolerance, defends national liberty, and supports the full participation of its citizens in the democratic process. The terrorists failed; but rather than destroying us, their attacks strengthen our resolve to stand up to this evil. Along with the members of our worldwide coalition, including Greece, we are committed to defeating terrorism and protecting liberty.

102. The History Channel - Great Speeches: Politics & Government Listen to history being made. Click on a link below to hear one of this a dashing young prince from the Greek royal family, in a lavish wedding at http://www.historychannel.com/speeches/artent1.html

Listen to history being made. Click on a link below to hear one of this week's featured speeches. G-L M-Q R-Z Hank Aaron On April 8, 1974, "Hammerin' Hank" Aaron hit his 715th career home run, surpassing Babe Ruth's legendary record. Two months later, in an address before Congress, the African American player declared, " I have been aiming at the flag, in more ways than one. Spiro Agnew Vice President Agnew was a harsh critic of the antiwar and counterculture movements of the late 1960s and early '70s, which he deemed unpatriotic and pretentious. Irving Berlin Composer Irving Berlin discussed the contribution of Stephen Foster composer of such classic songs as "Oh! Susanna," "Camptown Races," and "My Old Kentucky Home"to American popular music. Tony Blair On August 31, 1997, the world mourned when Lady Diana Spencer, the former wife of Charles, Prince of Wales, was killed in a car accident in Paris. Prime Minister Blair expressed sadness at the loss of the " people's princess. Benjamin Britten Benjamin Britten was Britain's leading composer of the 20th century.

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