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International Education Week, November 15-19
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President Bush Proclaims Veterans Day, 2004

Americans live in freedom because of our veterans' courage, dedication to duty, and love of country. On Veterans Day, we honor these brave men and women who have served in our Armed Forces and defended our Nation. Complete text

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Powell Marks Upcoming International Education Week, Nov. 15-19

Marking November 15-19 as a worldwide celebration of International Education Week, Secretary of State Colin Powell said the United States welcomes foreign students and teachers who choose to participate in exchange programs here.

In an October 15 statement, Powell said, "Throughout America's history, openness has immeasurably enriched our democracy, our culture, our economy, and our nation as a whole" and cited the friendships and partnerships resulting from academic exchanges as important in developing understanding and cooperation between nations.

Powell also encouraged more U.S. students to study abroad.
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Powell Hosts Iftar for Guests from Across the Muslim World

Secretary of State Colin Powell welcomed Muslim students, professionals, clerics and diplomats from across the Muslim world to an Iftar celebration at the State Department November 4. He said that America strives to embrace Ramadan's spirit of hospitality and concern for others. Complete text

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Bush Sends Ramadan Greeting to Muslims Around the World
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National American Indian Heritage Month 2004

As the first people to call our country home, American Indians and Alaska Natives have a noble history in this land and have long shaped our Nation. During National American Indian Heritage Month, we celebrate our commitment to respect and preserve the rich Native American traditions and cultures. Complete text


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10 November 2004 - White House Report, November 10: Iraq, Cabinet Personnel, Iftar, Guest Workers
10 November 2004 - Ashcroft, Evans Leave Bush Cabinet
09 November 2004 - Arab Film Festival in Washington Plays to Sell-Out Crowds
09 November 2004 - Bush Proclaims November 9 World Freedom Day
09 November 2004 - U.S. Treasury Deputy Secretary Bodman Hosts Iftaar
09 November 2004 - Bush Asks Americans To Honor U.S. Veterans
09 November 2004 - White House Report, November 9: Cote d'Ivoire, Guest Workers, France
08 November 2004 - Islamic School Leaders See U.S. Educational Styles First-Hand
08 November 2004 - Muslim and Non-Muslim College Students Share a Day of Fasting
06 November 2004 - U.S. Will Reach Out to Allies and Friends, Bush Says
04 November 2004 - Belarusians Part of OSCE Team that Observed U.S. Elections
03 November 2004 - Ivorian Political Leaders Look at American Model of Moderation
02 November 2004 - African Studies Thriving on U.S. College Campuses, Scholar Says
01 November 2004 - NBA Basketball Players and Hoops4Africa Launch AIDS Campaign
29 October 2004 - Artist Edward Ruscha to Represent U.S. at Venice Biennale
27 October 2004 - Kahlil Gibran Day Celebrated in Boston
27 October 2004 - American Muslims Observe Ramadan Across the United States


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