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President Bush's State of the Union Letter to Children
January 29, 2002
Dear Young Americans:
Since September 11, 2001, many of you have sent cards, letters,
and drawings to express your love for our great Nation and for
the families of the victims. Thank you for sharing your thoughts
and ideas with me.
I asked you to send a dollar to help the children of Afghanistan in October.
I was moved by the response of our children, and I was particularly touched
by an eight-year-old's desire to "help heal their hearts" by baking and
selling heart-shaped cookies to raise money for the Afghan children.
More than $2 million has been raised so far, and the first shipment of tents,
clothing, and school supplies arrived in Afghanistan in December. Thank you
for your efforts to help those in need. I am proud of you.

The events of last September have reminded us of the value of the things
that matter most in life: our faith, our love for
family and friends, and our Nation's freedoms.
I particularly want you to understand that the war we are fighting
against terrorism is about your future, and the future of our country.
We fight to protect America, so that you and other young Americans can
pursue your dreams and grow up in peace and freedom. We fight for all
freedom-loving people throughout the world.
I recently gave my State of the Union message to Congress,
and this is my message to you: Work hard. Read.
Make the right choices, and follow your dreams.

Mrs. Bush joins me in sending our warmest wishes to you,
your family, and friends. God bless you, and God bless America.

Sincerely,
George W. Bush

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President George W. Bush gave his State of the Union Address to Congress
on January 29, 2002. The speech was broadcast on television and radio.
A replay of the speech is available on whitehouse.gov/stateoftheunion.