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For these reasons, I wholly agree with the sentiments underlying this congressional repudiation of a totally counterproductive UNGA resolution. By signing S.J. Res. 246, I add my full endorsement as President of the United States, and the person charged by the Constitution with maintaining the foreign relations of this Nation, to this otherwise nonbinding expression of congressional sentiment.

At this time, I also want to reaffirm U.S. determination to pursue efforts toward a comprehensive, just, and lasting Middle East peace. In our view, this peace must be achieved on the basis of United Nations Security Council Resolutions 242 and 338 and the principle of territory for peace. It must provide for Israel's security and recognition and for Palestinian political rights. We strongly hope that Israelis, Palestinians, and the Arab states will take the necessary steps to create an environment in which a viable peace process can thrive.

The White House,

June 29, 1990.

George Bush

Note: S.J. Res. 246, approved June 29, was assigned Public Law No. 101-317.

Proclamation 6153-National Literacy Day, 1990

June 29, 1990

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

Our future depends on education, and education begins with literacy. Millions of Americans are not sufficiently literate to function fully in our society from day to day. These individuals can be found not only in prisons and juvenile court, and on welfare and unemployment lines, but also on the job and at the heads of familiestrying their best but lacking the skills they need to realize their greatest dreams for themselves and for their children.

Many American students are at risk because their families cannot support their efforts to learn. At risk, too, are the United States' strength and productivity. Because

literacy is essential for workers to gain the knowledge and skills their jobs require, it is essential to keeping American business and industry competitive.

If the United States is to remain a free, strong, and prosperous country, and a force for good in the world, we must cultivate the talent and potential of all our people-in the work place, in our families, and in our communities. Indeed, that is why we have included improved literacy among our national education goals. My Administration and the Nation's Governors are working hard to ensure that, by the year 2000, every adult American will be literate and possess the knowledge and skills necessary to compete in a global economy.

Joining their Federal, State, and local governments in efforts to promote literacy are thousands of professional educators, volunteers, business and community leaders, religious organizations, and labor associations. By providing tutoring, job training, and other educational opportunities, these concerned men and women are helping undereducated Americans to discover the unlimited rewards of literacy and learning. It is fitting that we set aside a day to salute them and their students-for their dedication and hard work. In so doing, let us also note that each of us has a stake in building a more literate America.

To focus attention on the importance of literacy, the Congress, by Senate Joint Resolution 320, has designated July 2, 1990, as "National Literacy Day" and has authorized and requested the President to issue a proclamation in observance of that day.

Now, Therefore, I, George Bush, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim July 2, 1990, as National Literacy Day. I call upon the people of the United States to observe that day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.

In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-ninth day of June, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and ninety, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fourteenth.

George Bush

[Filed with the Office of the Federal Register, 11:14 a.m., July 2, 1990]

Points of Light Recognition Program

The President named the following individuals and institutions as exemplars of his commitment to making community service central to the life and work of every Ameri

can.

June 23

First African Methodist Episcopal Church (First AME), of Los Angeles, CA. Members of First AME encourage young people to stay away from drugs and crime. With the help of the 25 community service programs, the crime rate has dropped significantly in the neighborhood surrounding the church. The substance abuse program counsels those with addictions, refers them to the proper professionals, assists them in seeking employment after treatment, and offers emotional support. The Taking Our Community Back program places church members on the streets during the peak hours of drug trafficking, whereby those in need can learn about church programs and receive words of encouragement. The homeless program provides meals, health screening, tutoring, counseling, blankets, and clothing. The Youth Lock-In program encourages living a life of positive values. The youth are literally locked in the church for 24 hours with member volunteers, where they are exposed to inspirational speeches, seminars, videos, encounter groups, and message plays.

June 25

Capt. Al Lewis, of Philadelphia, PA. Captain Lewis, the commander of the 22d District Police Department, has initiated a program in his neighborhood whereby police officers tutor students in basic reading and writing. Captain Lewis also established a public library in response to the need to increase literacy and promote neighborhood unity. The library, located at the James Weldon Johnson Housing Project, was built by Captain Lewis and other police officers and holds over 30,000 books. Along with other officers, he is currently working to establish another library at the PerkinsMorris Homeless Shelter and other public housing projects.

June 26

Interfaith Ministries, Inc., of Wichita Falls, TX. Interfaith Ministries is a cooperative effort be

tween more than 45 churches and congregations, with over 150 volunteers supporting a variety of initiatives. The program offers food and emergency assistance for rent, utility, and medical bills. In addition, the program offers spiritual, emotional, and financial counseling. More than 200 families receive services from the Interfaith Ministries each month.

June 27

Alice Oakley, of Kennewick, WA. Ms. Oakley, who suffers from spinal fusion, has not been deterred by her physical disability. Although she spends much of her time in a wheelchair, she serves as the volunteer director of Penny's Place, a halfway house for women who are addicted to drugs and alcohol. Here she teaches cooking and provides employment and rehabilitation counseling. Ms. Oakley also bakes and sells breads and cakes, using the proceeds to continue the operation of the house.

June 28

Let's Help, of Topeka, KS. Let's Help offers emergency assistance to those in need. The organization is supported by annual donations of $3.5 million and a large volunteer staff, and coordinates a variety of services. The Lunch Room program provides lunch for 300 people a day, 5 days a week. The literacy program offers tutoring in basic math and reading to adults. The Let's Work program helps individuals develop job skills and assists them with seeking employment. The Let's Play program teaches parenting skills to young mothers. The Let's Help community food bank distributes food to economically disadvantaged individuals 5 days a week, with delivery service available to the homebound. Let's Help also helps pay for rent, medical care, and transportation expenses on an emergency basis.

June 29

Dean Cornett, of Paint Lick, KY. Ms. Cornett realized that many residents could not read, fill out a job application, or qualify for many local jobs. In 1988 she founded Friends of Paint Lick. This organization offers tutoring, General Educational Development (G.E.D.) testing preparation, a public library, clothing and shelter for those in need, and children's reading hours. Ms. Cornett has worked with the University of Eastern Kentucky in establishing a G.E.D preparation class.

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The President met at the White House with:

-John H. Sununu, Chief of Staff to the President; Brent Scowcroft, Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs; and members of the CIA briefing staff; -Foreign Minister Ahmed Esmat Abdel Meguid of Egypt, to discuss the Middle East peace process and the suspension of U.S. talks with the Palestine Liberation Organization;

-police officers from Milton, MA; -the National Collegiate Athletic Association women's championship softball team from the University of California at Los Angeles and the men's championship baseball team from the University of Georgia; -Secretary Cheney;

of Defense

Richard B.

-John H. Sununu, Chief of Staff to the President.

The President announced his intention to appoint John F.W. Rogers to be Chairman of the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation for a term of 4 years expiring June 10, 1993. This is a reappointment. Currently Mr. Rogers serves as executive vice president of the Oliver Carr Co. in Washington, DC.

The President announced his intention to nominate Elmer B. Staats to be a member of the Board of Trustees of the Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation for a term expiring December 10, 1995. This is a reappointment. From 1966 to 1981, Dr. Staats served as Comptroller General of the General Accounting Office in Washington, DC.

The President announced his intention to appoint John Charles Gartland to be a member of the National Council on Vocational Education for a term expiring January 17, 1991. He would succeed Gertrude McDonald. Currently Mr. Gartland serves as director of Washington affairs for the Amway Corp. in Washington, DC.

June 27

The President met at the White House with:

-John H. Sununu, Chief of Staff to the President; Brent Scowcroft, Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs; and members of the CIA briefing staff;

-Secretary of State James A. Baker III; -John H. Sununu, Chief of Staff to the President.

June 28

The President met at the White House with:

-the Vice President; John H. Sununu, Chief of Staff to the President; Brent Scowcroft, Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs; and members of the CIA briefing staff;

-the Vice President, for lunch;

-John H. Sununu, Chief of Staff to the President.

The President announced his intention to reappoint the following individuals to be members of the Advisory Committee for Trade Policy and Negotiations for terms of 2 years:

Allen F. Jacobson, of Minnesota. Mr. Jacobson currently serves as the chairman and chief executive officer of the 3M Co. in St. Paul, MN. John A. Rollwagen, of Minnesota. Mr. Rollwagen currently serves as the chairman and chief executive officer of Cray Research, Inc., in Minneapolis, MN.

Jack Sheinkman, of New York. Mr. Sheinkman currently serves as president of the Amalgamated Clothing and Textile Workers Union, AFL-CIO, CLC, in New York, NY.

Gordon B. Zacks, of Ohio. Mr. Zacks currently serves chairman of the board and chief executive officer of the R.G. Barry Corp., in Columbus, OH.

June 29

The President met at the White House with:

-the Vice President; John H. Sununu, Chief of Staff to the President; Brent Scowcroft, Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs; and members of the CIA briefing staff; -Peter Ueberroth, former commissioner of baseball, and Trammell Crow, major donor to the Republican Party; -Secretary of State James A. Baker III. The President announced his intention to nominate Joyce Elaine Tucker to be a member of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission for the remainder of the term expiring July 1, 1991. She would succeed Clarence Thomas. Currently Mrs. Tucker serves as director of the Illinois Department of Human Rights in Chicago.

The White House announced that the President today approved and sent to the Congress the following fiscal year 1991 budget amendments:

-An increase of $575 thousand for the Office of Personnel Management would expand the operation of the Federal Quality Institute.

-An amendment would provide the National Archives and Records Administration with $879 thousand to cover 50 percent of the proposed January 1991 3.5 percent Federal pay raise.

-An increase of $225 thousand for the Office of Government Ethics would cover the increased workload resulting from the Government Ethics Act of 1989.

-An additional $12 million for the legislative branch would be used to reconstruct the Senate Subway Transportation System, and additional appropriations language for the judiciary would enable an adjustment in the salaries of Justices and judges.

In the afternoon, the President and Mrs. Bush went to their home in Kennebunkport, ME.

Nominations

Submitted to the Senate

The following list does not include promotions of members of the Uniformed Services, nominations to the Service Academies, or nominations of Foreign Service officers.

Michael Martin Skol,

-Budget amendments for the Depart- Submitted June 26 ment of Energy (DOE) would provide an increase of $20.1 million for various energy supply, research, and development programs, and an increase of $27 million for environmental restoration and waste management activities. These increases would be fully offset by

a $47.1 million decrease in atomic energy defense activities, reflecting reduced requirements for naval fuel. Another DOE amendment reduces the estimate of uranium supply and enrichment revenues and reduce total program needs based on lower power

costs.

of Illinois, a career member of the Senior Foreign Service, Class of Minister-Counselor, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Republic of Venezuela.

Elmer B. Staats,

of the District of Columbia, to be a member of the Board of Trustees of the Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation for a term expiring December 10, 1995 (reappointment).

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