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Proclamation 8452

World Freedom Day, 2009

President Obama proclaimed November 9, 2009 as World Freedom Day to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall. The proclamation calls on Americans to observe the day with ceremonies and activities reaffirming dedication to freedom and democracy.

Federal Register Open PDF 74 FR 58531

Impact dates

  1. World Freedom Day observed

Key directives

  • Proclaim November 9, 2009 as World Freedom Day
  • Call upon people of the United States to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities

Timeline

Immediate

  • Proclamation takes effect upon signing; November 9, 2009 designated as World Freedom Day

Near term (90d)

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Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 8452: World Freedom Day, 2009 · Executive Orders