'The
21st century poses many challenges and opportunities for our nation
and the world. As our next generation of leaders, you will have
responsibilities in determining how these issues are addressed.
I commend you for taking the initiative to prepare for these future
challenges by examining firsthand how our democratic process works.
As you meet with people in government, the military, media and business,
you can gain a deeper understanding of how public policy and law
are shaped in America. These experiences should prove both informative
and inspirational as you go on to pursue careers or other opportunities
in public and community service. The Presidential Classroom program
will help you develop the knowledge, skills and wisdom you will
need to guide our world to a brighter tomorrow.' George W. Bush
President of the United States of America
