FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Thursday, June 13, 2002
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The White House - USA Freedom Corps
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President Discusses Importance of Service with Corporate Leaders |
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Remarks by the President in Photo Opportunity with Corporate Leaders
The Roosevelt Room
11:17 A.M. EDT
THE PRESIDENT: Thank you all for coming. And I want to thank the—some of
our country's great corporate leaders for joining us in helping to save
people's lives.
These leaders create value for their company, but they're also willing to
work to create values in America. And for that, the country is better off.
You know, there's been a lot of talk about corporate responsibility here in
America, and there needs to be. People who run their businesses need to do so
in a way that treats their employees with respect, and treats the communities
in which they live with respect, as well. And that's precisely what is
happening as—with these companies. These leaders understand that there is more
to just a balance sheet. They understand that value comes from encouraging
their employees to make a difference in somebody's lives.
It's my honor to herald some of the—some of the really true leaders in our
country, and I want to thank them for coming. I want to thank you all for your
vision. I want to thank you for agreeing to work to expand the circle of
corporate America that's willing to commit itself to improving our nation so
that pockets of despair become places of light and hope.
Steve Case is going to say a few comments, and Michael.
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Q A few business related questions, sir? Sir, could we get a business
related question in this morning?
THE PRESIDENT: I'll see you this afternoon.
END 11:22 A.M. EDT
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