Father’s Day Proclamation 父亲节的演讲（乔治.W.布什）

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       Fathers have indispensable roles to play in the lives of their children:provider,protector,nurturer,teacher,and friend.Every caring father unconditionally loves his sons and daughters and strives for the best for his children in the future.In seeking to give their children the opportunity to succeed,fathers offer needed strength,guidance,and discipline.
       父亲在孩子的生命中扮演着许多不可获缺的重要角色：供养人、保护者、养育者、教师和朋友。每一个体帖的父亲者无条件地爱着他的子女，并为了孩子的将来力求最好。为了给孩子谋求成功的机会，父亲给予了必要的力量、指导与纪律。
    Fathers teach their children many basic things in life:how to read a book,throw a ball,tie a necktie,ride a bike,or drive a car.More importantly,they also help instill time-honored values in their children ,such as hard work,respect,honesty,and good citizenship.Through their words,actions,and sacrifices,fathers play an important role in shaping the characters of their sons and daughters.
    父亲教给孩子许多生活中基本的事情：如何读一本书，如何投球，如何打领带，如何骑自行车，如何开车。更重要的是父亲还把一些传统美德灌输给孩子，例如努力工作、尊重、诚实和良好的公民意识。透过他们的话语、行为，以及所作出的牺牲，父亲在子女的性格塑造中起来举足轻重的作用。
    The time and attention that a father gives to a child is irreplaceable--there is no substitute for the involvement and commitment of a responsible father.Not only are fathers essential to the healthy development of children,they also influence the strength of families and the stability of communities.
    父亲给予孩子的时间和关注是不可取代的--没有什么可以取代一个负责的父亲的参与和投入。父亲不仅对孩子的健康成长至关紧要，还影响着家庭的维系和社区的稳定。
    This Father's Day,we recognize the many fathers who are heroes and role models for their children,and we encourage more men to fulfill this responsibility by loving their sons and daughters with all their heart and demonstrating this love daily.By working together to encourage fathers ,we can strengthen our society and help ensure the well-being of all our children.
    这个父亲节，我们赞美父亲，他们是孩子的英雄和榜样。我们鼓励更多的男同胞们承担起这个责任，全身心地关爱他们的子女，并每天都向子女表达关爱。让我们一起努力来鼓励美国的父亲们做的更好，以此来让我们的社会变得更加强大、我们所有子孙的幸福能够得到保障。