WHITE HOUSE LUNAR NEW YEAR GREETINGS

[USIA]

USIS Washington File

20 January 1998

TEXT: WHITE HOUSE LUNAR NEW YEAR GREETINGS

(White House welcomes the Year of the Tiger) (180)

Washington -- The following text was issued by the White House January
20:

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THE WHITE HOUSE

Office of the Press Secretary

January 20, 1998

LUNAR NEW YEAR, 1998

Warm greetings to all those celebrating the Lunar New Year.

This joyous occasion celebrates the blessings of family, community,
and a rich and ancient heritage. It is a special time to reflect on
the events of the previous year and to embrace the challenges of the
year ahead. Vibrant with color, lights, dancing, parades, folk music,
and delicious food, the Lunar New Year reminds all of us of the beauty
and variety of Asian culture and of the strength, character, and
achievement that Asian Americans bring to our national life.

As we join you in welcoming the Year of the Tiger, Hillary and I
extend best wishes to all for a new year full of health, happiness,
prosperity, and peace.

WILLIAM J. CLINTON

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