Apr. 21, 2008 at 11:35am

Small business week named, broadcasted

Calling small business the backbone of the nation's economy, President George W. Bush stressed his administration's efforts to foster "an environment in which the entrepreneurial spirit can thrive" in his proclamation that this week is National Small Business Week. 

The president's proclamation was issued on the eve of the U.S. Small Business Administration's 45th annual observance of National Small Business Week.
 
"In communities across America, small business owners are working hard to turn their dreams into enterprises," Bush said. "Small Business Week is a time to celebrate the many achievements of small business owners, entrepreneurs, and employees who contribute to the vitality and prosperity of our Nation and create new job opportunities for our citizens."
 
The public can " virtually attend" Small Business Week events in New York City and Washington, D.C. events, via the SBA's streaming video.  All events will be available on SBA's free continuous streaming Web site.

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