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Apply to join the tenth class of #PLScholars now through July 14: presidentialleadershipscholars.org/apply/

“Defining the Next Era of Democracy and Public Diplomacy”

Bush Institute President and CEO Ken Hersh will speak at the Milken Institute 2024 Global Conference.

NOW LIVE:
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Bush Institute President and CEO Ken Hersh to speak at the Milken Institute 2024 Global Conference: “Defining the Next Era of Democracy and Public Diplomacy”

Watch live at 10:30 CT:
milkeninstitute.org/panel/15348/de…

LAST CHANCE: Overflow tickets are still available!

Mrs. Laura Bush is excited to welcome Heather Morris to the Bush Center for the sixth “Laura Bush Book Club” edition of Engage at the Bush Center on May 14. Morris is the author of three novels, including The Tattooist of…

“Given the scale of the challenges we face, it’s probably not surprising that some Americans are choosing, once again, to turn their faces inward. But ignoring the world would be a dangerous mistake – one neither the United States nor other countries can afford.”
— Jonathan…

'Vladimir Kara-Murza has been selected a winner of this year’s Pulitzer Prize for International Reporting. Kara-Murza is a prominent opposition leader currently serving a 25-year sentence on politically-motivated charges,' says Bush Institute's Executive Director David Kramer.…

Happy #TeacherAppreciationWeek ! We are pleased to offer ongoing free admission to the George W. Bush Presidential Museum for eligible K-12 educators.

Learn more and plan your visit: bushcenter.org/plan-your-visi…

'So what can we do about it? Minnesota recently passed a law banning deepfakes created to influence our elections. A violator can be fined or even imprisoned for partaking in efforts to misinform the public. Similar legislation in other states is promising.' — Bush Institute's…

Today, the George W. Bush Institute announced the newest class selected to participate in the Stand-To Veteran Leadership Program, a first-of-its-kind initiative aimed at bold leaders from diverse sectors across the country – including civilians, veterans, and active-duty…

The invisible wounds veterans, service members and their families face are real. Check-In makes it easy to connect with mental and brain health care professionals who understand what you’re going through.

Learn more about #VeteranCheckIn here:
veterancheckin.org

'The $61 billion in U.S. support for #Ukraine signed by the president Wednesday has the potential to both save the Ukrainian state and deter further Russian aggression against Europe and #NATO allies,' says Bush Institute's Igor Khrestin with guest author Elizabeth Hoffman.

Read…

On the latest episode of The #Strategerist , David French, writer and columnist for The New York Times, discusses the “exhausted majority” of Americans today who are tired of toxic polarization, the sometimes dangerous reactions he’s received from his writing, and why instilling a sense of…

This week is #VolunteerAppreciationWeek . Today we a recognize our wonderful docents who play a critical role in our mission to cultivate a better understanding of the Presidency and American history, the importance of public service, and significant public policy issues.

Suzi…

Eleven years ago today, the George W. Bush Presidential Center was dedicated to the American people. Five presidents gathered to commemorate the special day. Today their remarks still ring true.

Watch the 2013 dedication ceremony:
bushcenter.org/events-and-exh…

David J. Kramer, Executive Director of the Bush Institute, explains the importance of the passage of the U.S. support package for #Ukraine .

He explains how the funds will be used and why it will benefit Americans.

Watch: bushcenter.org/publications/t…

🚨MAY 14 — REGISTER for the Young Professionals Book Exchange and Networking Reception. This event will take place prior to the Laura Bush Book Club “The Tattooist of Auschwitz” Author Heather Morris Engage at the Bush Center presented by NexPoint.

Not a Young Professionals…

Bush Center Young Professionals members are invited to join us for a book exchange and networking reception prior to the Engage at the Bush Center program presented by NexPoint. 📚

Meet your next favorite book at our book exchange where members can bring a gently used book to…

Today is #EARTHDAY 🌎

Celebrate with us by visiting the Laura W. Bush Native Texas Park!

“Many years ago this site would have been a breathtaking Texas prairie. Today the park is planted once again with native habitat for birds, butterflies and other wildlife. Visitors can…

'Supporting others abroad confronts extremism that could ultimately threaten our shores. If we retreat from the world's stage, we will be less secure here at home.' — Ken Hersh, President and CEO of the George W. Bush Presidential Center

Watch the 2024 #ForumOnLeadership …