George W. Bush Presidential Center
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A Weekly Digest from the George W. Bush Presidential Center
June 9, 2023
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Answering the call
“Our democracy isn’t perfect, but it’s the best system of government ever devised by man, and we must work to perfect it. Democracy is about being a citizen, not a spectator.” – Ken Hersh ([link removed]) , President and CEO of the Bush Center, in an op-ed for Real Clear Politics

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Leading the charge: A conversation with Rep. Mike Gallagher
In an exclusive interview, Jonathan Tepperman ([link removed]) , Editor-in-Chief of The Catalyst and Senior Fellow at the Bush Institute, speaks with Rep. Mike Gallagher, Republican of Wisconsin
Congress’ new point man on China explains the art of deterrence, selective decoupling, and how to get tough while avoiding war ([link removed]) arrow
Bush Institute announces 2023 Stand-To Veteran Leadership Program Scholars
First-of-its-kind initiative aimed at bold leaders from across the country – including civilians, veterans, and active military – who are supporting our Nation’s military-connected community
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Authoritarian regimes take advantage of U.S. lobbying laws. We need to stop them.
Article by Albert Torres ([link removed]) , Associate of Freedom and Democracy at the Bush Institute
Read how corrupt foreign leaders use loopholes in U.S. law to further their American interests ([link removed]) arrow
Democracy, Freedom, and Fun: Trivia Night at the Bush Center
Win prizes and bragging rights in a trivia competition at this Engage at the Bush Center event presented by NexPoint on June 14 at 7 p.m. CT. Explore the George W. Bush Presidential Museum, including the Freedom Matters special exhibit
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In Case You Missed It
Further News, Analysis, and more from the Bush Center
The Taliban are who we thought they were ([link removed]) | The xxxxxx
Op-ed by Natalie Gonnella-Platts ([link removed]) , Director of Women’s Advancement at the Bush Institute, and Jessica Ludwig ([link removed]) , Director of Freedom and Democracy at the Bush Institute
Now is not the time to stop fighting AIDS ([link removed]) | Houston Chronicle
Op-ed by Ken Hersh ([link removed]) , President and CEO of the Bush Center
Now that the COVID-19 national public health emergency is over, it’s time to fix the CDC ([link removed]) | USA Today
Op-ed by Deborah L. Birx ([link removed]) , M.D., Senior Fellow at the Bush Institute
How to become e pluribus unum ([link removed])
Essay by Michael Cooper, Senior Director of Advocacy at NC Child and 2020 Presidential Leadership Scholar
Rebuilding trust in the media starts locally ([link removed]) | Post and Courier
Op-ed by William McKenzie ([link removed]) , Senior Editorial Advisor at the Bush Institute
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About the George W. Bush Presidential Center

Located on the SMU campus in Dallas, Texas, the George W. Bush Presidential Center is a nonpartisan institution advancing the timeless values of freedom, opportunity, accountability, and compassion. The Bush Center comprises the George W. Bush Presidential Museum and the George W. Bush Institute, a solution-oriented policy organization focused on ensuring opportunity for all, strengthening democracy, and advancing free societies through policy solutions and public engagement. The Bush Center also houses the George W. Bush Presidential Library, operated by the National Archives and Records Administration, which provides access to official documents and artifacts from the George W. Bush Administration.


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