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February 28, 2020

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Coronavirus May Be An Economic Black Swan

Coronavirus has created fear and isolation across the globe, including impacting the U.S. and global economies. Matthew Rooney, managing director of the Bush Institute-SMU Economic Growth Initiative, calls the virus an economic black swan.

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In Focus

NEW RESOURCES | Education Reform Initiative

This week, the Bush Institute’s Education Reform Initiative released several new resources to help school districts, policymakers, and funders turn their vision into reality. The tools will help districts better attract, support, and retain highly effective principals.
Learn how to create successful change in your school   arrow

43 CLUB | March 19 Event with Former White House Staff

The Bush Center's 43 Club unites local young professionals and offers members the opportunity to attend premium events. Next up on March 19 is a lighthearted behind-the-scenes conversation with former White House aides, moderated by Freddy Ford, President Bush's chief of staff.
Become a member today to attend this premier event  arrow

PRESIDENTIAL LEADERSHIP SCHOLARS | Module Two Kicks Off

The Presidential Leadership Program Scholars kicked off their second module this week in College Station, Texas. Last month, the Scholars began the six-month program in Washington, D.C.
Check out a recap of their time in D.C.  arrow

NEW SPECIAL EXHIBIT | Liberty & Laughter

The Bush Center’s new special exhibit — Liberty & Laughter: The Lighter Side of the White House — opens March 5. The exhibit will feature entertaining first family anecdotes, interactive multimedia, and amusing artifacts.
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