George W. Bush Presidential Center
Five for Friday
A Weekly Digest from the George W. Bush Presidential Center
December 15, 2023
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Visit the Bush Museum this holiday season

Become a member of the George W. Bush Presidential Museum now to receive benefits throughout 2024 at 2023 prices. Membership perks range from discounts to early access to Engage at the Bush Center events presented by NexPoint. Members also receive free museum admission – be sure to explore the Freedom Matters ([link removed]) special exhibit celebrating the values of freedom and democracy at the heart of the American experience.

The Bush Museum will be open its regular hours this holiday season, excluding Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
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What Texas’ tumultuous history with literacy means for its children’s future
Article by Anne Wicks ([link removed]) , the Ann Kimball Johnson Director of Education and Opportunity at the Bush Institute, and William McKenzie ([link removed]) , Senior Editorial Advisor at the Bush Institute
Read the first piece in a two-part series that tracks Texas’ attempts to adopt the science of reading over 25 years ([link removed]) arrow
This holiday season, find your ‘Christmas truce’
Article by Chris Walsh ([link removed]) , Director of Freedom and Democracy at the Bush Institute
Learn how we can all find common ground this festive time of year ([link removed]) arrow
PEPFAR provides opportunity
Q&A by Hannah Johnson ([link removed]) , Program Manager for Global Health at the Bush Institute
Read how PEPFAR-funded organization mothers2mothers changed Esther Mamba’s life ([link removed]) arrow
Get tickets for the Engage at the Bush Center program presented by NexPoint with Utah Governor Spencer Cox
The program will take on a topic that is both a cornerstone of our democracy and much needed during an election year: passionate yet civil conflict and discourse
Learn how to ‘disagree better’ ([link removed]) arrow
In Case You Missed It
Further News, Analysis, and more from the Bush Center
Distinguishing news from opinion can help strengthen trust in the media ([link removed])
Article by William McKenzie ([link removed]) , Senior Editorial Advisor at the Bush Institute
What every parent should know about what works in reading instruction ([link removed])
Article by the Bush Institute's Amanda Wirtz
Tim Strong – Opportunity International ([link removed]) | The Strategerist podcast
Q&A with Abi Scott, 2023 Stand-To Veteran Leadership Program Scholar ([link removed])
Learn more about Abi Scott and the Stand-To Veteran Leadership Program, and find the 2024 program application ([link removed])
The Struggle for Freedom series update: Jacob Ngarivhume released from prison ([link removed])
Article by Ellen Bork ([link removed]) , Fellow at the Bush Institute
Commercial real estate’s money laundering problem ([link removed])
Article by Albert Torres ([link removed]) , Associate of Freedom and Democracy at the Bush Institute
UPCOMING AT THE BUSH CENTER
Don't miss these special Events
Dec. 16 | 11 a.m. and 12 p.m.
Situation Room Presentation ([link removed])
Last presentation of the year

Dec. 20 and Dec. 22 | 3:30 p.m.
Holiday Tea at the Bush Center ([link removed])

Jan. 22 | 6:30 p.m.
The Art of Disagreeing Better ([link removed])

Feb. 15 | 5 p.m.
43 Club Young Professionals Networking Reception ([link removed])

Feb. 15 | 6:30 p.m.
Mostly What God Does: A Conversation with Author Savannah Guthrie ([link removed])
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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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