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December 15, 2023

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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 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, the Ann Kimball Johnson Director of Education and Opportunity at the Bush Institute, and William McKenzie, 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

This holiday season, find your ‘Christmas truce’

Article by Chris Walsh, Director of Freedom and Democracy at the Bush Institute

Learn how we can all find common ground this festive time of year

PEPFAR provides opportunity

Q&A by Hannah Johnson, Program Manager for Global Health at the Bush Institute

Read how PEPFAR-funded organization mothers2mothers changed Esther Mamba’s life

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’

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
Article by William McKenzie, Senior Editorial Advisor at the Bush Institute

What every parent should know about what works in reading instruction
Article by the Bush Institute's Amanda Wirtz

Tim Strong – Opportunity International | The Strategerist podcast

Q&A with Abi Scott, 2023 Stand-To Veteran Leadership Program Scholar
Learn more about Abi Scott and the Stand-To Veteran Leadership Program, and find the 2024 program application

The Struggle for Freedom series update: Jacob Ngarivhume released from prison
Article by Ellen Bork, Fellow at the Bush Institute

Commercial real estate’s money laundering problem
Article by Albert Torres, 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
Last presentation of the year

Dec. 20 and Dec. 22 | 3:30 p.m.
Holiday Tea at the Bush Center

Jan. 22 | 6:30 p.m.
The Art of Disagreeing Better

Feb. 15 | 5 p.m.
43 Club Young Professionals Networking Reception

Feb. 15 | 6:30 p.m.
Mostly What God Does: A Conversation with Author Savannah Guthrie

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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.

George W. Bush Presidential Center
2943 SMU Boulevard
Dallas, Texas 75205