George W. Bush Presidential Center
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A Weekly Digest from the George W. Bush Presidential Center
October 25, 2024
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President George W. Bush and Joseph Kim at the Bush Institute's North Korea Freedom Scholarship Recipient Reception in 2019. (Photo by Grant Miller/ George W. Bush Presidential Center)
There's hope for North Koreans, if America acts. Just look at me.
‘It still seems impossible to me that as a 15-year-old, I managed to escape from my oppressed homeland, survive and ultimately thrive in a new country where I didn't speak the language or understand the culture.

‘My story is about hope and resiliency. I worked hard to stay alive, but none of my success would have been possible without the compassion and generosity of the Americans....’ – Joseph Kim ([link removed]) , a Research Fellow at the Bush Institute, wrote in
The Washington Post

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Stand-To Veteran Leadership Program applications open
Program for leaders from across the country – including civilians, veterans, military spouses, and active-duty service members – who are addressing issues facing veterans and military families
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Don’t miss ‘Purpose Beyond the White House: A Conversation on the Post-Presidency' on Monday
Hear Jared Cohen, author of Life After Power: Seven Presidents and Their Search for Purpose Beyond the White House, and Dr. Jeffrey A. Engel, author and founding David Gergen Director of the Center for Presidential History at SMU, share historical insights and memorable stories about U.S. presidents
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The path forward for PEPFAR
Article by Hannah Johnson ([link removed]) , Program Manager of Global Policy at the Bush Institute; Dr. Deborah L. Birx ([link removed]) , Senior Fellow at the Bush Institute; and Dr. William R. Steiger ([link removed]) , Global Health Advisor at the Bush Institute
Read the case studies that can guide the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief into the future ([link removed]) arrow
What can Paw Patrol teach us about democracy?
Two-Minute Take from Chris Walsh ([link removed]) , Director of Global Policy at the Bush Institute
Learn about democratic missteps in the hit children’s TV show and avenues we can use in our local communities to ensure our voices are heard ([link removed]) arrow
In Case You Missed It
Further News, Analysis, and more from the Bush Center
Remember Afghanistan on World Polio Day ([link removed])
Two-Minute Take featuring Natalie Gonnella-Platts ([link removed]) , Director of Global Policy at the Bush Institute
Mexico’s new leader should honor pledge to strengthen press freedoms ([link removed])
Article by William McKenzie ([link removed]) , Senior Editorial Advisor at the Bush Institute
North Korean troops in Russia reveal Putin's desperation ([link removed])
Two-Minute Take featuring David J. Kramer ([link removed]) , Executive Director of the Bush Institute
Veterans’ stories give us a deeper understanding of who they are and what they need ([link removed])
Article by D’Juan Wilcher ([link removed]) , Lieutenant Commander, U.S. Navy Reserve, and Deputy Director of Veterans and Military Families at the Bush Institute
As Election Day nears, don't live in an echo chamber. Broaden your news diet ([link removed]) |The Oklahoman
Op-ed by Chris Walsh ([link removed]) , Director of Global Policy at the Bush Institute, and William McKenzie ([link removed]) , Senior Editorial Advisor at the Bush Institute
UPCOMING AT THE BUSH CENTER
Don't miss these special Events
Saturdays through Nov. 16 | 10 a.m. CT, weather permitting
Laura W. Bush Native Texas Park tours by master naturalists ([link removed])
Saturdays | 11 a.m., 12 p.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m. CT
Sundays | 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. CT
Mondays | 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. CT
Situation Room Presentation ([link removed])
Oct. 28 | 6:30 p.m. CT
Purpose Beyond the White House: A Conversation on the Post-Presidency ([link removed])
Engage at the Bush Center, presented by NexPoint
Dec. 2 | 6:30 p.m. CT
Food, Family & Holiday Fun: A Conversation with The Pioneer Woman, Ree Drummond ([link removed])
Engage at the Bush Center, presented by NexPoint
Dec. 6 | 6:00 p.m. CT
Merry & Bright Night ([link removed])
Engage at the Bush Center, presented by NexPoint
Dec. 6 | 7:00 p.m. CT
Young Professionals Holiday Party ([link removed])
Young Professionals member exclusive – Become a member ([link removed])
Dec. 18 & 19 | 2:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. CT
Holiday Tea at the Bush Center ([link removed])
Various times in December
Holiday Choir Performances at the Bush Museum ([link removed])
See website for performance schedule
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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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