George W. Bush Presidential Center
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A Weekly Digest from the George W. Bush Presidential Center
November 1, 2024
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Now is the time to be citizens, not spectators
‘We all need to reject cynicism and choose community over chaos. That is how we as individuals can continue to strengthen our political system and our nation.

‘Today, that means doing our job as citizens. It is time to use our voice to vote, even if we’re tempted to check out or be cynical about the election. Only by expressing ourselves within the confines of our durable political system can we create lasting change.’ – Ken Hersh ([link removed]) , President and CEO of the Bush Center, in an op-ed for The Dallas Morning News

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How to be a responsible voter: Preparing to go to the polls
Article by Margot Habiby ([link removed]) , Deputy Director of Communications at the Bush Institute
Learn why it’s important to research your entire ballot ahead of Election Day ([link removed]) arrow
From journalist to true crime author
New episode of The Strategerist with Rena Pederson, author, journalist, and former Vice President and Editorial Page Editor at The Dallas Morning News
Hear about her storied journalism career and her recent book on the infamous Dallas jewel thief known as the King of Diamonds ([link removed]) arrow
Putting aside politics to make change
Article by Kelley Jiou ([link removed]) , Director of Leadership and Programming at the Bush Institute
Read how Presidential Leadership Scholars build relationships and bridge divides across party lines ([link removed])
Get the limited edition 2024 George W. Bush Presidential Center Christmas ornament
Featuring the annual Poinsettia Tree on display in the Bush Institute, this ornament’s origins go back to the 2002 White House holiday decor
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In Case You Missed It
Further News, Analysis, and more from the Bush Center
Try Café 43’s new fall menu ([link removed])
The full-service restaurant has new seasonal flavors, including sweet potato and apple bisque soup and warm maple-apple bread pudding
How water markets would make America’s Western cities sustainable ([link removed])
Article by Cullum Clark ([link removed]) , Director of the Bush Institute-SMU Economic Growth Initiative
Keep on guard for disinformation after Election Day ([link removed])
Article by William McKenzie ([link removed]) , Senior Editorial Advisor at the Bush Institute
Presidential Leadership Scholar spotlight: Nubia Peña ([link removed])
Interview with Nubia Peña, Utah Governor Spencer J. Cox’s Senior Advisor of Access and Opportunity and the Director for the Utah Division of Multicultural Affairs
The U.S. shouldn't recognize the Republic of Georgia’s illegitimate elections ([link removed]) | Foreign Policy
Op-ed by David J. Kramer ([link removed]) , Executive Director of the Bush Institute, and Ian Kelly, former U.S. Ambassador to Georgia
The struggle for freedom and fight for democracy in Russia ([link removed]) | The Strategerist podcast
Interview with Vladimir Kara-Murza, Vice President of the Free Russia Foundation and recently freed political prisoner, and Evgenia Kara-Murza, Director of International Advocacy
A Conversation on the Post-Presidency ([link removed]) | Overheard at the Bush Center podcast
Featuring Jared Cohen, author of Life After Power: Seven Presidents and Their Search for Purpose Beyond the White House; Dr. Jeffrey A. Engel, author and founding David Gergen Director of the Center for Presidential History at SMU; and Freddy Ford, Chief of Staff for President Bush
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])
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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