George W. Bush Presidential Center
Five for Friday
A Weekly Digest from the George W. Bush Presidential Center
March 7, 2025

Oil painting of President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf
by President George W. Bush, 2013

Celebrating Strong women

Countries and communities thrive when they are committed to the advancement of women. This International Women’s Day, the George W. Bush Institute is highlighting leaders who are making a lasting impact.

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America first should not put Russia second 
Article by Bush Center President and CEO Ken Hersh and the Bush Institute's Executive Director David J. Kramer, and Igor Khrestin, the Bradford M. Freeman Managing Director of Global Policy
Navigating today’s foreign policy challenges 
The Bush Center will welcome United States Senator James Lankford, a Republican from Oklahoma, for a conversation with Bush Institute Executive Director David J. Kramer on how the country should navigate foreign policy challenges
Bipartisan policymaking is happening in Congress – even if it doesn’t make headlines 
The Bush Institute’s monthly U.S. democracy roundup 
Natalia Arno – Fighting for a democratic Russia
New Strategerist podcast episode featuring Natalia Arno, the founder and President of the Free Russia Foundation
In Case You Missed It
Further News, Analysis, and more from the Bush Center

Stand-To Veteran Leadership Program alumni unite around common humanity
Article by Michael Bailey, Deputy Director of Leadership Programs at the Bush Institute

Two Minute Take: School Choice and the 2025 Texas Legislature
Featuring Robin Berkley, the Ann Kimball Johnson Director of Education at the Bush Institute

In North Texas, a February to forget or a February to forge
ahead?
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Interview with Cullum Clark, Director of the Bush Institute-SMU Economic Growth Initiative  

On the front lines: Service to country, Moscow, and the West’s global challenge
World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth event featuring former U.S. Ambassador to Russia John J. Sullivan and moderated by Igor Khrestin, the Bradford M. Freeman Managing Director of Global Policy at the Bush Institute
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Whatever changes the Feds make, they must keep requiring annual state exams | The 74
Op-ed by Robin Berkley, the Ann Kimball Johnson Director of Education at the Bush Institute 

Two Minute Take: PEPFAR update
Featuring Hannah Johnson, Senior Program Manager of Global Policy at the Bush Institute  

Mississippi case highlights challenges for local journalism
Essay by Bill McKenzie, Senior Editorial Advisor at the Bush Institute 

Struggle for Freedom UPDATE: Jimmy Lai’s ongoing show trial in Hong Kong
Essay by Jessica Ludwig, Fellow of Global Policy at the Bush Institute

Dictators oppose American interests
Article by Chris Walsh, Director of Global Policy at the Bush Institute

UPCOMING AT THE BUSH CENTER
Don't miss these special Events

Engage at the Bush Center, presented by NexPoint events

March 18 | 6:30 p.m. CT
Navigating Turbulence: Senatorial Insights on Geopolitics & Foreign Policy

March 18 | 5 p.m. CT
Young Professionals Reception and Senatorial Insights

March 30 | 12:30 p.m. and 2 p.m. CT – SOLD OUT
Sunday in the Park with Jenna Bush Hager and Barbara Pierce Bush

April 24 | 7 p.m. CT
Community Conversation with Emmanuel Acho

May 8 | 6:30 p.m. CT
Laura Bush Book Club with author Amor Towles
Highland Park United Methodist Church

Also happening at the Bush Center

Saturdays March 15 – May 31 | 10 a.m. CT, weather permitting
Guided tours of the Laura W. Bush Native Texas Park
 Park tours are made possible with support from the family of Susan S. Fischer

Fridays | 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. CT
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

 

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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