George W. Bush Presidential Center
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A Weekly Digest from the George W. Bush Presidential Center
May 23, 2025
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SHILO BROOKS NAMED PRESIDENT AND CEO OF THE BUSH CENTER
"Shilo’s expertise in civil discourse, civic literacy, and American political thought aligns with the values and mission of the George W. Bush Presidential Center. The energy and intellect he will bring to our policy work and community engagement will benefit the North Texas community and beyond,” said President George W. Bush. “Laura and I are thrilled to welcome Shilo and his family back home to Texas.”
Dr. Brooks, currently Executive Director of Princeton University’s James Madison Program in American Ideals and Institutions, will begin his duties Sept. 2, 2025. He succeeds Ken Hersh ([link removed]) , who previously announced his intention to retire after nine years of inspirational leadership.
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Read his interview with The Dallas Morning News ([link removed])
Memorial Day doesn't end with remembrance
Article by Lieutenant Commander, USNR D’Juan Wilcher ([link removed]) , Deputy Director of Veterans and Military Families at the Bush Institute
Read why the spirit of Memorial Day should continue each day in how we live, lead, and support one another ([link removed]) arrow
The American democracy optimists
Learn what our experts are watching, reading, and pondering as we work to promote pluralism and civility
Read why meaningful connections with one another are essential to a healthy society ([link removed]) arrow
Strengthening trust in the media
Q&A with Martin Baron, former editor of the Washington Post, Boston Globe, and Miami Herald
Read how the media can serve as 'an information bridge from one community to another' ([link removed]) arrow
More must be done to stop the illicit drug trade
Article by Albert Torres ([link removed]) , Senior Program Manager of Global Policy at the Bush Institute
Learn how policymakers can stop cartels from laundering money in the U.S. ([link removed]) arrow
In Case You Missed It
Further News, Analysis, and more from the Bush Center
Let’s connect with people and debate issues, not the other way around ([link removed]) | The Dallas Morning News
Op-ed by Bill McKenzie ([link removed]) , Senior Editorial Advisor at the Bush Institute
How the Right got its groove back ([link removed]) | The Catalyst: A Journal of Ideas from the Bush Institute
Article by Kristen Soltis Anderson, Founding Partner of Echelon Insights
Laura Bush Book Club featuring Amor Towles ([link removed]) | Overheard at the Bush Center podcast
How two Stand-To Veteran Leadership Program alums combat the silence surrounding veterans' mental health ([link removed])
Q&A with Stand-to Veteran Leadership Program 2022 alumni Ryan Callahan and Mark Harper
Center Right: What rights do immigrants have? ([link removed]) | Balancing Act with John Kato
Interview with Laura Collins ([link removed]) , Director of the Bush Institute-SMU Economic Growth Initiative
Texas’ future depends on metros like Dallas-Fort Worth ([link removed]) | The Dallas Morning News
Op-ed by Cullum Clark ([link removed]) , Director of the Bush Institute-SMU Economic Growth Initiative, and Steven Pedigo, professor at University of Texas at Austin’s LBJ School of Public Affairs and the Director of the LBJ Urban Lab
Former first lady Laura Bush releases her 2025 summer reading list for kids ([link removed]) | NBC DFW
Syria needs more women in government to build a stable and prosperous future ([link removed])
Article by Celia Siade-Cox ([link removed]) , Associate of Global Policy at the Bush Institute
UPCOMING AT THE BUSH CENTER
Don't miss these special Events
A Shining City on the Hilltop ([link removed])
A new art exhibit by President George W. Bush now on display in the Bush Museum
Open now through Oct. 19
Guided tours of the Laura W. Bush Native Texas Park ([link removed])
Park tours are made possible with support from the family of Susan S. Fischer
Saturdays through May 31 (weather permitting) | 10 a.m. CT
BioBlitz in the Laura W. Bush Native Texas Park ([link removed])
Guests will search the 15-acre park and identify as many different species as possible
May 31 | 9:45 a.m. CT
Young Professionals Coffee and Conversation with Immigration Expert Laura Collins ([link removed])
Become a Young Professional member to receive access to this event and more
June 3 | 8 a.m. CT
Situation Room Presentations ([link removed])
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
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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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