George W. Bush Presidential Center
Five for Friday
A Weekly Digest from the George W. Bush Presidential Center
October 17, 2025
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 President and Mrs. George W. Bush’s trip to Namibia in 2017. 
(Photo by Paul Morse)
Unparalleled partnerships
with Africa
The United States must reengage with Africa and make it a foreign policy priority given that stability across the continent affects migration, security, and economic growth worldwide. With more than 1.4 billion people, Africa is home to vast talent, resources, and innovation. It also is important to counter the authoritarian influence of Russia and China there. 

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This Wednesday – NexPoint Lecture: America's Economic Realignment
Three leading economic experts will join Director of the Bush Institute-SMU Economic Growth Initiative Cullum Clark for a thought-provoking and timely conversation on the condition of the U.S. economy, the role of the Federal Reserve, the relationship between the U.S. government and private businesses, the impact of tariffs, the state of international trade, technology’s impact on the economy, and more
New sculpture by James Surls installed at the Bush Center
"Reflections," by the celebrated Texas born artist, brings striking visual presence
A call for courageous pluralism
Article by Chris Walsh, director of global policy at the Bush Institute 
New Strategerist podcast: The big impact of Little League
Featuring Patrick Wilson, president and CEO of Little League International, and Jim Wilkinson, former White House deputy director of communications and senior advisor and organizer of Tee Ball on the South Lawn
Countdown to America’s 250th Anniversary

Weekly Quotes from figures who have shaped our country

“America has seen tough times before. We’ve always known how to get through them. And we’ve always believed our best days are ahead of us. I believe that still. But we must rise to the occasion, as we always have; change what must be changed, and make the future better than the past.”  

– Senator John McCain, June 3, 2008

In Case You Missed It
Further News, Analysis, and more from the Bush Center

Two-Minute Take: Veterans' benefits during the government shutdown
Article by U.S. Lieutenant Colonel Jason Galui, director of veterans and military families at the Bush Institute  

U.S. must remain committed to saving the lives of women and girls in sub-Saharan Africa and beyond
Article by Hannah Johnson, senior program manager of global policy at the Bush Institute 

What parents should know about Texas' STAAR replacement
Video featuring Robin Berkley, the Ann Kimball Johnson director of education at the Bush Institute 

Wait! Can the media say that? How America empowered a free press
Article by Margot Habiby, deputy director of communications at the Bush Institute 

Why Ukraine needs the United States | Law & Liberty
Article by David J. Kramer, executive director at the Bush Institute 

Mark your calendars
Upcoming Engage at the Bush Center events
presented by NexPoint

Also happening at the Bush Center

Pups in the Park
Supported by Susan S. Fischer
Oct. 18 | 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. CT 

Game Changer: United by Sports
Supported by Garry Weber 
A special exhibit in which sports make history and our nation takes the field
Open now

A Shining City on the Hilltop
 A new art exhibit by President Bush on display in the Bush Museum through Nov. 2

Free Admission Days to the Bush Museum
Courtesy of Sewell Automotive Companies
Nov. 11 | 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. CT (extended hours)
 
Fall Guided Tour of the Laura W. Bush Native Texas Park
Supported by Susan S. Fischer
Saturdays through Nov. 22 at 10 a.m. CT

Holiday Choir and Musical Performances at the Bush Museum
Nov. 14 – Dec. 14

Situation Room Presentations
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.

 

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

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