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Five for Friday
A Weekly Digest from the George W. Bush Presidential Center
September 11, 2026
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The University Park Fire Department honors America in front of the George W. Bush Institute on Sept. 11, 2026. (Grant Miller / George W. Bush Presidential Center)
Never Forget

"Twenty-five years ago, the actions of an enemy revealed the spirit of the American people... May we always honor the precious lives stolen, and may God bless America."
– President George W. Bush

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President George W. Bush reflects on the 25th anniversary of 9/11
President Bush and Dr. Condoleezza Rice, his national security advisor at the time of the attacks, share their reflections on how the day changed the country
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A conversation with General Dan Caine, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
General Caine recalls his experience as an Air Force pilot on Sept. 11, 2001, and highlighted the courage and accomplishments of our all-volunteer military
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Remembering 9/11: exhibit of paintings by President Bush
A collection featuring 16 all-new works of art reflecting the courage, sacrifice, and resilience that emerged from one of the most defining moments in American history
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Bush Center exhibit preserves memories, artifacts and lessons of Sept. 11
Interview with Robert Favela ([link removed]) , Navy veteran, former White House staffer, and Director of Facility Operations at the Bush Center
Watch him share his experience at the White House on 9/11 ([link removed])
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Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary
Weekly Quotes that have shaped our country

“Terrorist attacks can shake the foundations of our biggest buildings, but they cannot touch the foundation of America. These acts shattered steel, but they cannot dent the steel of American resolve. America was targeted for attack because we're the brightest beacon for freedom and opportunity in the world. And no one will keep that light from shining.”
– President George W. Bush, address to the nation after the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks

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

A Legacy of Service: America at the 25th Anniversary of 9/11: Remarks by Melissa Stockwell ([link removed])
A Legacy of Service: America at the 25th Anniversary of 9/11: Remarks by Jared Lyon ([link removed])
White House staffer’s journal chronicles chaos after 9/11 attacks ([link removed]) | The Dallas Morning News
Interview with Elizabeth Parrott ([link removed]) , Director of Strategic Programming and Events at the Bush Center
Telling the stories of `The Heroism and Resiliency of 9/11’ ([link removed]) | Strategerist podcast
New episode featuring Chris Meek, co-founder of SoldierStrong and founder & CEO of the 9/11 Legacy Foundation
A legacy of service: America at the 25th Anniversary of 9/11 ([link removed]) | Overheard at the Bush Center podcast
Russia's threats to Europe extend beyond Ukraine ([link removed]) | The Dispatch
Article by Elizabeth Kennedy Trudeau ([link removed]) , the Bradford M. Freeman Managing Director of Global Policy, and David J. Kramer ([link removed]) , Executive Director, at the Bush Institute
The unwavering answer to a father’s silent question ([link removed]) | America 250: Through the world’s eyes
Guest author Thae Yong-Ho, North Korean-born South Korean politician and the former deputy ambassador of North Korea to the United Kingdom
U.S. 15-year-olds are reading at the lowest level in almost 25 years. But we can fix it. ([link removed])
Article by Robin Berkley ([link removed]) , the Ann Kimball Johnson Director of Education, and Will Cullen ([link removed]) , Program Manager of Education at the Bush Institute
Struggle for Freedom spotlight: Min Zin ([link removed])
Article by Celia Siade-Cox ([link removed]) , Associate of Global Policy at the Bush Institute
Mark your calendars
Upcoming Engage at the Bush Center events
presented by NexPoint

NexPoint Lecture: Sustaining American prosperity: A conversation on debt, markets, and innovation ([link removed])
Oct. 8 | 6:30 p.m. CT
Merry & Bright Night ([link removed])
Dec. 4 | 6 p.m. CT
Also happening at the Bush Center

Remembering 9/11: A collection of paintings by President George W. Bush ([link removed])
Open now through Sept. 30
Fall guided tours of the Laura W. Bush Native Texas Park ([link removed])
Saturdays starting Sept. 12 through Nov. 21 | 10 a.m. CT
Pups in the park ([link removed])
Sept. 19 | 9 a.m. CT
A conversation with Allen Levi, author of Theo of Golden ([link removed]) (Sold out)
Presented by The Haidar Family
Oct. 19 | 6:30 p.m. CT
Free admission to the Bush Museum on Veterans Day ([link removed])
Courtesy of Sewell Automotive Companies
Nov. 11 | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT
Holiday Tea ([link removed]) (Sold out)
Dec. 16 | 2:15 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. CT
Dec. 17 | 2:15 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. CT
Game Changer: United by Sports ([link removed])
Presented by Garry Weber
A special exhibit in which sports make history and our nation takes the field
Open now
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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Presented by Sewell Automotive Companies
With special thanks to Hoblitzelle Foundation

America’s birthday: A history of Independence Day story walk ([link removed])
Open now through October
George Tobolowsky installation at the Bush Center ([link removed])
Open now through October
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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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