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October 15, 2021

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Mrs. Laura Bush and Jenna Bush Hager Discuss Afghanistan on International Day of the Girl

On International Day of the Girl, Mrs. Laura Bush and Jenna Bush Hager spoke with three refugee women from Afghanistan who risked their lives to move to the United States. They shared their stories and how organizations such as Break Bread, Break Borders are helping the resettlement of Afghanistan refugees on NBC's TODAY show.

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IN THE NEWS | Taking Care of Employees’ Child Care Is Just Good Business

In an op-ed in The Dallas Morning News, CEO Ken Hersh discussed how the Bush Center’s efforts to attract and retain people in today’s competitive market doesn’t just make good business sense – it reflects our commitment to the mission and values which guide our work.
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Afghan Women

LIVE Q&A | Afghanistan: Why We Can’t Look Away

Do you have questions about what policymakers and the private sector can do to help Afghan refugees, especially those in the United States? Join Bush Institute experts Natalie Gonnella-Platts, Laura Collins, and Holly Kuzmich at 11:30 a.m. CDT on Oct. 18 as they discuss the dire circumstances woman and children face both in Afghanistan and as they attempt to settle elsewhere.
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Permanent Exhibit

GEORGE W. BUSH PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUM | Reopening Monday

We are excited to welcome visitors back to the Bush Center's permanent exhibit on the 43rd President of the United States beginning Monday, Oct. 18. The museum will be open for regular hours and advance online ticket purchase is required.
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Pups in the Park

PUPS IN THE PARK | Join Us Saturday

Bring your furry friends this Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon for Pups in the Park, our fall season kickoff with the SPCA of Texas. This fun, free event includes nature walks around the park, dog friendly treats, pet adoptions, and the chance to win a “Pampered Pooch Package” from Barking Hound Village and a yearlong membership to Mutts Canine Cantina. The SPCA will also be accepting donations.
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