George W. Bush Presidential Center
Five for Friday
A Weekly Digest from the George W. Bush Presidential Center
June 13, 2025
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A multigenerational portrait, courtesy of Caroline Bergonia, honoring the journey of her grandparents who immigrated from Cuba to the United States and paved the way for a thriving family legacy.
Celebrating Immigrant Heritage Month
Caroline Bergonia, Manager of Accounting and Finance at the George W. Bush Presidential Center, reflects on how a nearly 60-year-old letter sitting on her desk from her Cuban American grandfather reminds her of the legacy he left for future generations.

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The human impact of U.S. global health programs
Biweekly global health update by Hannah Johnson, Senior Program Manager of Global Policy at the Bush Institute
Meet the 2025 Stand-to Veteran Leadership Program class
37 Scholars – including civilians, veterans, and active military members – were chosen from across the country for the program, which develops dynamic leaders dedicated to supporting our nation’s veterans and families
Bringing awareness to the lifesaving work of the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief
New Strategerist podcast episode featuring Jenny Dyer, founder of the 2030 Collaborative, and artist and music producer Charlie Peacock
Americans can disagree on policy, but must unify against democratic threats
Article by Nicole Bibbins Sedaca, the Kelly and David Pfeil Fellow at the Bush Institute
In Case You Missed It
Further News, Analysis, and more from the Bush Center

Service, selflessness, and humility: Lessons from the 41st president
Article by Nicole Hawkins, Communications Manager at the Bush Institute
 
Continuing the legacy of Alexis de Tocqueville – featuring Stéphanie and Jean-Guillaume de Tocqueville | The Strategerist podcast
 
Data Driven – Dr. Susan Urahn, President and CEO of Pew Charitable Trusts | The Strategerist podcast
 
America First needs American values | The Catalyst: A Journal of Ideas from the Bush Institute
Article by Paul D. Miller, Professor of the Practice of International Affairs at Georgetown University
 
Despite leaders’ call, U.S.-China relations remain stuck in neutral
Article by Igor Khrestin, the Bradford M. Freeman Managing Director of Global Policy
 
As the North Korea-Russia alliance continues to strengthen, the United States must act
Article by Chris Walsh, Director of Global Policy at the Bush Institute
 
Cities must address the housing crisis to retain and attract residents
Policy brief by Cullum Clark, Director of the Bush Institute-SMU Economic Growth Initiative

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Upcoming Engage at the Bush Center events
presented by NexPoint

Also happening at the Bush Center

A Shining City on the Hilltop
 A new art exhibit by President George W. Bush now on display in the Bush Museum
Open now through Oct. 19

Moment of Remembrance on September 11th
Sept. 11 | 8:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. CT
 
Pups in the Park
Thank you to the family of Susan S. Fischer for supporting this event
Oct. 18 | 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. CT 

Free Admission Days to the Bush Museum
Courtesy of Sewell Automotive Companies
July 4 | 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. CT (extended hours)
Sept. 11 | 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. CT (extended hours)
Nov. 11 | 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. CT (extended hours)

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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