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Goerge W. Bush

43rd President

Abby Vermillion

Who is George Bush?

George Bush was the 43rd President of the United State of America.

He is a Republican

He is from New Haven, Conneticut

Early Life

Born: July 6th, 1946Father: George Herbert Walker BushMother: Barbara (Pierce) BushHe originally did not want to go into politics like his father, his dream was to become a professional baseball player.

"From baseball I developed a thick skin against criticism. I learned to overlook minor setbacks and focus on the long haul." - Goerge W. Bush

Schooling

Yale: Bachelor's Degree in History (1968)Harvard Business School: Master of Business Administration (1975)

"You see, we'll never be able to compete in the 21st century unless we have an education system that doesn't quit on children, an education system that raises standards, an education that makes sure there's excellence in every classroom." -Goerge W. Bush

Previous Offices Held

Governer of Texas 1995-2000

President of the United States2001-2009

Election-1st Term

Runningmate: Dick CheneyOpponant: Al Gore

Election-2nd Term

Runningmate: Dick CheneyOpponant: John Kerry

Major Events During Term

September 11, 2001George W. Bush's impact on 9/11 was marked by his leadership during the attacks and his response afterward. After the attacks, Bush quickly vowed to bring those responsible to justice, launching the War on Terror. He authorized the invasion of Afghanistan to dismantle al-Qaeda and remove the Taliban, which had harbored the terrorists. Domestically, he supported the USA PATRIOT Act, expanding surveillance powers, and created the Department of Homeland Security to bolster U.S. security. Bush’s presidency was defined by these actions, which reshaped U.S. foreign policy, security measures, and the global fight against terrorism.

Life After Presidency

In 2013 he published a book titled "Portraits of Courage"

Co-founded the Bush Center

In 2010 he published a memior, Decision Points

Life After Presidency

In 2013 he published a book titled "Portraits of Courage"

After leaving office, George W. Bush took up painting, an interest he had developed in his later years as president. In 2013, he published a book titled "Portraits of Courage", which features paintings of military veterans and their stories, showcasing his new passion for portrait art.

Life After Presidency

Co-founded the Bush Center

Along with his father, former President George H.W. Bush, George W. Bush co-founded the Bush Center, which works on various initiatives such as promoting global health, supporting military veterans, and fostering economic growth. He has also been involved in efforts to combat HIV/AIDS in Africa through the Bush Institute's Global Health Program.

Life After Presidency

In 2010 he published a memior, Decision Points

In 2010, George W. Bush published his memoir, Decision Points, which outlines his decisions during his presidency, including his approach to 9/11, the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, and the financial crisis. Since then, he has made occasional speaking appearances, often discussing his presidency and issues like leadership and foreign policy, but he generally avoids political partisanship.

Legacy of the President

Bushisms refer to humorous, often awkward or incorrect, verbal gaffes and misstatements made by George W. Bush during his presidency. These slip-ups typically involve malapropisms, mispronunciations, or unintended humor in his public speeches, interviews, or off-the-cuff remarks. While some Bushisms were simply verbal errors, they became widely recognized and were often parodied, contributing to the lighter side of his public persona.

Bushisms

"I know the human being and fish can coexist peacefully.""There's an old saying in Tennessee — I know it's in Texas, probably in Tennessee — that says, fool me once, shame on... shame on you. Fool me — you can't get fooled again.""I think we agree, the past is over."

Bushisms

"Rarely is the question asked: Is our children learning?""I'm the decider, and I decide what is best.""I have a different vision of leadership. A leadership is someone who brings people together."