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The recent launch of the Bush Institutes report on CRINK, raises red flags about the threats that authoritarian regimes pose to the U.S., economy, human rights, and democracy around the world.
Our experts, Igor Khrestin, Senior Advisor of Global Policy and Joseph Kim, Program Manager, recently joined @CBSNews to unpack their recent findings on the effects of CRINK: cbsnews.com/video/report-aut…
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After nearly 88 days of internet restriction and almost total blackout in Iran, the partial internet restoration gives the West a chance to engage directly with the Iranian people.
"When the internet goes dark, a trusted radio signal still matters. When censorship increases, independent journalism still matters," said Elizabeth Kennedy Trudeau, Managing Director of Global Policy at the Bush Institute. "And when negotiations dominate headlines, the Iranian people still matter most."
Learn more about the recent update in Iran: bushcenter.org/publications/…
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On his birthday, we remember George H.W. Bush – United States Navy pilot, Ambassador, C.I.A. Director, 43rd Vice President, 41st President, and father.
📷: President George H.W. Bush delivers an address aboard the aircraft carrier USS AMERICA in 1989.
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What drives the relationship between loneliness and a decline in local news? This is the question Danny Hayes, a political science professor at George Washington University, set out to answer in a recent study.
Hayes sat down with Bill McKenzie, Senior Editorial Advisor at the Bush Institute, to discuss his findings and the consequences they pose for American democracy.
Learn more about the importance of local journalism: bushcenter.org/publications/…
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Today, we took the next step in our design process & unveiled the initial design concept to the world. Thanks to our Honorary Chair, President George W. Bush, for helping us mark this special milestone. Missed today's live event? Watch here: bit.ly/4exaCTo @TheBushCenter
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Russia has recently added 17-year-old Alexander Browder to a ban list in the latest round of retaliatory sanctions by the Foreign Ministry on Tuesday over a report he wrote for the Henry Jackson Society think tank detailing Russia’s use of cryptocurrency networks to evade Western sanctions imposed after the invasion of Ukraine.
Alexander continues to expose abuses and human rights violations, uncovering the growing sophistication of authoritarian sanctions evasion networks tied to cryptocurrency and financial systems that continue to be exploited.
“The Kremlin’s decision to sanction Alexander Browder may be laughable, but the underlying effort by authoritarian states to build nefarious workarounds to Western sanctions isn’t. The CRINK initiative correctly frames this as a long-term strategic competition requiring democracies to modernize how they use economic power in defense of international security and democratic norms,” says Elizabeth Kennedy Trudeau.
Learn why sanctions still matter: bushcenter.org/publications/…
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The Bush Institute recently launched a new initiative to combat the institutional and global security threats posed by China, Russia, Iran and North Korea – otherwise known as CRINK.
On June 11, Bush Institute experts Joseph Kim, Igor Khrestin, and Dr. Victor Cha will discuss how the U.S. can counter threats by CRINK in order to rebuild U.S. power and security. Register today to hear more from Maria Snegovaya, Will Todman and Bush Institute experts at the @CSIS panel: csis.org/events/how-should-u…
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The Oval Office experience located in the George W. Bush Presidential Museum is an exact replica in scale and design of the one in the White House during President George W. Bush's administration (circa 2009).
As tradition evolved in the latter part of the twentieth century, each administration redecorated the office to suit the President's personal taste, choosing new furniture, new drapery, and even a grandfather clock as shown above. Each week, our team winds the clock with care, preserving one of the many details that bring this historic office to life.
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China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea, known together as CRINK, threaten democratic institutions, global security, mineral supply chains, and human rights by challenging the credibility of U.S. leadership. Learn more about the Bush Institute's work to combat this coordination at bushcenter.org/CRINK
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In honor of World Ocean Day, the George W. Bush Presidential Center celebrates the importance of advancing environmental conservation, protecting marine life, reducing marine debris, improving bipartisan energy legislation, and conserving acres of wetlands, grasslands, and ecologically vital farmland habitats.
Visit the George W. Bush Presidential Center today to learn more about the Bush Administration's Ocean Action Initiative.
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Joni Carswell, the newest recipient of the George W. Bush Institute’s Trailblazer Citation award at our 2026 Forum on Leadership, is the current CEO and President of Texan by Nature, a nonprofit founded by Mrs. Laura Bush. Through her role, she leads the mission to bring business and conservation for long term, sustainable impact in Texas, with a goal of uniting conversation leaders and business leaders who believe that Texas’ prosperity depends on our natural resources.
During an episode of The Strategerist podcast, she talks about the passion that Mrs. Laura W. Bush has to ensure the conservation of native Texas plants. Watch the full episode today: bushcenter.org/publications/…
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Be a part of the Bush Center team! 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. Through policy solutions and public engagement programs, the Bush Center promotes ideas and conversations that reinforce the promise of America.
Explore our current career opportunities today:
-Manager, Communications
-Manager, Design and Creative Services
-Manager, Guest and Volunteer Experience
-Assistant, George W. Bush Presidential Center
-Accountant
-Program Manager, Opportunity
-Program Manager, Veterans and Military Families
-Student 2026 Fall Internship Program
bushcenter.org/about-us/empl…
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The Bush Center welcomed back United States Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch and New York Times bestselling author Janie Nitze to discuss their debut nonfiction picture book, Heroes of 1776: The Story of the Declaration of Independence.
The family-friendly event moderated by Robin Berkley, the Ann Kimball Johnson Director of Education at the Bush Institute, explored how their children’s book brings to life the courage and sacrifice of Thomas Jefferson, George Washington, and Thomas Paine, to name a few of the remarkable stories.
Visit our website today to see our upcoming events in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary: bushcenter.org/events-and-ex…
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June 4th is the anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre, commemorating the pro-democracy protests and the military crackdown that happened in 1989. This day holds global significance for democracies, human rights, and freedom around the world.
When it comes to our political system and respect for democracy and human rights China and the U.S. could not be more different. “It’s very important that we stand with the people of China and recognizing their human rights,” says David Kramer, Executive Director of the Bush Institute.
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In honor of America's 250th anniversary, each month we highlight individuals who continue to influence our nation's ideals and democracy.
Join us in honoring the voices of our historic past as we look toward the future. 🇺🇲
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It’s inevitable that American democratic values are deeply rooted in our entertainment, especially movies. “Some movies show the challenge of power. All the King’s Men, both its 1949 version and 2006 remake, highlight how absolute power can corrupt absolutely, reminding us of the importance of checks and balances on political power,” says Nicole Bibbins Sedaca, the Kelly and David Pfeil Fellow at the Bush Institute.
Read how Hollywood has given the world a peek at how America’s democracy works and shows up in our daily lives: bushcenter.org/publications/…
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The Bush Institute's Veteran Wellness Alliance coalition with Avalon Action Alliance connects veterans to peer-to-peer networks and best-in-class mental and brain health care providers. Through their mission, they help veterans and first responders heal from the invisible wounds of service. By connecting veterans with life-changing care, they ensure that no warrior navigates these challenges alone.
"This community is built on honesty, authenticity, and trust, and I quickly learned that by openly sharing my story, my challenges, and how I have benefited from getting the help I needed, I have opened the door for fellow veterans to get the care they deserve," said Greg Frey, vice president of strategic engagement and partnerships at Avalon Action Alliance
Learn more about Avalon Action Alliance today: bushcenter.org/publications/…
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For the month of May in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, the George W. Bush Presidential Center is teaming up with @momentous Institute to 'Squeeze the Day'. This month, we encourage everyone to explore simple, everyday ways to enhance mental well-being and to improve the conversation surrounding mental health.
Dr. Jessica Gomez, the Executive Director of Momentous Institute, joined Olivia Hernández, Manager of Communications at the Bush Institute, to talk about the many ways we can improve mental health awareness and access. Watch the full podcast episode today: bushcenter.org/publications/…
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"Information is power. It’s why autocratic regimes in China, Russia, and Iran have invested extensive resources to build architectures of censorship, surveillance, and control over the internet within their own borders," says Jessica Ludwig, Fellow of Global Policy at the Bush Institute.
Learn more about how the United States needs to recommit to strategic policies to stop digital authoritarianism: bushcenter.org/publications/…
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North Texas is gearing up for the 2026 FIFA World Cup – and so are we. ⚽
This summer, Game Changer: United by Sports, presented by Garry Weber, features soccer memorabilia from @FCDallas, @dallastrinityfc, and the National Soccer Hall of Fame to celebrate the world’s most popular sport and the communities it unites.
If you’re a soccer fan, make the Bush Center part of your experience today: bushcenter.org/plan-your-vis…
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