Laura Bush
Laura Bush
Laura Lane Welch Bushis the wife of the 43rd President of the United States, George W. Bush, and was the First Lady from 2001 to 2009...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionFirst Lady
Date of Birth4 November 1946
CountryUnited States of America
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Even though progress has been made, there's more to do, ... There are still people in our society who hurt. There's still prejudice holding people back. There's still a school system that doesn't elevate every child so they can learn. There's still a need for us to hear the words of Martin Luther King to make sure the hope of America extends its reach into every neighborhood across this land.
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He talked to me about the worries of terrorism-- the worries right now about the violence in Beirut, Damascus, and other cities.
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The responsibility of caring for hundreds of thousands of citizens who no longer have homes is going to place many demands on our nation, ... We have many difficult days ahead, especially as we recover those who did not survive the storm.
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I remember feeling as if a blanket had been thrown over our school,
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Each one of them are passionate advocates for the people of Connecticut.
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I also think it's a time if parents want to do this, especially if your children are a little older, to have a little, you know, memorial service of your own. Maybe light a candle,
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is not going to legislate from the bench.
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The world saw this tidal wave of disaster ascend upon the Gulf Coast, ... Now they can see a tidal wave of compassion.
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In my next budget, I will propose an increase of $1 billion for the federal program that aids disadvantaged schoolchildren,
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She and I were like two fingers crossed,
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Brazil is a very important player ... When Brazil speaks, people listen carefully.
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These textbooks will be created in Africa so they will represent the unique experiences of African students.
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It's difficult. But also, I think people know that half of what's in the tabloids is not true. I hope people read that with a grain of salt.
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Our horses aren't working as a team this morning,