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Official portrait of U.S. President George W. Bush.

George W. Bush

George Walker Bush was the 43rd president of the United States. He served from 2001 to 2009. He was the eldest son of George H. W. Bush, the 41st president, and grew up in the well-known Bush family.

Before becoming president, Bush served as the governor of Texas from 1995 to 2000. In this role, he worked on improving schools and supporting new ideas like wind power.

Bush became president after winning the 2000 election. During his time as president, he focused on keeping the country safe and helping people around the world with health problems. He also worked on improving schools and helping older people pay for medicine.

Bush married Laura Welch in 1977. They have two daughters, Barbara and Jenna. Bush enjoys reading, painting, and playing golf. After leaving office, Bush and his family moved back to Texas, where they live today. He has spent time painting and helping with projects to support veterans and education.

Bush’s time as president was remembered for many important moments. People have different thoughts about his work, but he is known for trying to keep the country safe and for programs that helped many people.

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Official portrait of George W. Bush taken in January 2001.
A family portrait of George H. W. Bush, Barbara Bush, and their young son George W. Bush during his time at Yale University.
A yearbook photo of George W. Bush from his time at Phillips Academy Andover in 1964.
Former President Gerald Ford greets George W. Bush and his family at a Republican National Convention in Dallas, Texas.
Portrait of former President George H. W. Bush with his son George W. Bush and daughter-in-law Laura Bush at the dedication of the George Bush Presidential Library in Texas.
George W. Bush speaking at a campaign event in Grand Rapids, Michigan, during his 2004 re-election bid.
President George W. Bush takes the oath of office during his inauguration ceremony at the United States Capitol.
Official portrait of President George W. Bush, 43rd President of the United States.
President George W. Bush signs the No Child Left Behind Act in 2002, surrounded by government officials.
President George W. Bush gives a speech about energy in the White House Rose Garden, with Secretary Dirk Kempthorne watching.
President George W. Bush speaks about border security during an official visit to the US-Mexico border in 2005, accompanied by Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff.
President George W. Bush announces the nomination of Alberto Gonzales as U.S. Attorney General during a press conference in 2004.

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