Barbara Bush re-entered the political arena to support her son, George W. Bush

In 2004, Barbara Bush re-entered the political arena to support her son, George W. Bush, during his campaign for reelection as President of the United States. Her active involvement included delivering speeches and rallying support for his policies, which played a significant role in his successful bid for a second term. Following his reelection, Barbara Bush continued to advocate for key initiatives, notably participating in a 2005 tour of Florida aimed at promoting her son's Social Security reform plan. However, her campaign efforts were not without controversy. During this period, she made a remark regarding hurricane victims that was perceived as insensitive, suggesting that those affected could remain in Texas because they were 'underprivileged anyway.' This comment sparked criticism and reinforced a narrative that the Bush family was disconnected from the struggles of everyday Americans. Despite the backlash, Barbara Bush's commitment to her son's presidency and policies remained evident throughout the campaign and into his second term.