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2010

Publication of the Memoir 'Spoken from the Heart' in 2010

11 May 2010

Publication of the Memoir 'Spoken from the Heart' in 2010

2009

Visit to families of veterans in Fort Hood

Nov 2009

Speech at the 25th Annual Women's Conference

26 Oct 2009

Former First Lady Laura Bush publicly praised President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama

Sep 2009

2008

Recognition of Christian Freedom International Award Recipient and Board Member Involvement

Dec 2008

Recognition of Christian Freedom International Award Recipient and Board Member Involvement

Laura Bush and Michelle Obama form a friendship

10 Nov 2008

Laura Bush hosts legacy lunch with historians

Oct 2008

Visit to Laura Ingalls Wilder Historic Home

03 Oct 2008

Laura Bush speaks at 2008 Republican National Convention

02 Sep 2008

Laura Bush speaks at 2008 Republican National Convention

Advocacy for AIDS Patients by First Lady Bush Highlights Public Health Initiatives

2008

Bush Collaborates with Daughter Jenna on First Book 'Read All About It!'

23 Apr 2008

2007

Laura Bush meets with Pink Majlis in UAE

22 Oct 2007

Laura Bush's 2007 trip to the Middle East

20 Oct 2007

Laura Bush's 2007 trip to the Middle East

Founding of Laura W. Bush Institute for Women's Health

Aug 2007

Founding of Laura W. Bush Institute for Women's Health

Trip to Myanmar Highlights Advocacy Efforts and Engagement with Local Issues

Jul 2007

First Lady's Goodwill Trips to Africa Focus on Raising Awareness and Promoting Initiatives

2007

Golden Plate Award of the American Academy of Achievement

2007

2006

Conference on Global Literacy Promotes Ongoing Efforts for Improvement and Awareness

18 Sep 2006

Bush Addresses Federal Marriage Amendment During 2006 Interview

2006

Nichols-Chancellor's Medal Awarded to First Lady Laura Bush

May 2006

Laura Bush campaigns in 2006 midterm elections

Apr 2006

Laura Bush campaigns in 2006 midterm elections

Recognition and Awards Received by Laura Bush During and After Her Tenure as First Lady

Mar 2006

2005

Laura Bush suggests female Supreme Court nominee

12 Jul 2005

Grants awarded after Hurricane Katrina and Hurricane Rita

2005

Exhibit Showcasing Red Suits Worn by Former First Ladies, Including Lady Bird Johnson

May 2005

American Library Association Recognizes Contributions of Notable Librarian

Apr 2005

Laura Bush's Approval Ratings Reflect Consistent Popularity and Public Perception

20 Jan 2005

2004

Laura Bush campaigns for George W. Bush's re-election

2004

Laura Bush campaigns for George W. Bush's re-election

2003

Laura Bush was honored with the Living Legend Award from the Library of Congress

18 Oct 2003

Laura Bush joins The Heart Truth campaign

2003

Laura Bush joins The Heart Truth campaign