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Laura’s legacy luncheon
It was luncheon and legacy in the White House family dining room today as First Lady Laura Bush and invited guests (journalists, academics, historians) talked about Mrs. Bush’s years in the building.
Says Sally McDonough, Mrs. Bush’s press secretary: “It was a small luncheon to talk about Mrs. Bush’s initiatives with some historians, some authors, some feature-writers.” It was, McDonough says, an “off-the-record nice get-together.”
Invitees included folks who will report on Mrs. Bush’s legacy (including Cokie Roberts of ABC and NPR) and some who will write about and be asked about the legacy (including Carl Sferrazza Anthony, author of several books on presidential wives and families).
Guests enjoyed wild striped bass with porcini as main course and were given handouts on seven topics. Beverage du jour was Beringer Chardonnay Reserve 2005.
Click continue reading to see handout titles.
Mrs. Laura Bush’s Leadership. First Lady’s Work Advances President Bush’s Agenda at Home and Abroad.
Building A Hopeful Future For Afghanistan. Mrs. Bush is a Leading Advocate for the People of Afghanistan as They Rebuild Their Country.
Speaking Out on Behalf of The People of Burma. Mrs. Bush Supports Burmese People’s Efforts to Free Themselves from Regime’s Tyranny.
Helping America’s Youth. Mrs. Bush Focuses Efforts on Advancing Education and Opportunity for Young People.
Safeguarding America’s Heritage. Mrs. Bush Leads National Efforts for Historical Preservation.
Ambassador for The Heart Truth. Mrs. Bush Inspires Women to Protect Their Heart Health.
Protecting America’s National Treasures and Natural Resources. Mrs. Bush’s Leadership Helps Protect Our National Parks, Oceans and Coastal Resources.
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