[87] In January 2006, a USA Today/CBS/Gallup poll recorded her approval rating at 82 percent and disapproval at 13 percent. According to The Washington Post, "[I]t made her look radiant and glamorous."[93]. [107] Later that month, after Miers had faced intense criticism, Laura Bush questioned whether the charges were sexist in nature. Millions of high-quality images, video, and music options are waiting for you. While in Hawaii, he also met his future wife, Laura Bush. [233], Four learning facilities have been named for her: the Laura Welch Bush Elementary School of Pasadena ISD in Houston, Texas,[234] the Laura W. Bush Elementary School in the Leander ISD in Travis County, Texas, just outside Austin,[235] the Laura Bush Middle School (Lubbock-Cooper ISD) in Lubbock, Texas,[236] and the Laura Bush Education Center at Camp Bondsteel, a U.S. military base in Kosovo. [22] Parsons, however, repeatedly denied the reports,[23] supported Mayor Bloomberg's efforts to repeal the term limits law, and supported Bloomberg for a third term in office. [14][15] The victim was her close friend and classmate Michael Dutton Douglas. Licensed real estate professionals / entities are also commonly referred to as real estate agents or Realtors. [8] He helped negotiate the company's merger with America Online in 2000, creating a $165-billion media conglomerate[10] that is "usually described as the worst merger of all time. (Photo by Shahar Azran/WireImage) Embed PURCHASE A LICENCE Standard editorial rights Custom rights How can I use this image? April 20, 2021, 9:57 AM PDT / Source: TODAY. [3], Parsons was born to an African-American family in Brooklyn, New York City, on April 4, 1948. [141], On April 26, 2014, she gave a speech at the Ericsson Center in Plano, Texas, where she spoke on behalf of the company's mentoring program for girls. Bush offered support for the issue by saying "when couples are committed to each other and love each other they ought to have the same sort of rights that everyone has." When Rockefeler was appointed Vice President of the United States, in 1974, Parsons followed him to Washington D.C., where he worked directly with President Gerald Ford. [45] Her major initiatives included education and women's health. [242][243] November, she received the 2015 Prevent Blindness Person of Vision Award. (Photo by Shahar Azran/WireImage) Embed PURCHASE A LICENSE Standard editorial rights Custom rights How can I use this image? Mr. Welch was working in El Paso, Texas as an office manager when World War II broke out. [105], Bush responded to a question during a 2006 interview concerning the Federal Marriage Amendment by calling for elected leaders not to politicize same-sex marriage, "I don't think it should be used as a campaign tool, obviously. The real estate license number 3287520 was issued to Bush, Barbara on 18 December, 2013. [48][49] She took an interest in mitigating the emotional effects of the attacks on children, particularly the disturbing images repeatedly replayed on television. [226] She was the recipient of a lifetime achievement award from the Junior League of Dallas, of which she is a member. [51] The conference, held in September 2006, encouraged a constant effort to promote literacy and highlighted many successful literacy programs. [154][155] and attended the memorial service for victims in the Dallas police officers shooting four months later in July. [191][192] The pair made a joint appearance at the George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum in September 2015, Bush appearing physically while Obama was present through a video call. "[50], Later in her tenure, she was honored by the United Nations, as the body named her honorary ambassador for the United Nations' Decade of Literacy. But only if you promise me that I'll never have to make a campaign speech. Obama thanked Bush for her handling of the aftermath of September 11 attacks, while Bush called her a "first lady who serves this country with such grace". [30] After narrowly winning the primary, he lost the general election. [216] Every year, the Laura Bush Foundation's grants awards more than $1,000,000 to US schools. [198] She also campaigned for vice presidential nominee Paul Ryan, telling a crowd in Detroit that he and Romney had "better answers" on the economy and foreign policy. 2023 Getty Images. Parsons had no clear idea what direction to take after college, but at the prompting of Laura, he decided to go to law school. [6], In 1971, Parsons served an internship at the New York State Legislature, at which time he was invited to work as a lawyer for the staff of New York Governor Nelson Rockefeler. 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Bush jokingly told then First Lady Michelle Obama at the ceremony that "nothing makes a house a home like having portraits of its former occupants staring down at you from the walls". [127], In April 2015, Bush criticized Rand Paul's isolationist stance on U.S. foreign aid, calling the view "not really realistic" and asserting the United States should save lives whenever it can. [60] This outreach was credited with directly saving the life of at least one woman who went to the hospital after experiencing symptoms of a heart attack after hearing her message. [15], In 2007, Parsons became the chairman of the board of directors of the Jazz Foundation of America. PROFILE INFORMATION: Laura Bush (Parsons), '64 For the privacy of our alumni you must first registeror loginto view this full alumni profile: New Putnam City High School Alumni and Classmates that have joined: Christopher Banks class of '00 Lauren Bush in New York Bush was signed with Elite Model Management before launching FEED. [118] In November 2009, the former First Lady, accompanied by her husband, made a visit to families of veterans in Fort Hood. [22] She was soon employed as a librarian at the Kashmere Gardens Branch at the Houston Public Library. [157] Operating in partnership with the Laura Bush Institute, the Jenna Welch Center, named for Bush's mother, strives for excellence in research, education and community outreach. Parsons, who's been married to psychologist Laura Bush for almost 50 years, acknowledges the pain it caused others and still causes him. [188][189] Shortly afterward, Bush told The Washington Post that she believed Obama was ready to leave the White House. [197] She mentioned how her mother-in-law Barbara Bush had picked up a crying AIDS baby while on a visit to the HIV/AIDS shelter "Grandma's House" in 1989. [145][146][147] In July, the former First Lady, accompanied by her husband, attended the centennial anniversary of Tioga Road In Yosemite National Park in July[148] and appeared in New Orleans in order to commemorate the tenth anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. The Getty Images design is a trademark of Getty Images. Bush referred to her 2000 interview, reaffirming her support for Roe v. Wade, "I think it's important that [abortion] remain legal. [4] When asked about her interest in politics, she responded "It doesn't drive me. She is the wife of former President George W. Bush, and the daughter-in-law of former president George H. W. Bush. She traveled to numerous countries as a representative of the United States. Parsons is also on the board of the family-created Museum of Modern Art. The Laura W. Bush Native Texas Park, open year round, reflects President and Mrs. Bush's love of the native Texas landscape. Laura Lane Welch was born on November 4, 1946, at Midland Memorial Hospital in Midland, Texas, the only child of Harold Welch and Jenna Louise (ne Hawkins) Welch. [199], After the 2012 election, where Romney lost to President Obama, Bush was asked in March 2013 during an interview whether the GOP's positions on social issues such as same-sex marriage and abortion led to more than half of female voters voting for the President. [55], On September 11, 2001, Bush had been hosting her in-laws George H. W. Bush and Barbara Bush at the White House and was scheduled to give a testimony to Congress on education. [13] He is chairman of the advisory board of Feigen Advisors, a CEO advisory firm run by Marc Feigen. They have three grown children: Gregory, Leslie and Rebecca. Richard Dean Parsons (born April 4, 1948), an American business executive, is the former chairman of Citigroup and the former chairman and CEO of Time Warner. [43] Wife: Laura Bush Parsons (three children) Mistress: MacDella Cooper (model, one daughter) Daughter: Ella (b. Aug-2008 with Cooper) University: BA History, University of Hawaii . "[60] She has undertaken a signature personal element of traveling around the country and talking to women at hospital and community events featuring the experiences of women who live, or had lived, with the condition. Born in Midland, Texas, Bush graduated from Southern Methodist University in 1968 with a bachelor's degree in education, and took a job as a second grade teacher. During his 11 years at the firm Parsons took on Happy Rockefeler, the widow of Nelson (who had died in 1979) as a high-profile client. [24] According to People magazine reporter Jane Simms Podesta, "She is the steel in his back. [227], During and after her tenure as the First Lady, Laura Bush received a number of awards and honors. This institute aims to integrate research, education and community outreach in a multidisciplinary approach to women's health and has begun efforts to establish a multi-campus women's health institute in Amarillo, El Paso, Lubbock and the Permian Basin. Bush previously served as First Lady of Texas from 1995 to 2000. [140] In September, she appeared at a fundraiser for the organization Solutions for Change. The former First Lady's accident is a tragedy that was kept quiet for years by the City Attorney and police department from Bush's hometown of Midland, Texas. [13], On the night of November 6, 1963, two days after her 17th birthday, Laura Welch ran a stop sign and struck another car, killing its driver. [1] He was previously the interim CEO of the Los Angeles Clippers NBA franchise. [119] However, Fox News revealed the trip the following morning. [26] The couple honeymooned in Cozumel, Mexico. Bush, a full-time resident of the island for the past decade, is the owner of Albany Records, which produces "uncommonly classical" music by American composers; she was previously the manager of the Albany, New York, symphony. Newzjunky - JCC Releases President's And Dean's Lists For Fall 2013 m.facebook.com. Clear skies. Gender: Male Race or Ethnicity: Black Sexual orientation: Straight Occupation: Business. Born: 4-Apr-1948 Birthplace: Brooklyn, NY. This included recruiting highly qualified teachers to ensure that young children would be taught well. [21], In August 2006, an article in New York Magazine reported that Parsons would likely run for Mayor of New York City in the 2009 New York mayoral election. He is also Chair of the Apollo Theater Foundation and co-chair of the advisory board of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture. I gotta say that First Ladies right now don't [get paid], even though that's a tough job! [60] She commented on the disease: "Like many women, I assumed heart disease was a man's disease and cancer was what we would fear the most. She also advanced women's causes through The Heart Truth and Susan G. Komen for the Cure organizations. Instead, it was as if my voice found me. To promote American patriotic heritage in schools, she helped launch the National Anthem Project. Boards are the best place to save images and video clips. [4] Through this, she promoted the Adopt-a-Caseworker Program to provide support for Child Protective Services. [190], In March 2015, Bush and Obama were named as co-chairs of the Find Your Park campaign, an attempt to increase national park support and introduce millennials to the park service before its centennial the following year. Many famous people have been charged with vehicular manslaughter, including Matthew Broderick.. Find Laura Bush's phone number, address, and email on Spokeo, the leading people search directory for contact information and public records. [101], Overall, Bush traveled to 77 countries in the eight years of her husband's presidency, touring 67 of those during the second term. He stepped down as CEO of Time Warner on December 31, 2007. In August 2007, the Laura W. Bush Institute for Women's Health (LWBIWH) was founded at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. [16], In June 2016, Parsons was appointed Board Chair of The Rockefeler Foundation, a foundation promoting the wellbeing of humanity all over the world. [133] She also said that prior to this speech she also visited houses of Mark Twain[134] at his 166th anniversary on November 29, 2001, and was a guest of the show Mark Twain Tonight. [27][28][29] Being of Liberian ethnicity, Cooper founded the MacDella Cooper Foundation in 2004 to help orphans and abandoned children in Liberia following the Second Liberian Civil War. cronin friend betty barb grand cortopassi [135] Ten years prior to the Luisa Hunnewell's estate visit she also visited Louisa May Alcott's Orchard House in Concord, Massachusetts at which she met with the National Trust for Historic Preservation's President and listened to Concord-Carlisle High School's chorus. I have loved books and going to the library ever since. Bush first became involved with The Heart Truth awareness campaign in 2003. [101] Later that October, she ventured to the Middle East. The book earned Goodreads Choice Award Nominee for Memoir and Autobiography (2010). She did say, however, that she had never dreamed that he would run for office. Born: May 17, 1972 . "[12], She met George W. Bush in July 1977 when mutual friends Joe and Jan O'Neill invited her and Bush to a backyard barbecue at their home. [54], On October 3, 2008, she visited Laura Ingalls Wilder Historic Home and Museum where she praised her works such as Farmer Boy, These Happy Golden Years and Little House on the Prairie, the last of which she had felt an association with as a child. She endured surgery and had no further signs of cancer. [125] In June 2016, Bush stated that she hoped the US remained in Afghanistan and had consulted with women there who feared the departure of American troops would create "a vacuum" similar to Iraq, furthering that the US "would have to start all over again" if they withdrew troops. [244], In November 2016 Bush received 10 for 10 award from Women's Democracy Network in recognition of her years of work on behalf of Afghan women's rights. She established the Women's Health and Wellness Initiative and became involved with two major campaigns. We need to reassure them that many people love them and care for them, and that while there are some bad people in the world, there are many more good people. [208][209] Jeb Bush dropped out of the race after the South Carolina primary. She represented the United States during her foreign trips, which tended to focus on HIV/AIDS and malaria awareness. ", "The Laura Bush Foundation for America's Libraries Awards More Than $1.09 Million in Grants to School", "Institute of Museum and Library Services", "LAURA BUSH 21ST CENTURY LIBRARIAN PROGRAM - FY17 NOTICE OF FUNDING OPPORTUNITY", "Former first lady Laura Bush donates money to AISD libraries", "Book reviews of Spoken from the heart by readers", "Junior League of Dallas Announces MRS. 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Bush's grandkids have odd nickname for him". [175][176], In September 2009, Bush openly praised President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama. She is also credited with having a stabilizing effect on his private life. [131] Bush was portrayed in the White House's Green Room in her portrait, wearing a midnight blue gown. Laura W. Bush Institute for Women's Health makes no warranties, expressed or implied, and hereby disclaims and negates all other warranties including, without limitation, implied warranties or conditions of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement of intellectual property or other violation of rights. In 2007, she received the Golden Plate Award of the American Academy of Achievement. [4] He was one of five children. [60], With her predecessor, former First Lady Nancy Reagan, Bush dedicated the First Ladies Red Dress Collection at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in May 2005. After attaining her master's degree in library science at the University of Texas at Austin, she was employed as a librarian. [164] In September, Bush delivered the keynote address at the Gateway to Opportunity luncheon at the Omni Dallas Hotel. But one lesser known case is that of Laura Bush, whose car struck and killed a 17-year-old classmate in 1963. [46] In 2001, to promote reading and education, she partnered with the Library of Congress to launch the annual National Book Festival. When his polls were really high they weren't on the front page. She did not comment on whether women had the right to an abortion. 257 HIGHLAND RD TARPON SPRINGS, FL 34689 . Collect, curate and comment on your files. [90], She disagreed with Fox News' Chris Wallace in 2006 when Wallace asked why the American people were beginning to lose confidence in President Bush, saying, "Well, I don't think they are. The couple expressed their wishes that the trip not be publicized. In 2001, United States President George W. Bush selected Parsons to co-chair a commission on Social Security. [158] In April, Bush was the keynote speaker of the 25th annual Art of Hope Gala at the Dallas Museum of Art. On June 17, 2018, Bush wrote an opinion piece firmly opposing the Trump administration family separation policy in The Washington Post. He became an advisory trustee of the family's principal philanthropy, the Rockefeler Brothers Fund, and he sits with David Rockefeler on the board of the World Trade Center Memorial Foundation. [137] That month it was announced that she would serve as a keynote speaker for the 2013 Global Business Travel Association Convention in August. [58] Bush believes the September 11 attacks ignited the interest in the way Afghan women were treated.[59]. The status of license is Current (Active) and . 887 Laura Parsons Photos and Premium High Res Pictures - Getty Images Images Editorial Video Editorial FILTERS CREATIVE EDITORIAL VIDEO 887 Laura Parsons Premium High Res Photos Browse 887 laura parsons stock photos and images available, or start a new search to explore more stock photos and images. [160][161] On May 31, Bush delivered a speech at the South-Central Monarch Symposium on the monarch butterfly decline in recent years. In March she affirmed her support for her brother-in-law, calling herself and her husband "huge Jeb supporters". "[38], Though during her years in the Governor's Mansion, she did not hold a single formal event,[39] Laura worked for women's and children's causes including health, education, and literacy. Ethnicity: White, Not Hispanic . After attaining her master's degree in library science at the University of Texas at Austin, she was employed as a librarian. In spite of her shyness, the new role forced her to become a . In 1977, Parsons returned to New York and became a partner after only two years at the Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler law firm; also working at the firm was Giuliani. "[106], On July 12, 2005, while in South Africa, Bush suggested her husband replace retiring Supreme Court justice Sandra Day O'Connor with another woman. [27] Laura, an only child, said she gained "brothers and sisters and wonderful in-laws" who all accepted her after she wed George W. Though her poll numbers had decreased from an 80% approval rating, they still superseded that of President Bush, whose approval rating was only praised by a third of Americans. [182], In July 2013, Bush and Obama appeared together in Africa at the First Ladies Summit. The book was published on May 10, 2016. [40] She established the First Lady's Family Literacy Initiative, which encouraged families to read together. By some accounts, Douglas had been Welch's boyfriend at one time, but she stated that he was not her boyfriend at that time but rather a very close friend. Bush created the Laura Bush Foundation for America's Libraries "to support the education of our nation's children by providing funds to update, extend, and diversify the book and print collections of America's school libraries". Small $175.00 Medium $375.00 Large 2002 x 3000 px (6.67 x 10 in) [14], In September 2018, Parsons became the Interim Chairman of the Board for CBS, replacing Les Moonves. [47], The following day, she composed open letters to America's families, focusing on elementary and middle school students, which she distributed through state education officials. [38] The Bush campaign worked to assure voters that as First Lady, she would not seek to emulate then-First Lady Hillary Clinton, who had faced controversy for leading several policy initiatives from within the White House despite being unelected. Immediately following the September 11, 2001 attacks, Bush spoke regarding America's children: [W]e need to reassure our children that they are safe in their homes and schools. Send Sympathy Card. The Laura Bush 21st Century Library Program grant, offered by the Institute of Museum and Library Services, provides funding for "the recruitment and education of library students and continuing education for those already in the profession, as well as the development of new programs and curricula". [210][211] The following month, Bush declined answering if she would vote for Trump, who was the frontrunner in the Republican primary, should he become the nominee[212][213] and said the U.S. was going through a xenophobic period at the time of the election cycle. When I was a little girl, my mother would read stories to me. [143] On May 9, 2014, she was scheduled to speak at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center on the anniversary of the Boston Marathon bombing. (Photo by Shahar Azran/WireImage). When she became aware of the advertisement last night, we requested that the group remove her from it. George W. Bush and Laura Bush said their new granddaughter is "healthy and adorable." The former president and first lady shared a statement with People, saying, "With full hearts, Laura and I are delighted to announce the birth of our new granddaughter." They described Cora as "healthy and adorable," adding that they "are proud and grateful." "[82] Bush relied on a strategy of praising the Republican candidate for their achievements and attending events alongside them. Small $215.00 Medium $500.00 Large 2002 x 3000 px (16.95 x 25.4 cm) [45], Early into the administration, Bush made it known that she would focus much of her attention on education. [101][102] She defined the trip as successful, saying that stereotypes were broken on both sides. In the later months of 2012, Bush campaigned for Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney, hosting a fundraiser in September with Ann Romney and appearing in Livonia, Michigan, the following month for a Romney campaign event. [60] It is an organization established by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute to raise awareness about heart disease in women, and how to prevent the condition. [17][18], From the early 1980s through much of the 1990s, Parsons owned a house near the Rockefeler family estate in Pocantico Hills (see Kykuit), where his grandfather was once a groundskeeper. Aaron Bush Addresses. [63] She has participated in fashion shows displaying red dresses worn on celebrities as well. [121], On May 11, 2010, during an interview on Larry King Live, Bush was asked about same-sex marriage. [3][10], Her father was a house builder and later successful real estate developer, while her mother worked as the bookkeeper for her father's business. [85][86], Laura Bush's approval ratings have consistently ranked very high. [27], In 2015, Parsons was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a rare form of blood cancer. [22][33] She reflected that she thought her husband "was drinking too much" amid her knowing it was not his desired way of living. [240][241], In October 2015, Bush was conferred an honorary Doctor of Letters degree from Wayland Baptist University in recognition of her longtime advocacy on behalf of education, health care and human rights following an address she gave on the university's campus. Born on May 22, 1986, Laura was the third and youngest daughter of Dr. Timothy and Sharon Bresnahan (ne Roggow). I enjoyed the Little House on the Prairie and Little Women books, and many others Reading gives you enjoyment throughout your life. Concordias 2021 Leadership Award Goes to Former U.S. First Lady Laura Bush, the LEGO Group CEO Niels B. Christiansen, and Justice for Migrant Women Founder & President Monica Ramirez. [180][181] In their remarks, the two sang each other's praises. [232] She accepted The Nichols-Chancellor's Medal on behalf of disaster relief workers around the world in May 2006 from Vanderbilt University. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. The university, which is the product of eastwest foundational partnerships (Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Open Society Foundation, IKEA Foundation etc.) [105] She did say, however, that the country should do "what we can to limit the number of abortions, to try to reduce the number of abortions in a lot of ways, and that is, by talking about responsibility with girls and boys, by teaching abstinence, having abstinence classes everywhere in schools and in churches and in Sunday school". When the weekend was over, the most visible evidence of the visit was the guest book at Parsons Lodge in Tuolumne Meadows, wherein Laura Bush lists her hometown as Washington, D.C. There's a star . After New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson withdrew his name from consideration for the position of Secretary of Commerce in the Obama Administration, Parsons's name was floated as a possible nominee. [250] In 2005 her biography The Perfect Wife: The Life and Choices of Laura Bush by Ann Gerhart was published. Organize, control, distribute and measure all of your digital content. Email: aaronbush16@bellsouth.net . THE SMITHSONIAN'S National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) named a new deputy director on Jan. 10. In 2006, Parsons was selected to co-chair the transition team for the incoming Governor of New York, Eliot Spitzer. She and her husband had twin daughters, named Barbara and Jenna in honor of their grandmothers. Winds SSW at 5 to 10 mph.. Tonight.