Barbara Bush Quotes
A collection of quotes by Barbara Bush.
Barbara Bush (1925-2018) was an American political figure and the wife of the 41st President of the United States, George H. W. Bush. Born as Barbara Pierce in New York City, she grew up in an affluent family and attended prestigious schools. She met George Bush while still in high school and the couple married in 1945. They went on to have six children together, including future President George W. Bush.
As the wife of a prominent politician, Barbara Bush played an active role in her husband's political campaigns and was known for her wit, charm, and dedication to public service. As First Lady from 1989 to 1993, she focused on promoting literacy and reading nationwide through her Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy. She became popular for her humorous and witty remarks but was also respected for her genuine compassion and commitment to causes such as AIDS awareness and helping the homeless.
After leaving the White House, Barbara Bush continued her involvement in charitable work and co-authored a memoir with her husband titled "All the Best, George Bush: My Life in Letters and Other Writings." Her health declined in her later years, and she passed away on April 17, 2018, in Houston, Texas. Barbara Bush will be remembered as a gracious and beloved First Lady who made a lasting impact on literacy and humanitarian causes.
