DALLAS, TEXAS — The George W. Bush Presidential Center will welcome Jared Cohen, author of Life After Power: Seven Presidents and Their Search for Purpose Beyond the White House, and Dr. Jeffrey A. Engel, author and David Gergen Director of the Center for Presidential History at SMU on Oct. 28 to discuss the post-presidency, insights from history, and memorable stories at a special edition of Engage at the Bush Center, presented by NexPoint.
To purchase tickets go to: https://www.bushcenter.org/events-and-exhibits.
Media interested in credentialing for the event may visit, www.bushcenter.org/credentials.
In his book, Cohen explores the lives of seven former presidents and tells how they changed history and what they decided to do with their lives after having the most powerful job in the world: President of the United States. Presidents from Thomas Jefferson to George W. Bush are featured in Cohen’s book, where he shows different president’s unique approaches to the next chapters in their lives.
Dr. Engel’s unique background of authoring or editing thirteen books on American foreign policy, and teaching university classes on American history, international relations, and grand strategy will bring a special perspective to a President’s career after having an unusual place in American life.
President Bush’s Chief of Staff Freddy Ford will moderate the conversation which will examine finding purpose beyond the White House.
To purchase tickets or view other upcoming Bush Center events, go to: https://www.bushcenter.org/events-and-exhibits.
WHAT: Purpose Beyond the White House: A Conversation on the Post-Presidency
WHERE: George W. Bush Presidential Center
2943 SMU Boulevard
Dallas, TX 75205
Media will meet at the Bush Center loading dock.
Event details and livestream is also available here.
WHEN: Monday, Oct. 28
6:30 p.m. CT
MEDIA RSVP: http://www.bushcenter.org/credentials
Media should credential to attend no later than 5 p.m. CT on Friday, Oct.25.
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George W. Bush Presidential Center
Located on the SMU campus in Dallas, Texas, the George W. Bush Presidential Center is a nonpartisan institution advancing the timeless values of freedom, opportunity, accountability, and compassion. The Bush Center comprises the George W. Bush Presidential Museum and the George W. Bush Institute, a solution-oriented policy organization focused on ensuring opportunity for all, strengthening democracy, and advancing free societies through policy solutions and public engagement. The Bush Center also houses the George W. Bush Presidential Library, operated by the National Archives and Records Administration, which provides access to official documents and artifacts from the George W. Bush Administration. Learn more about the Bush Center at bushcenter.org.
About Engage at the Bush Center, Presented by NexPoint
The Engage at the Bush Center series, presented by NexPoint, brings newsmakers, thought leaders, and popular figures to the George W. Bush Presidential Center. Thought-provoking, entertaining discussions and experiences allow our guests access to events that only a presidential center can provide.
