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>> thank you for holding this wonderful event and sincere gratitude goes to the first lady for being our special host today. thank you. [applause] >> it is an honor to be here with all of you and a privilege to unveil the postal service's stamp commemorating the life, memory and legacy of one of america's most prominent women, first lady barbara bush. today we recognize mrs. bush not only as a beloved first lady but as a remarkable american in her own right. she charted a legacy for herself and did it with conviction, determination and compassion. barbara bush was known for her

drive to help others, a drive through her own life experiences and tragedies. the loss of her daughter, robin, to leukemia at the age of 3 left an indelible mark on her heart and profound empathy for individuals and families marked by illness. in 1989, mrs. bush visited the hospice and cradled a child dying from aids. at that time even touching someone with aids was not only stigmatized but feared. in that moment, she encouraged the country to look past the disease and see the suffering child. in that vision, she helped shift people's perceptions about the disease and changed an entire nation's conversation. when that was done george w. bush would later continue in his presidency.

struggling with the -- dyslexia, she took on the challenge of illiteracy, a defining pillar of her social platform. and family literacy in 1989 and championing the national literacy act in 1991. through her tenure as first lady, she hosted mrs. bush's story time, national radio broadcast, encouraging adults to read aloud to children. these efforts would equip young americans with poor skills needed to succeed in life. the book she wrote inspired by her beloved dog taught bestseller lists and proceeds for use to further fund literacy programs. her name is in schools from texas to arizona, a children's hospital in maine, and her literacy plans a in houston, all symbols of her lifelong mission to connect families and

communities to the power of knowledge. as you can see, the personal struggles marking missus bush's life did not harden her. they inspired her. and deepened her connection to americans they served. what truly matters, family, compassion, and service. through those lessons she became a national example of strength, humility, and grace. what missus bush is most remembered for is her plainspoken honesty, sharp and often self-deprecating sense of humor and authenticity. she spoke her mind, laughed at herself and stay grounded even as history unfold around her. her legacy lives on not just in things that bear her name but

in lives changed through education and the compassion she modeled. and the lessons she left behind. the first ever stamp honoring barbara bush, the image which is a detail from her official white house portrait shows missus bush wearing one of her multi strand pearl necklaces. her portrait, on oil and canvas painting, created in 1995 by an artist who painted oil portraits of all 45 us presidents. first lady barbara bush represented the best of america. we are so proud to honor her life and her many contributions to our great nation with this beautiful piece of art. the moment we are waiting for, do the honors please. okay, are we ready?

one, 2, three. [applause] >> on behalf of the united states postal service i'm pleased to commemorate her legacy of service to the nation through the barbara bush postage stamp and it is my pleasure to introduce alice yates, chief executive officer of the george and barbara bush foundation. [applause]

>> thank you. what a special opportunity for family, friends, and loved ones, former staff members, to gather here and on our first lady barbara bush, really beautiful here at the white house. your kindness and generous hospitality is so appreciated. our thanks to judy for the kind introduction and your remarks were so lovely. all the men and women of the united states postal service, thank you for recognizing mrs. bush in such a meaningful way during her centennial year. i can only imagine, we talked about it a little bit, the memories that are flooding the minds of members of the bush family to be back here in the white house to reflect on your mother, your beloved friends, your mentor, how nostalgic it must feel, what a privilege to join you for an honor such as this. i want to take a moment to

recognize president and missus bush's son, neil and daughter, dora, dorothy bush koch, you know that george hw bush was the love of barbara bush's life. a love so evident, 73 years of marriage. many would say there wouldn't be a president george h w bush if it wasn't for barbara bush. we know that. in fact, as your father did so well, wrote in a letter, you have given me joy that few men no, he wrote, i have climbed perhaps the highest mountain in the world but even that cannot hold a candle to being barbara's husband. she was by his side throughout his historic public service career culminating with his election, ultimately president

of the united states. barbara bush was well prepared for life as america's first lady and so many amazing accomplishments that she was a powerful force for change. and tirelessly advocacy, education is a civil right no matter one's age. played a key role behind the scenes for the national literacy act, bipartisan passage of that legislation in this elevated the needs of adult learners which was often overlooked and firmly placed literacy at the heart of american policy. today's event is a reminder it reminds us of the legacy of integrity, grace, service, grit, and at the george and barbara bush foundation, dedicated to preserving legacy

of president and missus bush carrying forward their service and commitment to traditional american values. whether through our guest at the presidential library, students at the bush school of government public service or the literacy education program throughout the nation, every day we collectively share the legacy of george and barbara bush with others is a good day for our country. thank you for the opportunity and joining us in that effort through this beautiful tribute to first lady barbara bush. we look forward, june 10th, the continued impact we will see as a new generation experiences someone so love for all of us here today, first lady barbara bush. it is my honor to introduce the beloved daughter of george and

barbara bush, dorothy bush koch. [applause] >> thank you. mrs. trump, distinguished guests, thank you for being part of this special day. we are so grateful to you for hosting us at the white house on this momentous occasion. being here brings back so many memories, my mom always loved to come back and visit. and reminding me to keep these remarks short. thank you to the postal service. the stamp perfectly captures mom's poise and dignity. mom would be happy she's featured with her favorite portrait by the great american artist, chad stayed in who is here today.

and stuart mclaurin and the white house historical association for all they have done to support today's event. their work is there work is so important to keeping the white house and its amazing history available for all americans. barbara bush, known to many as mom, or most famously in our family, the enforcer, will forever be remembered for her strength, abounding love for family, deep commitment to literacy, 16 years old mom, the only man she would ever kiss, and -- isar her burst into tears when her mother's stamp was unveiled. but anyway. let's see.

okay. the only man she would ever kiss at a school dance, two years later she was engaged to george h w bush beginning a partnership that would span decades and help shape history. little did she know the adventures ahead. life with george bush was never born. mom live through six children, 21 grandchildren, 27 movers from california to china, 7 wars, three dress sizes, two governors. 7 parachute jumps and two presidents. when she became first lady she transformed the white house into a true home. she hosted hundreds of guests, regularly invited children and her grandchildren for sleepovers and even welcomed

six spaniels into the mix. mom told staff she wanted to do something every day to help others so that is what she did. she scheduled many visits that highlighted the need, helped encourage volunteerism, focused on literacy. her signature because, all the problems in the world would be solved if every man, woman and child could write and comprehend. in one defining moment mom helped shift to the national dialogue around hiv/aids during a visit to grandma's house hospice in washington dc, she cradled baby donovan, an instant with hiv at a time when fear and stigma were rampant that simple compassionate act captured in a photo that made national headlines spoke louder than words ever could.

mom was never one to shy away from speaking the truth or taking a stand. her 1990 commencement speech at wellesley college initially met with resistance, went on to become one of the most celebrated speeches of the 20th century. and it she encouraged graduates to pursue meaningful relationships over material success saying at the end of your life you will never regret not having passed one more test, not winning one more verdict or not closing one more deal. you will regret time not spent with a husband, child, friend or parent. with her signature white hair and pearls she became an icon in her own right and even as a former first lady she remained humble and humorous when recognized at sam's club in houston she would often respond

no, i am much younger and prettier. our family is immeasurably blessed to call barbara bush our mom. her legacy lives on not only in history books but in the hearts of everyone she touched. it is unlikely that mom ever pictured herself on a postage stamp, and it is very likely she would be wondering what this fuss is about today but on behalf of my entire family, i can assure you that we are all very proud and grateful for this special tribute to. it is now my privilege and honor to introduce the first lady of the united states, milania trump. [applause] >> thank you.

welcome, every one, the bush family, nice to have you here, thank you, dora, for a beautiful introduction and welcome back to the white house as we honor the lives and legacy of your mother, first lady barbara bush. barbara's unwavering conviction, dignity and deeply loyal to her loved ones, have left an undeniable mark on our hearts and history. ..s can be seen in her family, friends, and former staff who also join us here today and continue her legacy. many thanks to the representatives of the george and george and barbara bush foundation for joining us today. along with the barbara bush foundation for family literacy, you help current and future generations to navigate the

world incompetent and dignity. and i would like to thank the white house come historical association and the united states postal service, especially judy who made today's event possible. [applause] strong american families are the foundation of a healthy society, and serve as a stepping stone towards building a better world. the dynamics within american households shape our nation's core values. it is within the privacy of our homes and the principles of morality, ambition and empathy take root. the family unit serves as our first line of foresight, often more influential than the decision made in washington, d.c.

barbara bush iconic commencement address at wellesley college in 1990 remains an important moment in the conversation surrounding women's role in society. herh message which emphasize the importance of family and personal integrity encouraged women to carve their own paths in life. mrs. bush exclaimed. your success as a family, our success as a society, depends not on what happens in the white house but ont what happens insie your house. the first lady further inspired the audience by highlighting the importance of pursuing personal dreams, stating, the winner of the coupe race will be the first to realize her dream, not society dreams, her own personal dreams.

who knows? somewhere out in this audience may even be someone who will one day follow in my footsteps and preside over the white house, and i wish him well. [laughing] over 35 years have passed since barbara bush made the call for a female american president, a reflection of her forward thinking vision. as a devoted mother and one of only 21st ladies who have sun also assented to the presidency, she embodied the complex interplay of ambition and identity that defies us all. mrs. bush his legacy is marked by her respect for tradition also breaking we can convention. while she's done for championing literacy, she also supported women's empowerment, change national conversation on aids

and took a stand support gay rights. i applaud her mark defending our societies vital need for women across all avenues whether ceo or homemaker. we have, can, and will build better families and runwe innovative businesses at the same time. ultimately, shaping a brighter future. the unveiling of this commemorative stamp honors arbor pushes contributions as first lady and her enduring impact on our nation. they distribute inspire us to lead with compassion, act with strength, and uphold the values that correct us all us towards meaningful existence. thank you. [applause]

>> ladies and gentlemen, please remain in your seat until the first lady departs the east room. thankan you. ♪ ♪ ♪ >> here's a look at some of our live coverage coming up today on c-span. at 10 a.m. the center for strategic and international studies will hold a discussion on what inside the russia-ukraine will provide for future conflicts. later at 1:45 p.m. eastern experts and diplomats from u.s. and india will meet for panel discussions on india global relations amid the nation's rising tensions and conflict with its neighbor pakistan. you can also watch these events live on a c-span now app or online at c-span.org.

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