U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit Spousal Program, Part 1
The Office of the First Lady, the George W. Bush Institute, and the U.S. Department of State hosted, “Investing in Our Future at the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit,” a day-long “Spousal Program” at the Kennedy Center for Performing Arts highlighting the role first spouses play and focused on the impact of investments in education, health, and public-private partnerships. It was part of the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit held in Washington from August 4-6, 2014, to strengthen ties between U.S. and African leaders.
After welcoming remarks by first lady Michelle Obama she was joined by her predecessor Laura Bush to be interviewed by Cokie Roberts. Topics… read more
After welcoming remarks by first lady Michelle Obama she was joined by her predecessor Laura Bush to be interviewed by Cokie Roberts. Topics included the initiatives they chose to spotlight, how they went about selecting an issue, and the criticism that sometimes comes with trying to advance a cause. Agnes Netunze appeared in a video presentation.
The Office of the First Lady, the George W. Bush Institute, and the U.S. Department of State hosted, “Investing in Our Future at the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit,” a day-long “Spousal Program” at the Kennedy Center for Performing Arts highlighting the role first spouses play and focused on the impact of investments in education, health, and public-private partnerships. It was part of the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit held in Washington from August 4-6, 2014, to strengthen ties between U.S. and African leaders. close
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