2022 Distinguished Leaders Speaker Series Wrap-up

Each year, our George and Barbara Bush Center for Scholars and Leaders host a Distinguished Leader Speaker Series. This year, on February 1, 2022, we were privileged to have Jean Becker and Jim McGrath join us for our assembly. Within the hour and half we had together, Jean and Jim shared behind-the-scenes stories about a man driven by service and love. We discovered so much about President George H.W. Bush, who Jean worked side-by-side with for 25 years as his Chief of Staff, and Jim as his longtime spokesperson and friend. Jean and Jim shared some of the most interesting and unexpected moments of Bush’s Legacy. Most importantly, Jean and Jim's stories affirmed many values we share, motivated by helping others and having a little fun along the way. We also presented the Distinguished Service Medal to Jean Becker and Jim McGrath for Public Service. To watch a recording of our live stream, click here.

 

Jim and Jean, thank you for your insightful comments and stories of what it means to serve the 41st president and his wife, and through them, our nation.