Laura Bush
U.S. First Lady
Name at birth: Laura Welch
Laura Bush is the wife of George W. Bush, the 43rd president of the United States. She holds a bachelor's degree in education from Southern Methodist University and a master's degree in library science from the University of Texas; after graduation she worked as an elementary school teacher and a librarian in Texas schools. She married Bush in 1977. During her husband's years as governor of Texas (1995-2001), Laura Bush became known as an advocate for education and literacy -- issues she continued to pursue in the White House. The Bushes have twin daughters, Barbara and Jenna Bush.
For more information on Laura Bush and her family, see our feature The Bush Clan.
Laura Bush joins William S. Burroughs and Matthew Broderick in our loop Accidental Killers.
Blog posts mentioning Laura Bush:
Bush Twins: Born in Dallas
Four Good Links
The White House
The First Lady's official site from the executive mansion
Laura Bush Talks About Family Issues
An old campaign-trail interview, mostly about her husband's agenda
Learning to Read Laura Bush
This 2001 Washington Post profile includes biographical details
Larry King Interviews Laura Bush
Lengthy CNN transcript from 2003
Vital Stats
Birth
4 November 1946
(age 61)
Birthplace
Death
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Best Known As
Wife of president George W. Bush
