Laura Bush Quotes, Thoughts and images

Leadership is not about popularity, it is about doing what is right.

Children who are read to learn two things: First, that reading is worthwhile, and second, that they are worthwhile.

I have found the most valuable thing in my wallet is my library card.

When you reach out to others in need, when you reach out to the world, you really do have a satisfying life by helping others.

We can overcome evil with greater good.

In contrast to my husband, I can pronounce the word nuclear.

Time spent in nature decreases stress and anxiety and improves focus for adults as well as children.

Libraries offer, for free, the wisdom of the ages and sages and, simply put, there's something for everyone inside.

I'm not wild about the term first lady. I'd just like to be called Laura Bush.

No one likes to be criticized.

A good book is like an unreachable itch. You just can't leave it alone.

My mother was my Girl Scout leader, and George's mother was his Cub Scout leader. In fact, that's when some say her hair turned white.

Any criticism of someone you love is hard to take.

I think there are a lot of reasons to be critical of the media in America.

The National Federation of Republican Women has a long history of helping bring women into the political process while promoting the Republican cause.

It's not easy to have the job of president. It's not easy to run for it. And it's not a job for the feint of heart.

I would never do anything to undermine my husband's point of view.

Maybe it is the media that has us divided.

I don't really feel like I have to have a debate with my husband over issues.

I like politics. I like traveling in the United States.

As long as we have books, we are not alone.

Because women don't expect to have heart disease, a lot of times they don't seek help if they have the early symptoms of a heart attack.

There's a very close tie between good health and good education.

There's nothing political about American literature.

The ages between birth and age 5 are the foundation upon which successful lives are built.

It's a huge advantage to have parents who read to you. And it's an advantage that lasts a lifetime.

Every child in American should have access to a well-stocked school library.

We need to alert women everywhere about the seriousness of heart disease.

Books are important. They help you sleep at night.

I'm inspired by my faith of course, and all the different people around me.