Laura Bush Biography

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NAME: Laura Welch Bush
OCCUPATION: Educator, Philanthropist, U.S. First Lady
BIRTH DATE: November 04, 1946 (Age: 65)
EDUCATION: Southern Methodist University, University of Texas
PLACE OF BIRTH: Midland, Texas

Maiden Name: Laura Lane Welch
ZODIAC SIGN: Scorpio

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Laura Welch Bush is a former American first lady (2001–2009) and the wife of George W. Bush, 43rd president of the United States.

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Laura Bush was born November 4, 1946, Midland, Texas. Following her marriage to George W. Bush in 1977, Laura devoted her time to volunteer work and homemaking. After George was elected governor of Texas in 1994, Laura raised her profile, working to improve literacy. As first lady, she spoke on radio in support of the Afghan people, and agreed to testify before a Senate committee on education.