#3: Laura Bush
During her tenure as First Lady, Laura Bush, wife of George W. Bush, passionately championed reading programs, following in her mother-in-law’s footsteps, and tirelessly advocated for the well-being of women worldwide. While she didn’t immerse herself in overtly political roles like some predecessors, her impact was undeniable.
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With an academic background, she earned a Master’s degree in library sciences in 1973 and subsequently served as a librarian in Austin. Notably, she organized a national book fair featuring American authors and garnered praise for her compassionate support of 9/11 survivors. In 2001, she made history as the first presidential spouse to deliver the White House weekly radio address, addressing the Taliban’s mistreatment of Afghan women.