Fostering Policy

Improving the quality of life for people at home and around the world by delivering unique, research–based policy solutions for today’s most challenging issues

The Bush Institute delivers unique, research–based policy solutions for today’s most challenging issues.

As a non–partisan organization, we bring all of the necessary players to the table – even those who traditionally don’t work together — to identify public policy that drives private compassion.

Freedom and Democracy

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It is in America's interest to lead in strengthening the values of freedom worldwide.

Affirming American values of freedom, strengthening the institutions that secure these values at home, and helping catalyze a 21st century consensus that it is in America’s interest to lead in their strengthening worldwide.
Afghan Women's Project

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Since 2001, the number of girls attending school has increased 500%

Working to ensure the expansion and protection of women's rights in Afghanistan
North America Agenda for Global Competitiveness

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Economic integration produces enormous benefits for the United States

Advocating free market policies to strengthen economic integration between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico in North America
Freedom in North Korea

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Over 24 million people in North Korea are denied fundamental human rights

Placing the issue of North Korean human rights in the spotlight of international attention
The Freedom Collection

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More than 900 clips of Freedom Advocate testimony

Documenting the stories of those who’ve led freedom movements around the world to reinforce the advancement of freedom in the world
Advancing Accountability in Education

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Helping to increase student achievement and improve schools

Every student reading and doing math on grade level is vital to the future success of our Nation
Immigration

72.5%

72.5% of immigrants believe hard work is how you succeed in America

Pro-growth immigration reform can raise the pace of economic growth, increase per capita GDP, and reduce the budget deficit.
Veteran Transition

2.5M

2.5 million veterans have served in the military since 9/11

Honoring post-9/11 veterans by facilitating a successful transition and reintegration from military service to civilian life

The future depends on fostering strong policy. Your support helps shape the world of tomorrow.

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