Forum on Leadership 2026: In Pursuit of a More Perfect Union

Recently, the Bush Center held the ninth Forum on Leadership focused on the theme The Heart of America. Forum on Leadership is a landmark gathering which develops, recognizes, and celebrates leadership by bringing together notable voices for in-depth discussions on today’s pressing issues. Panelists Mark Updegrove, President and CEO of the LBJ Foundation; Michelle Ferrari, Director and Producer at 42nd Parallel Films; and Richie Butler, Senior Pastor at St. Luke Community United Methodist Church; reflect on hard-fought democratic milestones achieved in our history that have made our country and its people more free. Also featured is a testimonial from Mark Reilly, President and CEO of The Washington Tattoo and Stand-To Veteran Leadership Program Class of 2025. Related: Watch the 2026 Forum on Leadership: The Heart of America View the Bush Center's America 250 celebrations

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Forum on Leadership 2026: In Pursuit of a More Perfect Union is an episode from Overheard at the Bush Center by George W. Bush Presidential Center.

This episode is 00:43:15 long.

This episode was published on Apr 16, 2026.

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