A Goodreads user asked George W. Bush:

Which biography has influenced you the most? And how has it influenced you? Loved Decision Points, Mr. President. Looking forward to 41. Regards, Craig Kunce

George W. Bush In this case, I was influenced most by David McCullough’s biography on President John Adams. The reason it influenced me was that David’s daughter told me that in researching Adams, which I read and liked a lot, he was somewhat disappointed that Adams’ son, President John Q. Adams, never published an account of his father. So not only did I like the biography and learn a lot about one of our founding fathers, but I recognized that I had a certain obligation to history to write about my dad.

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Mr. President, I've always wanted to know what influence your mother had on your life as a whole? We always hear about your father's influence but I have a lot of respect for your mother as well. Thanks and God Bless.

Kurt Rocourt asked George W. Bush:

When someone decides to run for office there comes the question of how to deal with family. Having been on both sides of being told and telling family about being involved in politics. What advice do you have for someone trying to deal with having a family life but also being a public figure?

Eric Lin asked George W. Bush:

You mention repeatedly that your father was able to make and keep lots of friends throughout his life. Do you think this was hard as a man who has so many commitments? What do you think your father does to maintain these friendships?

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Which biography has influenced you the most? And how has it influenced you? Loved Decision Points, Mr. President. Looking forward to 41. Regards, Craig Kunce

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Mr. President, I've always wanted to know what influence your mother had on your life as a whole? We always hear about your father's influence but I have a lot of respect for your mother as well. Thanks and God Bless.

When someone decides to run for office there comes the question of how to deal with family. Having been on both sides of being told and telling family about being involved in politics. What advice do you have for someone trying to deal with having a family life but also being a public figure?

You mention repeatedly that your father was able to make and keep lots of friends throughout his life. Do you think this was hard as a man who has so many commitments? What do you think your father does to maintain these friendships?

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