George W. Bush became the 43rd President of the United States on 20 January 2001, succeeding Bill Clinton. George W. Bush served two terms in office, from 2001 to 2009. His second term followed his re-election in 2004.
George W. Bush, whose full name is George Walker Bush, was born on July 6, 1946, in New Haven, Connecticut, USA. Before entering politics, he had a background in business and served as the Governor of Texas from 1995 to 2000. He is the eldest son of former President George H.W. Bush and Barbara Bush.
George W. Bush won the presidential election in 2000 as the Republican candidate, defeating the Democratic candidate Al Gore in a closely contested race. The election results in Florida were particularly contentious, leading to legal challenges and a Supreme Court decision that ultimately determined the outcome.
During his presidency, George W. Bush faced significant challenges, including the 11 September 2001 terrorist attacks, which led to the War on Terror and the invasion of Afghanistan in 2001 and Iraq in 2003. His domestic policies included tax cuts, education reform (No Child Left Behind Act), and the Medicare Prescription Drug, Improvement, and Modernization Act.
George W. Bush served two terms, leaving office on 20 January 2009. After his presidency, he focused on various philanthropic efforts and writing. His presidency remains a subject of historical analysis and debate.
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