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The United States Postal Service (USPS) has unveiled a new Forever stamp bearing the portrait of former first lady Barbara Bush.
Why It Matters
Forever stamps are traditionally based on important themes in American culture, including notable figures, military anniversaries, historic events, and environmental appreciation.
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Bush is the eighth first lady to be honored with a U.S. postage stamp, joining the likes of Martha Washington, Dolley Madison, Abigail Adams and Eleanor Roosevelt.
What To Know
The stamp features Barbara Bush's official White House portrait, which is also displayed at the entrance of the East Wing. In the image, she is wearing a black suit paired with a purple blouse and a triple-strand pearl necklace.
Bush was married to the 41st George H.W. Bush, and was first lady between 1989 and 1993. She is the mother of 43rd President George W. Bush.
The stamp was unveiled during a White House ceremony hosted by current first lady Melania Trump, who was joined by Bush's daughter Dorothy "Doro" Bush Koch and Judy de Torok, vice president of corporate affairs at the Postal Service.
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During the ceremony, Bush Koch paid tribute to her mother, who died in 2018, aged 92.
"Mom was never one to shy away from speaking the truth or taking a stand," she said. "With her signature white hair and pearls, she became an icon in her own right, and yet, even as a former first lady, she remained humble and humorous."
Bush Koch remarked that it is "unlikely" her mom "ever pictured herself on the postage stamp, and it's very likely that she would be wondering what all this fuss is about."
What People Are Saying
Doug Tulino, acting postmaster general of the Postal Service, said: "Today we recognize Mrs. Bush not only as a beloved first lady, but as a remarkable American in her own right. She charted a legacy for herself, and did it with conviction, determination, and compassion."
Dorothy Bush Koch said in the USPS announcement: "We are deeply honored that the United States Postal Service is paying tribute to our mother with a commemorative Forever stamp. This special stamp serves as a lasting reminder of Barbara Bush's enduring love for family and friends, sharp wit and unwavering commitment to solve the problems of today by ensuring that every man, woman and child has the opportunity to read, write and comprehend."
What Happens Next
The stamp will go on sale from June 10, just two days after what would have been Bush's 100th birthday.
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