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The sight of George W. Bush on the pitcher’s mound once again reminded Americans of the deep bond between sports and public life. While the ball may not have crossed the plate in one clean throw, the act carried weight beyond performance.
For Jenna Bush Hager and the rest of the Bush family, it was simply another example of her father’s resilience and humor. For fans, it was a moment of humanity—proof that even presidents can bounce a pitch, and that sometimes showing up is the biggest victory of all.
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