Letter from President George W. Bush to Elie Wiesel

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Letter from President George W. Bush to Elie Wiesel

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May 19, 2001

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Bush, George W.
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Wiesel, Elie

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A brief, handwritten letter from "The President" (George W. Bush) addressed to "Elie" (Elie Wiesel), dated May 19, 2001. The letter, written on stationery featuring the Presidential Seal and "THE PRESIDENT" letterhead, expresses gratitude for a "Gracias letter." The President remarks that Elie knows "how to make a fellow, even the President, feel good." He concludes by stating, "I love your spirit. Best always," followed by an informal signature. The letter conveys a personal message of appreciation and admiration from the President.

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