{"product_id":"president-george-w-bush-signed-cut-as-texas-governor-to-michael-psa","title":"President George W. Bush Signed Cut as Texas Governor! \"To Michael\" PSA","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"43\" data-end=\"206\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"43\" data-end=\"53\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"53\" data-end=\"56\"\u003e\nGeorge W. Bush Signed Texas Governor Card - Inscribed \"To Michael, Best Wishes\" - PSA\/DNA Certified Authentic Autograph - Certification No. 85953370\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"208\" data-end=\"521\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"208\" data-end=\"224\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"224\" data-end=\"227\"\u003e\nAn attractive signed card featuring the printed name \"George W. Bush\" along the lower margin and the Seal of the Governor of the State of Texas prominently displayed at the top. George W. Bush has boldly signed the card in black marker and added a personalized inscription that appears to read:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"563\"\u003e\"To Michael\u003cbr data-start=\"534\" data-end=\"537\"\u003e\nBest wishes\u003cbr data-start=\"548\" data-end=\"551\"\u003e\nGeorge Bush\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"565\" data-end=\"888\"\u003eThe card dates stylistically to Bush's tenure as Governor of Texas and presents a particularly appealing association with his pre-presidential political career. Bush served as the 46th Governor of Texas from January 1995 until December 2000, immediately before assuming the presidency. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"851\" data-content-reference-end=\"883\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"890\" data-end=\"1231\"\u003eThe autograph is large and prominently positioned across the center of the card, with strong contrast against the light background. The Texas gubernatorial seal and printed \"George W. Bush\" identification remain clearly visible. The piece has been professionally encapsulated, providing protection and an attractive presentation for display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1656\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003eHistorical Context:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1256\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003e\nGeorge W. Bush was elected the 46th Governor of Texas in November 1994 and won reelection in 1998. In June 1999, while still serving as governor, he announced his candidacy for president. Following the disputed 2000 presidential election and its resolution in December 2000, Bush was inaugurated as the 43rd President of the United States on January 20, 2001. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"1614\" data-content-reference-end=\"1633\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1658\" data-end=\"2059\"\u003eBush served two terms as president, from 2001 to 2009. His administration encompassed major events and policy developments including the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, the subsequent wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, the creation of the Department of Homeland Security, the No Child Left Behind Act, and the addition of a prescription drug benefit to Medicare. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"1999\" data-content-reference-end=\"2031\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2061\" data-end=\"2293\"\u003eBecause this card bears the Seal of the Governor of the State of Texas rather than presidential imagery, it connects Bush directly with the important gubernatorial period that immediately preceded his eight years in the White House.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2295\" data-end=\"2806\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2295\" data-end=\"2330\"\u003eAuthentication \u0026amp; Encapsulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2330\" data-end=\"2333\"\u003e\nThe autograph has been authenticated and professionally encapsulated by PSA\/DNA. The PSA label identifies the piece as a \"CUT - GEORGE W. BUSH\" and designates the autograph \"AUTHENTIC AUTO.\" It carries PSA certification number \u003cstrong data-start=\"2560\" data-end=\"2572\"\u003e85953370\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is displayed on both the front and reverse labels of the holder. The encapsulation protects the signed card while allowing the autograph, inscription, gubernatorial seal, and printed identification to remain clearly visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2807\" data-end=\"3030\"\u003e\u003cli data-section-id=\"p0x1fz\" data-start=\"2807\" data-end=\"3030\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2809\" data-end=\"2851\"\u003eAdditional Documentation \u0026amp; Provenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"2852\" data-end=\"3028\"\u003eAt buyer's request, Historical Autographs Gallery will include an additional \"Historical Autographs Gallery Certificate\" signed by our company founder Luke Pascal at no cost.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3032\" data-end=\"3507\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3032\" data-end=\"3051\"\u003eClosing Appeal:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3051\" data-end=\"3054\"\u003e\nCombining a substantial George W. Bush autograph with Texas gubernatorial imagery and PSA\/DNA authentication, this piece offers collectors a tangible connection to the period immediately preceding Bush's presidency. The bold inscription, recognizable signature, attractive gubernatorial seal, and secure PSA encapsulation make it a distinctive display piece for a collection devoted to American presidents, Texas history, or modern political autographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3509\" data-end=\"3941\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3509\" data-end=\"3529\"\u003eShipping Notice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3529\" data-end=\"3532\"\u003e\n\u003cem data-start=\"3532\" data-end=\"3941\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eFor insurance purposes, items sold over $600 may require signature confirmation upon delivery. Higher-value items, likely over $1,500, are shipped via FedEx 2-Day with Direct Signature Confirmation. FedEx provides the most flexibility when requiring a signature, allowing you to make special delivery requests directly through their tracking system. This ensures both security and convenience for the buyer.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"H.A.G.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48183980523683,"sku":"EB-168705716957","price":295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/7509\/6227\/files\/57_82b0faa4-838e-462a-bbfb-c5f2e2ff7929.jpg?v=1790042727","url":"https:\/\/historicalautographsgallery.com\/products\/president-george-w-bush-signed-cut-as-texas-governor-to-michael-psa","provider":"H.A.G.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}