Hometown Crowd Greets Bush in Texas

'We're back, and we're here to stay,' says ex-Prez

By Matt Cantor, Newser Staff

Posted Jan 20, 2009 8:33 PM CST

(Newser) – George W. and Laura Bush arrived in Texas today amid the cheering of a crowd waving “W” signs, CNN reports. The former first couple touched down in Midland, Laura’s hometown and the former president’s childhood home, as country stars including Rodney Atkins and the Gatlin Brothers performed. “Today is a good day for the Bush family. We're back in Texas, and we're here to stay,” this morning’s president said.

“I am grateful that y'all came out to welcome us home,” Bush added. “A good man took the oath of office today, and we offer him our prayers for success.”

Former President George W. Bush, left, and his wife, Laura Bush, along with his parents, right, arrive on Special Air Mission 28000, Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009 in Midland, Texas for a welcome home rally. (AP Photo/Donna McWilliam)

Former President George W. Bush and former first lady Laura Bush greet the crowd before a "Welcome Home" rally, Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009, in Midland, Texas. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Former President George W. Bush waves to the crowd after a "Welcome Home" rally, Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009, in Midland, Texas. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Former President George W. Bush greets the crowd after a "Welcome Home" rally, Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009, in Midland, Texas. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Former President George W. Bush and former first lady Laura Bush wave to the crowd during a "Welcome Home" rally, Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009, in Midland, Texas. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

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