George W. Bush Tears Up During Library Dedication [Video]

George W. Bush shed a few tears today during the dedication of his new presidential library.

Bush was joined today by President Obama, Bill Clinton, Jimmy Carter, and his father George H.W. Bush in front of the George W. Bush Presidential Library in Dallas, Texas.

President Obama — as well as former presidents Clinton, Carter, and H.W. Bush — took the stage to honor George W. during the dedication ceremony. The former presidents praised Bush for trying to “reach across the aisle” during his presidency. Bush was also complimented for facing the “storm of 911” head on.

Carter said: “Mr. President let me say that I am filled with admiration for you and deep gratitude for you about the great contributions you’ve made to the most needy people on earth.”

When it was Bush’s turn to speak, he thanked the former presidents and their wives for coming and then began talking about his 8 years as president and the future of America.

Bush started to tear up at the end of his speech, saying: “Franklin Roosevelt described the dedication the libraries an act of faith. I dedicate this library with an unshakable faith in the future of our country. It was the honor of a lifetime to lead a country as brave and as noble as the United States. Whatever challenges come before us I will always believe that our nation’s best days lie ahead. God bless.”

Here’s the video of Bush’s speech today at his Library dedication.