“George W Bush dancing (drunkenly?) at a funeral while Michelle Obama tries to keep composure is pretty much THE metaphor for America today,” tweeted one social media user.
While the interaction between the Obama and Bush families are open for interpretation online, their friendship shows a shared bond they have as First families.
“I think what is obvious from the photo is that Mrs. Obama has genuine affection for former President Bush,” White House Press Secretary Josh Earnest said on Sept. 26, reported USA Today.
“But I think it’s a reminder that people who have different views but who love their country can find ways to cooperate in ways that are good for the country.”
Bush has been serving as a consultant to the Obama family in their preparations for leaving the White House, according to David Axelrod, a former adviser to President Barack Obama.
“President Bush was very gracious to us during the transition, and he has been unfailingly gracious and respectful since,” Axelrod told the New York Times, adding that the Bushes “had taught [Barack Obama] lessons in how to be a former president.”
