Former President George W. Bush headlined the largest Israel Bonds fundraiser since the organization was inaugurated in 1951.The event in Dallas on March 16 drew 1,500 people and raised more than $60 million, Israel Bonds said in a statement, adding that it was the largest since the launch at Madison Square Garden in New York.

“[He] spoke about his first visit to Israel, calling it one of his most meaningful experiences,” the statement said. — jta

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