The 43rd president is reinventing himself as a motivational speaker. He earned his credentials, the New York Daily News jokes, by “inspiring millions to vote Democratic.” Wifey Laura also signed on for a few git-r-done seminars. The power couple will doubtlessly be showered in cash for their trouble. — PZS

New York Daily News:

Former Republican President George W. Bush – last seen inspiring millions to vote Democratic – has landed a new gig as a high-priced motivational speaker.

The 43rd President and his wife, Laura, have signed on to the popular “Get Motivated” seminar program. Bush will headline his first event this Monday in Forth Worth, Tex., then follow it up with an appearance in San Antonio in December.

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