Michelle Obama Talks About Her Friendship With George W. Bush. The former U.S. president and former first lady have an unlikely rapport. Obama recently discussed the friendship with Bush's daughter, Jenna Bush Hager. According to Obama, her and George W. disagree on policy but have the same values. Our values are the same. We disagree on policy but we don’t disagree on humanity. We don’t disagree about love and compassion, Michelle Obama, via 'Today'. I think that’s true for all of us. It’s just that we get lost in our fear of what’s different, Michelle Obama, via 'Today'. Some Twitter users praised Obama, saying the world needs more kindness. Michelle Obama explains friendship with George W. Bush: 'Our values are the same' Love this! The world needs more friendships and kindness!, @bcvaleriesaysso, via Twitter. Others were not pleased due to past decisions Bush made as president. Michelle Obama just disappointed me. She shares the same views as G.W.Bush? This guy lead the illegal war in Iraq and Afghanistan which killed so many civilians. Disgraceful, @MozAquamarine, via Twitter