Barack and Michelle Obama came back to the White House to unveil their official portraits.
In all seriousness, Barack took note of the importance of the portraits."When future generations walk these halls and look up at these portraits, I hope that they get a better, honest sense of who Michelle and I were," he said. "And I hope that they leave with a deeper understanding that if we could make it here, maybe they can too."
Michelle also noted,"Traditions like this matter, not just for those of us who hold these positions, but for everyone participating in and watching our democracy." She added,"What we are seeing is a reminder that there is a place for everyone in this country. Because as Barack said, if the two of us can end up on the walls of the most famous address in the world, then … it is so important for every young kid who is doubting themselves to believe that they can too. That is what this country is about. It’s not about blood or pedigree or wealth.
President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden happily welcomed their friends back to the White House, as the White House Historical Association presented them with the portraits. During the ceremony, the commander-in-chief called Barack "one of the most consequential presidents in history."The ceremony marked the first time the Obamas were together at the White House since 2017.
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