Barack Obama addressed high school seniors during the 'Graduate Together' virtual commencement and urged them to work together to 'set the world on a different path.' 'When everything's up for grabs, this is your generation's world to shape.'
With live ceremonies canceled across the U.S., former President Barack Obama gives graduating seniors a virtual commencement address during"Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020" on Saturday.With live ceremonies canceled across the U.S., former President Barack Obama gives graduating seniors a virtual commencement address during"Graduate Together: America Honors the High School Class of 2020" on Saturday.
"Graduating is a big achievement under any circumstances. Some of you have had to overcome serious obstacles along the way," he said.Acknowledging the new uncertainties introduced by the pandemic, Obama told the class of 2020 the global health crisis would force them to grow up faster.
"Class of 2020, the world has changed. You will determine how we rebuild, and I ask that you make your community your priority," James said.
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