President
Barack Obama dropped a handwritten 275-word letter to Donald Trump
during his final moments in the Oval Office to instill in Trump the vast
responsibilities and uncertain parameters of the job.
During his final moments in the Oval Office, President Barack Obama
folded into thirds a handwritten letter to Donald Trump, slid it into
an envelope, and in neat capital letters addressed it to "Mr.
President."
Now, the contents of that letter - the last direct communication
between the 44th and 45th presidents -- have emerged for the first time
after CNN obtained a copy.
Full letter
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Dear Mr. President
Congratulations on a remarkable run. Millions have placed their
hopes in you, and all of us, regardless of party, should hope for
expanded prosperity and security during your tenure.
This is a unique office, without a clear blueprint for success, so I
don't know that any advice from me will be particularly helpful. Still,
let me offer a few reflections from the past 8 years.
First, we've both been blessed, in different ways, with great good
fortune. Not everyone is so lucky. It's up to us to do everything we can
(to) build more ladders of success for every child and family that's
willing to work hard.
Second, American leadership in this world really is indispensable.
It's up to us, through action and example, to sustain the international
order that's expanded steadily since the end of the Cold War, and upon
which our own wealth and safety depend.
Third, we are just temporary occupants of this office. That makes
us guardians of those democratic institutions and traditions -- like
rule of law, separation of powers, equal protection and civil liberties
-- that our forebears fought and bled for. Regardless of the push and
pull of daily politics, it's up to us to leave those instruments of our
democracy at least as strong as we found them.
And finally, take time, in the rush of events and responsibilities,
for friends and family. They'll get you through the inevitable rough
patches.
Michelle and I wish you and Melania the very best as you embark on
this great adventure, and know that we stand ready to help in any ways
which we can.
Good luck and Godspeed,
BO.
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