5 of the Best Speech Moments From President Obama's Presidency
Barack Obama, among his many talents, is an incredible orator. In his two terms as President, Obama has made a great number historic speeches that helped cement his legacy, but here are five highlights. Thanks, Obama.
New Hampshire primary speech, Jan. 8, 2008
"And, together, we will begin the next great chapter in the American story, with three words that will ring from coast to coast, from sea to shining sea: Yes, we can."
"A More Perfect Union" speech, March 18, 2008
"I chose to run for the presidency at this moment in history because I believe deeply that we cannot solve the challenges of our time unless we solve them together, unless we perfect our union by understanding that we may have different stories, but we hold common hopes; that we may not look the same and we may not have come from the same place, but we all want to move in the same direction - towards a better future for of children and our grandchildren."
First inauguration, Jan. 20, 2009
"To those who cling to power through corruption and deceit and the silencing of dissent, know that you are on the wrong side of history, but that we will extend a hand if you are willing to unclench your fist."
Newtown mass school shooting anniversary speech, Jan. 5, 2016
"Every time I think about those kids it gets me mad."
Second inaugural address, Jan. 20, 2013
"That is our generation's task -- to make these words, these rights, these values of life and liberty and the pursuit of happiness real for every American."
