I am Australian and have never lived in the US but I love this man every bit as much as you guys. I've seen a lot of presidents come and go in my life but have never witnessed a man handle the role with such intelligence, grace and compassion. The current White House occupant is a disgrace and I will be celebrating with you all when he is gone.
A true treasure and icon to 'We the People of the United States of America'. He and First Lady, Michelle, have been exemplary models of what our nation needs. I believe Presidential nominee Joe Biden and his lady Jill, will restore our democracy. Current POTUS is, and has been, a failure.
Yep Staunch as he stated many are over achievers based on their situations then to achieve the unimaginable and have a sitting President to be at your best day so far.
whats even worse is that i know for a fact trump or hillary would never do this, even if they did they wouldnt have to same impact obama has. i hope even when obamas no longer president that he continues to travel the country and meet people because he really is inspirational
You know I just started watching things like this and I got to say this. I am really ashamed of myself because I listened to people that where idiots and never noticed what a good man he is. I am truly sorry for being an ass hole and judging this fine man and I didn't think for myself !!!
Me too I only thought Obama was bad because my parents said bad things about him and now that I actually looked at who he really was the day before he left I realized he was a fine man. He will be missed dearly
This made me cry! Growing up in the inner city is not easy. Its good that Pres. Obama ended up going to that school. Seeing him encouraged the young people. I am going to miss this President...
How he took time to talk to the young ladies that crying how he encouraged them to do more and he let them the young men end women this is a beautiful day to enjoy the moment taking the attention on themselves and not him I really love this president what a wonderful day for all of us to be able to call him our president the United States commander and Chief Mr.President Obama may God bless you and keep you and your family safe continue to cover your family in the Blood of Jesus Christ Amen 👼🏾🙏🏿❤️
As a law enforcement man, the gentleman must be having a good idea about underprivileged pockets in large cities & how it takes a resolve of steel to be immune to the environment & pursue education. It is indeed a moving sight to see these young men & women & that casual flick of a tear drop from a 'hardened' man is a heartwarming moment.
They say this man did nothing the 8 years he was in the white house... they forgot about the love he took to the white house. Something that was never their and its going out the door with him smh.. the Obama's will truly be missed
Beautuful Sexyandunique love? Sorry, but love doesn't eradicate poverty, improve neighborhoods, education or healthcare. Obama was the worst president ever. It's just too bad black folks can't get past his skin tone long enough to see that he was never looking out for American interests, let alone black people's interests.
He wasn't perfect and I didn't agree with a couple of things he did as president, but he was a decent human who tried to do the right thing. He seem to use his platform to galvanize and encourage. That's in stark contrast to what's in the white house now.
Emmanuel K-ci No there isn’t, in my opinion. However, when u have individuals coming off so angry looking for this or that out of him u would think he was a terrible president/person.
A charismatic, intelligent, and competent president, but most important of all: an honest-to-goodness decent man who really cared about his fellow human beings and making the world a better place. I'm Mexican, I've never lived in the USA, and I still miss Obama, the coolest president of modern times.
Really awesome!! Imagine how much this means to an 18 yr old to see in person the 1st black present at your graduation.This can spark a flame of motivation that with hard work,you will be successful in life.
hands down best graduation present ever. made me cry big tears. omg secret service washed a tear. How does the presents of this man just make you break down and cry it never gets old I'm tired of crying dang it😂
Why did I cry watching this, it's because agree or disagree with him no one can deny this man's decency, humanity and his gift for making sure these moments were special for these kids. He uplifts and inspires and let's them know that they inspire him, THAT's a leader.
Nah - probably wiping off sweat trickling down his eye or trying to clear his vision. Look at his face before & after. No change in terms of keeping a look-out.
when i saw those two girls cry, I couldn't help but cry along with them too. They must have been so overwhelmed and inspired at the same time that their emotions took over and I hope today they are an inspiration for the next generation in their community, wherever they are right now.
heilumann yeah, I've been watching clips of him & Michelle interacting with youth & I keep crying. The 2017 election is coming up soon. I never paid too much attention to politics before Obama and who's to follow.
Years later and this video still gives me goosebumps. To have their efforts recognized and celebrated by not just their family and friends but President Obama too?? AMAZING! i hope they're all still doing great in their lives. Gotta admit I thought the students in the front row were the cool kids just remaining composed when POTUS first entered but to see them all pretty much break down when he shook their hands & congratulated made the moment all the more authentic and powerful.
One of the many, many reasons why I love Barack (and Michelle). There's a possibility that some of the girls (and guys) here come from a single family, a possibility that their fathers are not in their lives, you can see based upon their emotion how much this moment met to them, that they'll remember this for the rest of their lives. Barack relates to the richest to the poorest, all colors, all nationalities. Sorry but there hasn't been a Democratic or Republican President that never even comes close in establishing this type of affinity. He is loved all over the world, except in his own country. I really hope that there will be another man like him for President and not the continued wealthy, Caucasian (I'm white), tan, mansion on the hill type of individuals that have been leading yours, mine and many other countries around this world of ours.
I agree. Im black and I feel that we need more people like this. Who are out there in terms of not being considered "regular" and know how to spread positive messages and vibes throughout the country. He does this type of stuff all the time and that's a great thing.
This is why they say you never know what you have until it’s gone. I’m from the UK, and I remember quite clearly through his presidency and before the end of his 2nd term people criticised him, his policies and even his family. But now after he has left office people seem to realise they had a good thing going all that time whilst he was in office? But that’s life I guess. Americans could not work with him, but now they will have to work without him? Again you never know what you have until it’s gone😁
I thought Obama was awesome when he was president, but now that Trump is president, Obama looks like some kind of genius superhero saint in comparison. I miss having a president that was a decent, highly respectable, intelligent, down to Earth human being rather than some ridiculously immature, villainous cartoon character.
I’m so happy I voted for this man twice. I didn’t agree with him all the time, but I was proud to call him my president. I still miss the Obama family.
"Couldn't Ask For A Better High School Graduation Commencement Speaker!" Congratulations Memphis High School Graduates, Students, Teachers, & Faculty!"
Obama is like a Father Figure to them. Precious. Amazing President. Amazing Kids. Reach for the sky - no matter what racism tries to stop you - you can fly. Yes You Can. Like our Prez did.
I would cry too, that man is an inspiration, a force of hope and honesty for the world. He is the the reason I have faith in the US. Obama you are the best President, let no one tell you otherwise!
I agree with you, he’s the best president America ever had. I pray God gives you lots of beautiful days, I’m David Greg originally from Spain Granada, I live in Austin Texas and you ?
It is videos like this that show me how skilled Obama is also at reading a room and speaking more or less "off the cuff." Sure he had some idea of what he would say, but no exact speech written, and he just very calmly went in there and spoke quite clearly and powerfully. Would love for myself to continue develop skills like this. Love Obama.
What a day it was I went to night school at BTW in 1972 It was so wonderful that the president came to Memphis my home town in 2011. Great day GO WARRIORS
I love that the principal is so damn proud. She's like " damn right, those are my kids."
XD not only that, you got people crying on purpose just so they can be catered by Obama for a while.
Typical HATER. You mad????? XD
Hold this L, because it was a simple joke. XD
ASMR-Sensei SilentKageNoJutsu yeah. You're mad. XD
+I broke the mold XD Still seeking my attention XDDD Here child, I'm here, now now, sssh
I am Australian and have never lived in the US but I love this man every bit as much as you guys. I've seen a lot of presidents come and go in my life but have never witnessed a man handle the role with such intelligence, grace and compassion. The current White House occupant is a disgrace and I will be celebrating with you all when he is gone.
I agree
I agree 👍👍
You are 100% right. This man is one of the biggest role models in my lifetime
A true treasure and icon to 'We the People of the United States of America'. He and First Lady, Michelle, have been exemplary models of what our nation needs. I believe Presidential nominee Joe Biden and his lady Jill, will restore our democracy. Current POTUS is, and has been, a failure.
Shut up
oh my god those kids were so overwhelmed.....my heart is happy
Yep Staunch as he stated many are over achievers based on their situations then to achieve the unimaginable and have a sitting President to be at your best day so far.
Must be overwhelming for these kids. I wish more Presidents would do this kind of thing.
They do but they usually only go to Colleges that are Ivy League. This President doesn't do the stereotypical. Which I love.
whats even worse is that i know for a fact trump or hillary would never do this, even if they did they wouldnt have to same impact obama has. i hope even when obamas no longer president that he continues to travel the country and meet people because he really is inspirational
Yea it overwhelmed a few of them for sure. Could feel it on video.
My school he came to the hood south Memphis love this men he made those kids day
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You know I just started watching things like this and I got to say this. I am really ashamed of myself because I listened to people that where idiots and never noticed what a good man he is. I am truly sorry for being an ass hole and judging this fine man and I didn't think for myself !!!
Richard Alls We're all guilty of the same thing at some point in our lives. But we learn from it as did you. Be blessed.
It takes a big man to realize he was wrong and publicly state it. Glad you were able to change your thinking :)
You are an example of strength! thank you for being that!
Me too I only thought Obama was bad because my parents said bad things about him and now that I actually looked at who he really was the day before he left I realized he was a fine man. He will be missed dearly
it's never to late to learn bout this great man I can wait till his library open up to see all he has done
This made me cry! Growing up in the inner city is not easy. Its good that Pres. Obama ended up going to that school. Seeing him encouraged the young people. I am going to miss this President...
Syreeda Portis
thanks again
When this country had a president.
And thank God it does once more.
he really is a man of the people god bless him
The students will remember this forever. He is a father to them all.
And then tears flowed.
RIIIIGHT
Presidents Obama Sera para mi unico dios lo cuide a su familia BronxNy.
I've watched many of these - but this one Teared me up !!
made me cried. I'm not American but as a President, Barack Obama will be really missed. He did everything naturally, we can feel that.
How he took time to talk to the young ladies that crying how he encouraged them to do more and he let them the young men end women this is a beautiful day to enjoy the moment taking the attention on themselves and not him I really love this president what a wonderful day for all of us to be able to call him our president the United States commander and Chief Mr.President Obama may God bless you and keep you and your family safe continue to cover your family in the Blood of Jesus Christ Amen 👼🏾🙏🏿❤️
Im going to miss him man..
but i liked better putin
People who voted for Trump now MISS HIM!!!!!!
You're Nat Jobo me two.
Nat Jobo same
Me too
He is such a cool guy.
Awesome President and Man. He and his family will be missed.
Brenda Johnson Yes we will miss you President Obama
Maria Gutierrez I miss him So Much 😭
Brenda Johnson - he is simply amazing
shahril power Yes he is love you President Obama
Thank everybody .But now I was cry When see him go !!! That is best worst for me .
Loved when Obama's Secret Service guy ever so casually wiped a tear from his cheek.
i noticed that too.
Time stamp?
@@jonathanblaze1648 2:01
As a law enforcement man, the gentleman must be having a good idea about underprivileged pockets in large cities & how it takes a resolve of steel to be immune to the environment & pursue education.
It is indeed a moving sight to see these young men & women & that casual flick of a tear drop from a 'hardened' man is a heartwarming moment.
I'll tell you what, they don't even listen to what the heck he says, full attention to the crowd
They say this man did nothing the 8 years he was in the white house... they forgot about the love he took to the white house. Something that was never their and its going out the door with him smh.. the Obama's will truly be missed
Beautuful Sexyandunique love? Sorry, but love doesn't eradicate poverty, improve neighborhoods, education or healthcare. Obama was the worst president ever. It's just too bad black folks can't get past his skin tone long enough to see that he was never looking out for American interests, let alone black people's interests.
I cried with her!!! This is an unforgettable moment for them!!
❤💙💛
Caring, compassionate, intelligent,carismatic, motivador.
Said nobody about 45
@@gibraltarbritish6871 Said a lot about Obama
He wasn't perfect and I didn't agree with a couple of things he did as president, but he was a decent human who tried to do the right thing. He seem to use his platform to galvanize and encourage. That's in stark contrast to what's in the white house now.
I agree!!!!
I like your assessment, I'm not American but I resonate with your comment, sounds level headed
Is there anything like a perfect president?
Emmanuel K-ci No there isn’t, in my opinion. However, when u have individuals coming off so angry looking for this or that out of him u would think he was a terrible president/person.
Well stated @JoMelv! When people really dig deeply and understand what their issue is with President Obama, they will realize that they are the issue.
This how you make America great!! Show a high school [PUBLIC] graduation, that you care!!
A charismatic, intelligent, and competent president, but most important of all: an honest-to-goodness decent man who really cared about his fellow human beings and making the world a better place. I'm Mexican, I've never lived in the USA, and I still miss Obama, the coolest president of modern times.
Thank you from illinois, I love him, a class act.😀
Now that's a president that I really love............thank you you President Obama.
You can tell at the end those kids were just in total awe of him and his presence there.......
I could watch this a hundred times..
This video was disliked by 33 Trump supporters that did not graduate from high school.
Joe Black lmao
Joe Black
Hahahhaha
Joe Black lol
Joe Black i agree man. hahahaha
Joe Black pwahahaha.... that is why he did great with most uneducated people.
I get emotional every time I watch this
Really awesome!! Imagine how much this means to an 18 yr old to see in person the 1st black present at your graduation.This can spark a flame of motivation that with hard work,you will be successful in life.
love that the guy with the red tie is low-key wiping tears
I would LOVE to meet the Obamas. They're such good, decent, compassionate people.
You’ll NEVER see this kind of love from you know who 👀
love, intelligence, respect, care, inspiration, polite, orator, open-minded, faith, kissable (lol)..........
hands down best graduation present ever. made me cry big tears. omg secret service washed a tear. How does the presents of this man just make you break down and cry it never gets old I'm tired of crying dang it😂
and am here thinking this clip was uploaded with onions
Why did I cry watching this, it's because agree or disagree with him no one can deny this man's decency, humanity and his gift for making sure these moments were special for these kids. He uplifts and inspires and let's them know that they inspire him, THAT's a leader.
He will always be Mr.President ,no one can take his role
Is that a Secret Service agent wiping away a tear @~2:02?
y1521t21b5 yes he sure did I noticed it too
Nah - probably wiping off sweat trickling down his eye or trying to clear his vision. Look at his face before & after. No change in terms of keeping a look-out.
when i saw those two girls cry, I couldn't help but cry along with them too. They must have been so overwhelmed and inspired at the same time that their emotions took over and I hope today they are an inspiration for the next generation in their community, wherever they are right now.
Best president ever. I will miss him .
yeah him and putin
heilumann yeah, I've been watching clips of him & Michelle interacting with youth & I keep crying. The 2017 election is coming up soon. I never paid too much attention to politics before Obama and who's to follow.
Vlad Kirillov
He will. Just like you.
The13point1 )))
heilumann he was the best president one could ever have he inspiration . we will all miss him
The girl in tears, I feel her. What a surprise.
What an awesome person he is...Best President ever
My tears are flowing
Yes class act, thank you from Illinois
my tears are falling now
Wow amazing 😢 gonna miss the best first family ever!!!
That's BTW high school in south Memphis and I was right outside when this was going on...proud of those students and Obama for coming
Years later and this video still gives me goosebumps. To have their efforts recognized and celebrated by not just their family and friends but President Obama too?? AMAZING! i hope they're all still doing great in their lives.
Gotta admit I thought the students in the front row were the cool kids just remaining composed when POTUS first entered but to see them all pretty much break down when he shook their hands & congratulated made the moment all the more authentic and powerful.
GatorGirl04 I AM DOING GREAT IM ONE OF THE GRADUATES FROM THIS SCHOOL IN MEMPHIS TN
They are awesome and he is awesome!
He will always be in our hearts.
Trump would never do this lol even his supporters can agree with me on this.
The President of all times !!!
I just want to be dead honest about this. Do you really think donald trump would get this reaction if he went there for their graduation?!!!!
HD 2Face no they be screaming out of fear not joy
DUMPTRUMP2016 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 I second that!
DUMPTRUMP2016 😂😂😂😂
he wouldn't have gone in the first place
HD 2Face lol i was thinkibg the same thing
when a president is well liked and does his job to the best of his ability..vs arguing on twitter because someone calls you out on your lies
Tears and smiles
The best president. The best man.
I Love Obama
One of the many, many reasons why I love Barack (and Michelle). There's a possibility that some of the girls (and guys) here come from a single family, a possibility that their fathers are not in their lives, you can see based upon their emotion how much this moment met to them, that they'll remember this for the rest of their lives. Barack relates to the richest to the poorest, all colors, all nationalities. Sorry but there hasn't been a Democratic or Republican President that never even comes close in establishing this type of affinity. He is loved all over the world, except in his own country. I really hope that there will be another man like him for President and not the continued wealthy, Caucasian (I'm white), tan, mansion on the hill type of individuals that have been leading yours, mine and many other countries around this world of ours.
I agree. Im black and I feel that we need more people like this. Who are out there in terms of not being considered "regular" and know how to spread positive messages and vibes throughout the country. He does this type of stuff all the time and that's a great thing.
MrMoneybreath a possibility eh?
IDK if he says ya allah or y'all aah. Anyway trump would never do this kind of act.
This is why they say you never know what you have until it’s gone. I’m from the UK, and I remember quite clearly through his presidency and before the end of his 2nd term people criticised him, his policies and even his family. But now after he has left office people seem to realise they had a good thing going all that time whilst he was in office? But that’s life I guess. Americans could not work with him, but now they will have to work without him? Again you never know what you have until it’s gone😁
Brought tears to my eyes. Love Obama.
Just the sight of 44 is making these students cry uncontrollably..
Obama proves that with education and hard work, anything is possible no matter who you are.
Obama is amazing
Just to be in this mans presence would’ve had me in tears
This waz awesome, made my day.👍👍☺
Thank you Mr. President!!!
thats a one damn fine president
people will never forget him
When your secret service even wiped tears from his eyes ..Such is the humanity
Donald trump would probably tell them he wants to see them when they turn 18 next year or something.
I thought Obama was awesome when he was president, but now that Trump is president, Obama looks like some kind of genius superhero saint in comparison. I miss having a president that was a decent, highly respectable, intelligent, down to Earth human being rather than some ridiculously immature, villainous cartoon character.
The way each kid cries tears of happiness after they shake his hand is so touching. That meeting meant so much to the
The impact of this surprise visit on these young folks will be more visible years later. He knew it.
how could this not make u smile
World misses you
Thank you Richard from NJ
I remember watching this on the news during lunch. I was in Pre-K when this happened
Something they will never forget about
I’m so happy I voted for this man twice. I didn’t agree with him all the time, but I was proud to call him my president. I still miss the Obama family.
That was a beautiful moment in time . Tears coming down my face
watching them all start to cry after they meet him personally is so touching and speaks volumes on his character
You can't help but love this man. He's just so naturally loving and caring...
"Couldn't Ask For A Better High School Graduation Commencement Speaker!" Congratulations Memphis High School Graduates, Students, Teachers, & Faculty!"
The emotions are REAL!
Not one time did he talk about himself. Just praise them. Thanks. Mr.O
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Obama is like a Father Figure to them. Precious. Amazing President. Amazing Kids. Reach for the sky - no matter what racism tries to stop you - you can fly. Yes You Can. Like our Prez did.
When he spent time with the girls in tears....God, he became a father-figure instantly, for all the years that they had no one
Tears.......
Such a beautiful moment
That day change a lots of minds and hearts about they lives and what they want to do in life
Notice how it is about the students and not him. None of them will ever forget this if they live to be 100.
This video will forever resonate many good memories of a kind man. The 44th
I would cry too, that man is an inspiration, a force of hope and honesty for the world. He is the the reason I have faith in the US. Obama you are the best President, let no one tell you otherwise!
I agree with you, he’s the best president America ever had. I pray God gives you lots of beautiful days, I’m David Greg originally from Spain Granada, I live in Austin Texas and you ?
This is what a president does. He inspires, not conspires.
November 2020 !! DAMN I MISS this man !!!
I cried too, and its a whole 9 yrs later.
It is videos like this that show me how skilled Obama is also at reading a room and speaking more or less "off the cuff." Sure he had some idea of what he would say, but no exact speech written, and he just very calmly went in there and spoke quite clearly and powerfully. Would love for myself to continue develop skills like this. Love Obama.
So happy for you guys.
this literally brought a tear to my eye
This will never get old
What a day it was I went to night school at BTW in 1972 It was so wonderful that the president came to Memphis my home town in 2011. Great day GO WARRIORS
Lump in my throat... What a great president. All around great human being.
Very emotional moments
Wow could you imagine the feelings their parents had knowing this.