Barack Obama: “Caribbean Americans bring a unique and vibrant culture.”

I think when you understand the complexities of America and the contradictions of America, I don’t think it makes you love it less. I think it makes you love it more.

Of course, we did not accomplish everything we set out to do. No administration does. Some of the exhibits reflect unfinished business, in some cases, my own shortcomings and mistakes, in some cases because - as a sign I kept on the…

I hope this center will serve as an affirmation of just how special, how precious our democracy truly is.

It fortifies you to say that, yes, this has been part of the journey that we’re on.