Barack Obama: “Each of our nations was formed out of this sense that a state has no greater responsibility than to uphold the essential…”

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

a belief that our military and law enforcement owe allegiance not to any president or political party, but to the people and our constitution … a belief in the peaceful transfer of power

We designed the center not to be some lifeless mausoleum.

It's a way to honor her trailblazing leadership, and inspire visitors to follow in her footsteps.