Barack Obama: “The United States is not just a friend and neighbor of Mexico's, but the very character of the United States is shaped…”

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…

We designed the center not to be some lifeless mausoleum.

Now the ball’s in your court, Iowa.

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