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Barack Obama: “Of course, we did not accomplish everything we set out to do. No administration does. Some of the exhibits reflect…”

On the recordJune 21, 2026
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 Resolute desk read - hard things are hard. And that's especially true in a big, raucous, diverse, argumentative democracy like the United States of America.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois
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npr.org
Jun 21, 2026

Editor's note · Context

Obama reflects on his presidency during the center's dedication.

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