President Barack Obama Victory Speech 2012: Election Remarks From Chicago Illinois

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  • President Obama wins 2012 election, thanks supporters and speaks of moving the country forward.

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  • @superj72
    @superj72 6 років тому +431

    Such class and dignity...the total OPPOSITE of the current occupant of the Oval Office

    • @yoichirengiil6007
      @yoichirengiil6007 4 роки тому +17

      I totally, totally agree with you. The current occupant is daily getting worse and worse especially with the current national and international issues regarding the COVID-19 and the ubiquitous protest in the aftermath of the death of Mr. Floyd.

    • @anonanon5380
      @anonanon5380 3 роки тому +1

      what are you on. ofailure, is an idiot, just like your comment

    • @LK-cb6ih
      @LK-cb6ih 3 роки тому +2

      He is about to loose his job

    • @wilfried.bounsi
      @wilfried.bounsi 3 роки тому

      Update

    • @wilfried.bounsi
      @wilfried.bounsi 3 роки тому +4

      @@LK-cb6ih He did loose his job

  • @josephwilliammarek9566
    @josephwilliammarek9566 11 років тому +56

    I still remain impressed with this speech; it gives me hope all over again.

  • @함윤성-g1e
    @함윤성-g1e 4 роки тому +19

    Why am I having tears in my eyes???

  • @byrdman45111
    @byrdman45111 4 роки тому +37

    Best President ever of this great country we live in!!!!!!

    • @hgcuc8527
      @hgcuc8527 3 роки тому +2

      your great country caused million of deaths and this president too. And u still love him?

  • @arjunramreddythumarjun8941
    @arjunramreddythumarjun8941 3 роки тому +1

    Who's here after Biden's speech?

  • @Kriana-fp5kk
    @Kriana-fp5kk 4 роки тому +4

    I want the old good times back

  • @ZiggyStardust85
    @ZiggyStardust85 3 роки тому +5

    Eight years later we just got this:
    "“This is an embarrassment to this country. We were getting ready to win this election. Frankly, we did win this election.”"
    If we are living in a simulation someone got lazy. ;-)

  • @riccardoautelli1332
    @riccardoautelli1332 4 роки тому +5

    This was a real president, not that clown governing now...

  • @haykg
    @haykg 4 роки тому +1

    While I disagree with most of Obama's opinions, he's certainly one of the greatest speakers I've ever seen. Amazing speech!

    • @dazzelpebbels1207
      @dazzelpebbels1207 4 роки тому

      really. so who do you agree with. Trump.

    • @haykg
      @haykg 4 роки тому

      Dazzel Pebbels
      No, I agree with Buggs Bunny.

  • @Davidsavage8008
    @Davidsavage8008 2 роки тому

    The best has yet to come ?
    He nailed that ONE.

  • @OriginalSocks
    @OriginalSocks 4 роки тому +2

    20:15 through the end is incredible

  • @patentpending94
    @patentpending94 11 років тому +1

    Great President! So glad he was reelected

  • @rossfrankton7482
    @rossfrankton7482 5 років тому

    Woke up like this great campaign glad we could do it for the people by the people

  • @nindi54
    @nindi54 11 років тому +2

    ive cried when i saw this ..he js s

  • @wrenzserrano2320
    @wrenzserrano2320 3 роки тому +320

    Who's here after Biden's speech?

    • @illuminazi9208
      @illuminazi9208 3 роки тому +8

      Me. Compared to this Bidens speech sounded like he was just rambling

    • @amiehampton867
      @amiehampton867 3 роки тому +3

      Meee 12 years later Joe Biden won.

    • @Ilnath
      @Ilnath 3 роки тому

      😳wonder what Trumps speech is going to be about... 😳😳😳😳

    • @pushpathomas1270
      @pushpathomas1270 3 роки тому

      Me

    • @onemiller1163
      @onemiller1163 3 роки тому +1

      @@Ilnath ??

  • @kevinhirt
    @kevinhirt 3 роки тому +96

    As a republican.... I’d do anything for Obama back. He was so inspiring and an incredible speaker. I don’t agree with all of his policies. But He definitely knew how to unite a country

    • @KPeake-wk2te
      @KPeake-wk2te 3 роки тому +12

      You are a smart republican

    • @surrealismomuto
      @surrealismomuto 2 роки тому

      ua-cam.com/video/DWDRWwykPeM/v-deo.html

    • @trevor3013
      @trevor3013 2 роки тому

      Reading this comment makes me happy and sad. =\

    • @axrdeardido
      @axrdeardido 2 роки тому

      just because he agrees with obama, does not mean he deserves a cookie.

    • @jeffm1083
      @jeffm1083 2 роки тому +2

      @@axrdeardido Republicans that are willing to admit when democrats have a better candidate are rare.

  • @myratravin9588
    @myratravin9588 4 роки тому +252

    Seeing this makes what is going on today so deeply sad. We will always remember such a great man.

    • @theloverloubens7732
      @theloverloubens7732 4 роки тому

      Myra Travin it's good

    • @andreac980
      @andreac980 4 роки тому +4

      @@er9cGMD shut t f u

    • @kalookakoo5
      @kalookakoo5 3 роки тому +4

      @@er9cGMD Like every President for the last several decades.

    • @hgcuc8527
      @hgcuc8527 3 роки тому +1

      @@andreac980 Why u mad? Because he speaks facts and u cant deny it how a terrible war criminal he is.

    • @brucewillis1419
      @brucewillis1419 3 роки тому

      Hi pretty 🥰 Good to hear from you again

  • @aritawycliffemogeni2149
    @aritawycliffemogeni2149 4 роки тому +140

    Guess am here again for the hundredth time for inspiration.

  • @heavymetalrox268
    @heavymetalrox268 3 роки тому +286

    I have tears after watching this speech every time, and I'm not even from America.

    • @tommyz5189
      @tommyz5189 3 роки тому +16

      Yep, me too. Sadly, we have a current spoiled little kid as President who only knows how to file a lawsuit. NOW, it is up to the Dems, again, to get out of the mess the Republicans have created just as what Bush created in 2008. I hope Biden/Harris can make the world trust America again.

    • @cerlosfernandoanchariflore3709
      @cerlosfernandoanchariflore3709 3 роки тому

      soy único y detergente lloro por el discurso de un asesino y lo aplaudo solo porque es negro
      :u

    • @avinashsingh8977
      @avinashsingh8977 3 роки тому

      Did u cry everytime he entered a new war or dropped bombs in the middle east?

    • @youngdrosenumbaone8371
      @youngdrosenumbaone8371 3 роки тому +1

      @@avinashsingh8977oh you mean like every president for the past 30 years? They're all war criminals, dont kid yourself. He adopted an America deep into an invasion/war started by Bush. Its not as simple as "pull out." At least he was a president the youth could look up to, not a disgusting blob or a walking corpse.

    • @avinashsingh8977
      @avinashsingh8977 3 роки тому

      @@youngdrosenumbaone8371 trump didnt start any new wars what are u talking abt. Hes actually pulled many of the troops out of these wars that obama started. The media paints an amazing picture of this man when in reality hes a useless president he didnt do anything for the people

  • @musemadness55
    @musemadness55 11 років тому +194

    this is absolutely the most amazing speech I have ever seen

    • @randomstuffswithrrd
      @randomstuffswithrrd 4 роки тому +2

      Nope.. Kennedy's was even better

    • @tikitorchgamin1842
      @tikitorchgamin1842 4 роки тому +5

      @@randomstuffswithrrd NAH

    • @PBI45
      @PBI45 3 роки тому

      Meanwhile, in trump's presidency...
      "Bing bing bong bong bing bong"

    • @surrealismomuto
      @surrealismomuto 2 роки тому

      ua-cam.com/video/DWDRWwykPeM/v-deo.html

  • @MsBoogiej
    @MsBoogiej 4 роки тому +123

    I listen to this speech for inspiration and encouragement ...

  • @bloodysnaii6047
    @bloodysnaii6047 4 роки тому +122

    I still wish we was America’s president, god bless this man.

    • @haymkrr
      @haymkrr 4 роки тому

      There can only be one president in United States at a time ...

    • @lilchromozome
      @lilchromozome 4 роки тому +8

      @@haymkrr oh no way, i totally didn't know that.

    • @bloodysnaii6047
      @bloodysnaii6047 4 роки тому +2

      @@haymkrr lmao duh, of course I know that , I'm just saying that he was a good president HAYDEN L omg..

    • @exocet8834
      @exocet8834 4 роки тому

      Millions and thousands of innocent dead women and children in Libya and around the world probably dont share your opinion..

    • @jens9610
      @jens9610 4 роки тому +10

      @@exocet8834 that's absolutely not true. (At least here)
      America was respected by most of the people. Obama was respected.
      Nowadays everyone is just complaining about Trump. He totally destroyed the good image of America.

  • @kyoungparkprofile
    @kyoungparkprofile 4 роки тому +39

    Here I am remedying myself watching Obama's speech after watching 2020 presidential debate. I am feeling detoxicated.

  • @taranmurphy3422
    @taranmurphy3422 3 роки тому +40

    When our country was GREAT!! And the GREATEST was leading us!!

  • @ashleymarie1278
    @ashleymarie1278 3 роки тому +8

    Black people have been through so much in this country ..this moment of our first black President is truly history ! 👏🏼🙏🏼❤️

    • @ziggy481
      @ziggy481 3 роки тому

      @IEatLiberals ForBreakfast huh?

    • @ziggy481
      @ziggy481 3 роки тому

      @IEatLiberals ForBreakfast why is that sad?

  • @ankanspelar1508
    @ankanspelar1508 3 роки тому +29

    Watching this after Bidens speech

    • @Nr.1Mimir
      @Nr.1Mimir 3 роки тому +3

      Bidens speech looked exactly the same and I love it

  • @altarique123
    @altarique123 2 роки тому +28

    This is 2022 and I still listen to his speech over and over again.

  • @surendrarp
    @surendrarp 4 роки тому +16

    Amazing , Inspiring Speech. Would like to keep listening to President Barack Obama.

  • @hosseinadelnia5574
    @hosseinadelnia5574 3 роки тому +6

    The US will never see such a great president. Such a respectful and inspiring man !
    I learnt English from Obama's speech, believe it or not.
    Just see how nicely and clearly he enunciates every single word. Thanks for teaching me English Mr Obama : )

  • @biker4646
    @biker4646 11 років тому +41

    Got goosebumps. He is d greatest man I have ever known

  • @mamadubelabalde4822
    @mamadubelabalde4822 3 роки тому +9

    The best president. when I become president of my country, I will lead it the way Obama did.

  • @jesusguido6986
    @jesusguido6986 3 роки тому +13

    Aside from his wisdom, the sound of his voice and density of his words had so much impact on all the speeches he gave.

  • @gregorystewart4565
    @gregorystewart4565 3 роки тому +4

    We need Barack, not Biden not trump. This man

  • @xFlashzHD
    @xFlashzHD 11 років тому +40

    18:40 - 20:08 just gave me goosebumps..

  • @josephmaboto7827
    @josephmaboto7827 10 років тому +49

    Actually the guy is so good in representing his speech

  • @scottfitzgearldie3120
    @scottfitzgearldie3120 6 років тому +112

    The best President of my time

    • @omarespinosa5745
      @omarespinosa5745 6 років тому +5

      you criminals did like him.

    • @scottfitzgearldie3120
      @scottfitzgearldie3120 6 років тому +20

      Omar Espinosa no it's the truth compared to the clown in office now it's no comparison.The Obama's carried that office with class, respect,no scandals, non racist.He was Americans people President and I was so glad to call him my President

    • @LordVader066
      @LordVader066 6 років тому +2

      #MAGA

    • @johnair1
      @johnair1 5 років тому +4

      01:28 "we rise as one nation"... i think Trupm got that wrong. Should have listened to this talk i guess ; )

    • @BigWilt2000
      @BigWilt2000 5 років тому

      Scott fitzgearldie Exactly

  • @Executnr
    @Executnr 12 років тому +8

    His crowd control is amazing., U could have heard a pin drop, and they are outside. Top 5 speech of all time.

  • @michaelruzic3370
    @michaelruzic3370 4 роки тому +19

    What a leader he was I miss him so much

  • @bobplumberable5770
    @bobplumberable5770 12 років тому +12

    This was his best speech by far! He was so passionate that you couldn't help but scream and clap with the crowd!

  • @MALLYGEEZ1
    @MALLYGEEZ1 3 роки тому +5

    We are and forever will be. THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
    Goosebumps

  • @cathy5070
    @cathy5070 4 роки тому +5

    Best President in my life time ! Will always love you and your fmly. Who gave us so much and loved ALL OF US. Thank you!

  • @covergirl7395
    @covergirl7395 3 роки тому +3

    BRING OBAMA BACK

  • @dipdawg1378
    @dipdawg1378 8 років тому +79

    Best President ever!!!!!!

    • @omarespinosa5745
      @omarespinosa5745 6 років тому +1

      lol lol lol lol, right he did so much for you. lol lol lol

    • @Mvtito
      @Mvtito 6 років тому +4

      Omar Espinosa how's your illegal family doing now with Trump?

    • @omarespinosa5745
      @omarespinosa5745 6 років тому +2

      oh i forgot idiots and homosexuals voted for him to, you just sound low IQ.

    • @wisdomofpower1825
      @wisdomofpower1825 6 років тому +3

      @@omarespinosa5745 Look at your IQ.

    • @omarespinosa5745
      @omarespinosa5745 6 років тому

      look at your own iq.?? idiot. wisdom of power. lol lol

  • @crosswaynyc
    @crosswaynyc 3 роки тому +7

    So happy I lived as a young adult in this happier time in American history. We had a great man, leader, and role model as President.

  • @setsom2857
    @setsom2857 2 роки тому +2

    How blessed we were to have a leader like this. We were the envy of the world. Leadership of this nature transcend political views or race.

  • @romanbellic2178
    @romanbellic2178 3 роки тому +4

    Biden 2020

  • @SuperRedux
    @SuperRedux 11 років тому +71

    OMG !.....i had tears after watching this speech

    • @JimmySmith2441
      @JimmySmith2441 4 роки тому

      Blood tears? 🤣🤣

    • @SuperRedux
      @SuperRedux 4 роки тому +5

      Jimmy Smith Shut up you trump supporter ! You black hating war monger .

    • @chrismartinn7578
      @chrismartinn7578 3 роки тому

      @@JimmySmith2441 haha my president served two terms with a record of 69 million+ votes. Yours just got fired.

  • @aryabhaktha2967
    @aryabhaktha2967 3 роки тому +4

    I'm an Indian and I'll tell ya: "Obama, you're the greatest..!!"

  • @hoangvietphu8467
    @hoangvietphu8467 3 роки тому +2

    Still shadowing to learn English from you Obama! You are my Idol!

  • @ceewats
    @ceewats 10 років тому +4

    I find it humorus that all the Obama (wish I had another word to use other than haters, but it's all I got for now) haters, typed in or click on something that said President Barack Obama Victory Speech 2012 are throwing salt. Type in Mitt Romney 2012 Losers Speech, and rant all you want and use words like Muslim, Communist, Gay lover or whatever.....have fun.

  • @chiranjitganesh1893
    @chiranjitganesh1893 4 роки тому +5

    Love from INDIA!! ❤️❤️ The inspiration of the youth around the world!!❤️❤️❤️

  • @portialwalker7396
    @portialwalker7396 6 років тому +27

    Dawn I wish 2pac was here to
    see this

  • @fearthesnake7470
    @fearthesnake7470 4 роки тому +9

    Obama is so good at giving speeches. I love them!

  • @mamadubelabalde4822
    @mamadubelabalde4822 3 роки тому +3

    ´´the role citizen in our democracy does not end with your vote. America has never been about what can be done for us, but what can be done by us´´. the best remarks ever

  • @higalekombe7541
    @higalekombe7541 4 роки тому +8

    I feel so good when these man of great mind speek love baarcks speeches

  • @johnbarnette6101
    @johnbarnette6101 3 роки тому +2

    As a Republican, I hope I can speak publicly the way Obama does someday.

  • @revenant5662
    @revenant5662 3 роки тому +3

    For me as a German he was a person even I looked up to. Such an inspiration and truly a great person. You can ask every German and they will tell that the Obama-Merkel relationship was one of the best thing happening to all of us. I really miss him...

  • @marcellosandoval2974
    @marcellosandoval2974 4 роки тому +6

    i wish mitt romney was our president right now instead that other man

  • @dengay36
    @dengay36 4 роки тому +10

    10/29/2019. I'll just say I had to watch again.

  • @soyoungjoe1899
    @soyoungjoe1899 3 роки тому +2

    I was just here to improve my speech skills and I end up nearly crying
    And I’m not even American lol

  • @Roco8128
    @Roco8128 11 років тому +13

    Powerfull!

  • @mattbobu5825
    @mattbobu5825 11 років тому +12

    Like if you see oprah in the back

  • @MichaelCobbs
    @MichaelCobbs 8 років тому +12

    Fantastic!

  • @fredaydaybae8450
    @fredaydaybae8450 3 роки тому +2

    Always Love you President Obama❤️❤️

  • @_t_h_o_m_a_s_
    @_t_h_o_m_a_s_ 3 роки тому +4

    8 freaking years ago. I remember it like it was yesterday

  • @HalfGermany100
    @HalfGermany100 3 роки тому +4

    So much respect for this guy. Love from Karlsruhe, Germany.

  • @lukarion4118
    @lukarion4118 7 років тому +18

    18:35 Vicetone track begins here.

  • @ricardobjj24
    @ricardobjj24 3 роки тому +7

    Greatest speaker ive ever heard

  • @moonshinesecrets
    @moonshinesecrets 12 років тому +4

    I never in my life expected that I would be this proud of my President one day. This is a great time to be alive in America indeed!

  • @z.k.2268
    @z.k.2268 3 роки тому +2

    Oh those last 2 minutes..!
    Thank you for everything President Obama.

  • @ExilixE
    @ExilixE 12 років тому +4

    Dam, he sure knows how to woo a crowd. I got so hyped in the last minute of his speech!

  • @jimhack3
    @jimhack3 11 років тому +6

    This was the best post that I've read all year!! Thank you ute801!! Great job Man!!

  • @big_smoke7t
    @big_smoke7t 3 роки тому +4

    Can't believe it's been 8 years men.

  • @lindamorgan7889
    @lindamorgan7889 3 роки тому +8

    RESPECT, this Man is a legend ❤️

  • @nindi54
    @nindi54 11 років тому +18

    he made me feel such an emotional ,,god bless obama

  • @barandemir9597
    @barandemir9597 8 років тому +8

    Omg

  • @docdee770
    @docdee770 Рік тому +1

    Our first African-American President, whose former Caucasian sidekick is now President, with an African-American, female Vice President. AWESOME!

  • @shibajyotichoudhury8186
    @shibajyotichoudhury8186 4 роки тому +4

    The last 2 mins gave me such goosebumps, one of the best speeches by the best president ever.

    • @earningzekrom4173
      @earningzekrom4173 4 роки тому +2

      Obama fan here, he wasn’t even in the top 5. Top 15 or 10, not top 5 or best

    • @devonballard8222
      @devonballard8222 4 роки тому +2

      "Honestly President Obama's best speech is his 2008 acceptance speech.." 🤔

  • @skillz1855
    @skillz1855 11 років тому +7

    This makes me proud, Great man for a Great country, for the racist folks who dont like it, there are other countries u can move to, I promise I wont try to stop u

  • @alexwmartins
    @alexwmartins 11 років тому +5

    yes. in my country.

  • @mq46312
    @mq46312 4 роки тому +1

    The music was more appropriate for an WWE Entrance.

    • @haykg
      @haykg 4 роки тому +1

      Obama: Loud Music
      Trump: USA chants

  • @cdjo23
    @cdjo23 11 років тому +12

    You're just jealous of him, admit it!!

  • @XxbakexXx
    @XxbakexXx 12 років тому +3

    We all love Barack Obama!!! woooo

  • @johntaylor8077
    @johntaylor8077 3 роки тому +6

    Still to this day this is by far the most beautiful and powerful speech ever it still blows me away i love him

  • @IshtiaqMayo-u4f
    @IshtiaqMayo-u4f Місяць тому

    5 sal aur aapka intezar karna padega😊 FIR Ham vahan jiski bhi government kahenge vahan banva aaenge filhal Tum drum sahab ke hamen aur uske sath denge waqt waqt aane per yah duniya ke Liye hai sare system ko Bahar karne ke liye America ki policy mein badlie filhal badlenge To Nahin bharke hue iske bad Koi naya hi Banda aaega ram sahab ke bad

  • @erichuffman6266
    @erichuffman6266 11 років тому +8

    Is electing Obama again working now.

  • @Randevarr
    @Randevarr 3 роки тому +3

    So this is what a proper president looks like...

  • @TCT24
    @TCT24 11 років тому +3

    19:46 ENOUGH SAID

  • @cindyalvarado5568
    @cindyalvarado5568 5 років тому +1

    Wish we could go back to this day , I hope they take trump outta office !

  • @IshtiaqMayo-u4f
    @IshtiaqMayo-u4f Місяць тому

    Han bus aur mujhe batana chahta hun sabko main pahle kadam rakhta Hun To sadiyon se chalte a rahe hain vah 1000 sal Piche chale jaate Hain aur dusre kadam mein unki Kahani khatm ka naam bhi khatm aur nishan bhi khatm barhal fir bhi Maine kuchh khud ko roka hua hai Sahi waqt aane per apna Kam Karen aur jo bhi karta hun main soch samajh Kar baat karta hun Baki America ki baat rahegi to use Ham bacha hi Rahe bevkuf log kahate chadha padhaai America uska Sahi fayda utha raha hai isliye kahate Hain apne aap ko sambhalo hamare hote hue ismein battery wala kabhi Koi Nahin chhod rakhi America ko barbad karne jaise Pakistan ko unhone barbad kiya hai yahan kyon khurana jinko vote tak Nahin milati prime Minister Ban jaate Hain

  • @briankay427
    @briankay427 4 роки тому +1

    when kids watch DT's speeches they may think "you can't give a speech without attacking, cussing, offending and abusing someone" #ObamaTheBest.

  • @adrnmarn
    @adrnmarn 3 роки тому +1

    Some people may of hated him, some people may of loved him, but one thing for sure is that he made history being the first African American President showing that anyone can be President and do big things just like him.

  • @DenCheaden
    @DenCheaden Рік тому

    មែ៉របស់ខ្ញុំមកពីរផ្សារវិញហើយខ្ញុំមិនអាចនិយាយបានទេមូលហេតុខ្ញុំខ្លាចគាត់ចាប់ខ្ញុំដាក់គុក

  • @notkendallroy
    @notkendallroy 2 роки тому +1

    Damn this man delivered great speeches, i'm analysing his speeches in english lessons now

  • @DenCheaden
    @DenCheaden Рік тому

    បងប្រុសរីករាយតែខ្ញុំលំបាកហើយវេទនាជាទីបំផុតបងប្រុសដឹងហើយថាខ្ញុំកើតទុករាល់ថ្ងៃ

  • @-xl7ep1se3i
    @-xl7ep1se3i 2 роки тому

    Hคุณโอบรามาดิฉันดีใจที่ใด้ทำให้ใทุกทุกใด้ไม่ต้องมีโรคร้ายก่อนทีบลิวจะถูกจับหนูอ่อนวอนแลอธิฐานพระเจ้าทำไมลงโทษบลิวบ้างบลิวทำร้ายจิตใจหนูมากเกินไปหนูเกิดมาไม่เคยทำร้ายใครเลยมาเมือเช้าและเกิดแรงอธิฐานจริงจริงขอให้หนูใด้เงินจากบลิวและท่าหนูมีเงินหนูจะช่วยเหลือคนทั้งโลกและมาวันนี้พระเจ้าก็ลงโทษบลิวจริงจริงหนูดีใจมากเลยคะเพาะท่าบลิวไม่โดนจับโรคร้ายที่เขาและแคกมำขึ้นมาก็จะฆ่าคนมั้งโลกไม่รู้อีกเท่าไรคะ

  • @stizzmendoza-hernandez8762
    @stizzmendoza-hernandez8762 4 роки тому +1

    PEOPLE ARE JUST MAD AND WANT TO KISS MY ASS... NOPE YOUR GONE ARACELI REZA REYES, SANJUAÑITA VALLES LÓPEZ, ELIZABETH RIVERA, SANJUAÑA LARA AND MANY MORE

  • @diegoforest
    @diegoforest Рік тому +1

    Watching this as the tears flow down my face I ask WTF happened to our country.

  • @Mr.Whiskers690
    @Mr.Whiskers690 3 роки тому +1

    I miss Obama has president he was a great president in my opinion

  • @trevor3013
    @trevor3013 2 роки тому

    Whenever I need a reminder of what America is capable of in times when it's hard to see it, I watch videos of obama