2019: A Year Of Change And Discovery

As I reflect on the past year, I’m so thankful and overwhelmed by all the new experiences and memories. From launching new endeavors and engaging new voters to sharing my story with all of you. Thank you for joining me on this journey. There’s so much to discover in 2019! pic.twitter.com/W0XhwPHcEp

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) December 31, 2018

As the year winds down and we look toward 2019, I’m asking you to make a commitment: find something you want to change in your community and take the first step toward changing it. If you need some inspiration, take a look at some of the young leaders who inspired me this year.

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) December 29, 2018

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Leaders like Dejah Powell, who started an organization to bring health and wellness resources to communities on the South Side of Chicago, expanding food access and providing people the space and time to take care of themselves. pic.twitter.com/tPW7NxTGLO

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) December 29, 2018

Leaders like Moussa Kondo and Sandor Lederer, who are each doing their part to fight corruption in their native countries of Mali and Hungary. Two people separated by continents but united in their pursuit of a more just, transparent society. https://t.co/YbOxSEyyCd

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) December 29, 2018

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Leaders like Hong Hoang, who mobilized a youth-led movement to create a greener world after becoming the first Vietnamese person to visit Antarctica. https://t.co/K8xPNC1OCQ

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) December 29, 2018

Leaders like Jonny Boucher, a Chicago native who, after losing too many friends and family to suicide, started a coffee shop to offer emotional support and guidance to those who might be in need of a little more than a strong cup of coffee to get through their day. pic.twitter.com/H6XPceR6d9

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) December 29, 2018

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I hope you find inspiration in the stories of Dejah, Moussa, Sandor, Hong and Jonny. Their journeys began with a decision to build the better future they wanted to see. The same is true for you. What matters isn’t the size of the step you take; what matters is that you take it.

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) December 29, 2018

The Coolest Year-End Lists

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As 2018 draws to a close, I’m continuing the tradition of sharing my year-end lists. It gives me a moment to reflect on the year through the books, movies, and music that I found most thought-provoking, inspiring, or just plain loved. I hope you enjoy it: https://t.co/qz6TCMKnkL

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) December 28, 2018

Thanks for putting “make me feel” on your “fav songs of 2018” list ! And since we’re talking “best of the year” lists , once again, you still hold da #1 spot for best president @barackobama 📷 courtesy of the @obamafoundation pic.twitter.com/Tvmzu2QYd9

— Janelle Monáe👽🚆🤖🚀🪐 (@JanelleMonae) December 28, 2018

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Thank you Mr President.

— Daveed Diggs (@DaveedDiggs) December 28, 2018

YES! I could not be more proud to have made this list! @BarackObama and @MichelleObama are the epitome of grace. So much of what we were trying to say on this album is displayed abundantly by the love and hope their family continues to show for our country. 🇺🇸😂🤟 pic.twitter.com/tdhvR1OtKU

— Brandi Carlile (@brandicarlile) December 28, 2018

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It appears that @BarackObama has impeccable musical taste. Quite the honor... pic.twitter.com/LrJnUNOlVa

— Anderson East (@Andersoneast) December 28, 2018

This is amazing? Thank you @BarackObama https://t.co/cyN0KBLnRm

— Hozier (@Hozier) December 28, 2018

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Look mama I made it! 😩
Thank you, @BarackObama. https://t.co/9TTLHmuJPO pic.twitter.com/uvdK588EM2

— H.E.R. (@HERMusicx) December 28, 2018

https://twitter.com/RafaelCasal/status/1078733308689698816

All They Do Is Win

Barack and Michelle Obama are Gallup’s Most Admired Man and Woman for 2018. https://t.co/KBsQCUDIUH pic.twitter.com/1fN1DKmULQ

— GallupNews (@GallupNews) December 27, 2018

Barack, Michelle Obama top Gallup poll of most admired man and woman by Americans. https://t.co/4fzsTfIW7p pic.twitter.com/brn3IyYLCo

— ABC News (@ABC) December 27, 2018

NEW POLL: Barack and Michelle Obama are America’s most admired man and woman https://t.co/9yvlCNjmsv pic.twitter.com/gk6RaWezUD

— The Hill (@thehill) December 27, 2018

Waitlist Be Gone

https://twitter.com/olivia_rayy/status/1077741983735648256

Happy Happy Holidays!

Enjoy the holiday season with the ones you love. Michelle and I wish you a very Merry Christmas! pic.twitter.com/LKLqlYfFUw

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) December 25, 2018

Bestseller

Michelle Obama’s "Becoming" is the bestselling hardcover book of the year https://t.co/wnTSYZpaCO

— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) November 30, 2018

Forever FLOTUS On Fallon

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#HamilDrop: President Obama

Gnight!
See you in 2019! pic.twitter.com/GZl4cxK6gO

— Lin-Manuel Miranda (@Lin_Manuel) December 21, 2018

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THE FINAL HAMILDROP:
One Last Time (44 Remix)
Featuring @ChrisisSingin, @BarackObama & @bebewinans.https://t.co/4bNgwEVlbt
Thank you. Enjoy. pic.twitter.com/htngMaaPLT

— Lin-Manuel Miranda (@Lin_Manuel) December 21, 2018

Santa Obama

There’s no better time than the holidays to give back to your community. Yesterday I got to do just that at @ChildrensHealth. As we celebrate the season and look forward to 2019, let’s recommit to doing our part to build a world that is a little more generous, tolerant, and kind. https://t.co/77rcNoY8jn

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) December 20, 2018

Yesterday, Santa Obama stopped by @ChildrensHealth to spread a little Christmas cheer and remind us what the holiday season is all about—giving back to the communities that we call home: pic.twitter.com/ATC2ksdNOO

— The Obama Foundation (@ObamaFoundation) December 20, 2018

Stand In Santa

Merry Christmas and happy holidays to the extraordinary kids, families, and staff at Children’s National. And thanks for humoring me as your stand-in Santa. https://t.co/mFmYCVk7cr

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) December 19, 2018

Thank you @BarackObama for making our patients’ day so much brighter. Your surprise warmed our hallways and put smiles on everyone’s faces! Our patients loved your company…and your gifts! https://t.co/bswxSrA4sQ ❤️ #HolidaysAtChildrens #ObamaAndKids pic.twitter.com/qii53UbSRS

— Children's National Hospital 🏥 (@ChildrensNatl) December 19, 2018

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Former Pres. Barack Obama—hauling a big sack of gifts—stopped by the Children’s National Hospital in Washington, D.C. https://t.co/wUURoviulz pic.twitter.com/2m2fcsCHIV

— ABC News (@ABC) December 19, 2018

Check out this little girl’s reaction when President Obama stopped by her hospital room at Children’s National this afternoon in DC. From the Office of President Barack Obama: pic.twitter.com/ezWxMAi0DD

— Nancy Chen (@NancyChenNews) December 19, 2018