By President-elect Barack Obama

Next Tuesday, Barack Obama will be sworn in as our 44th President. On this historic occasion,
PARADE asked the President-elect, who is also a devoted family man, to get personal and tell us
what he wants for his children. Here, he shares his letter to them.

“Without You”

On the surface these may be unrelated, but not in my mind & heart. As I contemplate & anticipate this historic  inauguration, I can’t help but think of my Dad. He passed away in 2006. He was my best friend. When the announcement came that Obama had won, I cried. My tears were mixed with joy & sorrow as I wondered about how my Dad would have felt about this election and Obama. Likewise, whenever I hear this song I think of  him. Thanks again, Ayo, for another “heart song.”

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