A Letter to a Memorable President

My name is Maya Quale, a junior at the Dayton Regional STEM School in Kettering, Ohio. As the year draws to a close, so does the Obama administration. I am writing to you today to thank you. Thank you for all that you have done as a president, both for me and my country. I’m sure it’s been a rough eight years for you, but I am grateful for your poise, leadership, kindness, humor, among many other countless attributes.

When you were first elected President of the United States, I was only eight years old with no clue about politics, only knowing that my parents were overjoyed that you were the new President Elect. As I’ve grown up, I now realized how much I took for granted your Presidency. You have projected a positive image to our nation and the world. You speak eloquently and kind, not trying to diminish those less fortunate, and for that I thank you. Not only do I thank you, but I also thank the First Lady Michelle Obama. Together, you both accomplished great things setting the bar high.

I believe that everyone deserves the rights that America has to offer no matter their race, social class, or gender. You are part of what taught me to believe that. With every speech, you showed the world what we as a nation believe.

Of course there were always setbacks, but not all were within your control. I want to thank you for trying to do everything you can as a president despite having Republicans control the House and Senate. Compromises were made and I accept them. On the other hand, the country is doing economically well. Unemployment rate is low, gas prices are low, and things are looking better after 2008, even though I know it was not your fault for the stock market crash. But you have made vast improvements, so thank you.

Finally, thank you for everything you did as a president. Growing up having you as my first memorable president has really been a gift that I will treasure. You have been in a great role along with your family, showing the country what it really means to have class. I will dearly miss the Obama administration and am excited to see what positive things come your way.

Sincerely,

Maya Quale