Former President Barack Obama conveyed his appreciation and respect for the current administration of President Joe Biden during a statement made on January 16 in Washington, D.C. Obama commended Biden for his effective management of the U.S. economy in the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic, highlighting the necessity for a leader who could prioritize the nation’s needs over political considerations during such a critical time. He remarked, “Four years ago, in the middle of a pandemic, we needed a leader with the character to put politics aside and do what was right. That’s what Joe Biden did.” Obama noted the significant achievements of Biden’s presidency, including the creation of 17 million new jobs and a reduction in healthcare costs, which he characterized as instrumental in establishing the strongest economic recovery in the world. He further emphasized Biden’s accomplishments in driving a robust recovery, which included historic wage increases and the passage of landmark legislation aimed at revitalizing the nation’s infrastructure and tackling the urgent challenges posed by climate change.