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Following the inauguration of President Donald Trump on Friday, former President Barack Obama resumed his life as a private citizen, yet vowed to continue working in the coming years.
In a post on his personal Twitter account, Obama notified the American people he would be taking a short vacation with his family before pursuing the next stage of his career.
Hi everybody! Back to the original handle. Is this thing still on? Michelle and I are off on a quick vacation, then we’ll get back to work.
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) January 20, 2017
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The former president headed for Palm Springs, Calif., after leaving office, and will likely play a few rounds of golf while he is in the area.
Some took note of Obama’s statement that he’ll be getting “back to work” after his trip.
"Back to work."
Did someone forget to tell him…? https://t.co/LwkHDC98Yd
— Kassy Dillon (@KassyDillon) January 20, 2017
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Prior to Trump’s taking his oath of office, Obama issued his last tweets on the official presidential account, calling on the American people to pursue change and thanking them for his time in office.
It's been the honor of my life to serve you. You made me a better leader and a better man.
— President Obama (@POTUS44) January 20, 2017
I'm still asking you to believe – not in my ability to bring about change, but in yours. I believe in change because I believe in you.
— President Obama (@POTUS44) January 20, 2017
The Obamas also released a farewell video walking the public through their next steps as private citizens.
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“After eight years in the White House, Michelle and I now rejoin all of you as private citizens,” said the former president as he sat next to his wife, Michelle. “We want to thank you once again from the bottom of our hearts for giving us the incredible privilege of serving this country that we love.”
“We’re finally going to get some sleep and take some time to be with our family and just be still for a little bit,” said the former first lady. “So we might not be online quite as much as you’re used to seeing us.”
Barack Obama expressed his intent to join his supporters in bringing about change in the coming years.
“We look forward to joining you in that effort as fellow citizens. Thank you and we will see all of you again soon. Bye,” he concluded.
