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Hi there, Michelle and I are always energized by a return trip to Chicago. Coming home is a powerful reminder of the values that define us, and the work of the Obama Foundation. That’s why we decided to make a special holiday visit to the South Side last week.  As you’ll see in our video recap, this trip was an opportunity for us to meet with members of a new generation of leaders taking on some of the city’s most serious challenges. And it was an opportunity to listen to them about what’s working, and where they need more support. We also spent time with some inspiring young people—from students at Hyde Park High School, to girls participating in local mentorship organizations, to aspiring athletes at the South Side YMCA. Their enthusiasm and optimism were infectious, and drove home the importance of making sure they have the safe spaces, resources, and opportunities they need to be successful. There is so much work to be done—in Chicago and all around the world. But what continues to give us hope is the knowledge that young leaders everywhere are ready to step up and make a difference. They’re the reason the Foundation and the future Obama Presidential Center exist, and why your continued support matters more than ever. Thank you!  —Barack DONATE NOW