Michelle Says She Wants Barack To Step Back, Let New Leaders Rise

The center officially opened on Friday and serves as the culmination of a political journey that took the couple from Chicago’s South Side to the White House

“People are a little discouraged right now,” the former president said.

“But, again, I believe that we go through these cycles, and there’s going to be a younger generation that pops up and there are going to be leaders who pop up.” Advertisement Obama said he now views himself less as an active participant in politics and more as a mentor helping younger leaders emerge.

Advertisement “You pick and choose your spots. I’m not suggesting I’ve done it perfectly,” Obama said.