Obama, Bush, and Clinton Urge Americans To Work Together

Former Presidents Barack Obama, George W. Bush, and Bill Clinton celebrated the success of another peaceful transfer of power after President Joe Biden was sworn in.

In a video message on Wednesday, Obama pointed out the significance of a peaceful transfer of power.

“I think inaugurations signal a tradition of a peaceful transfer of power that is over two centuries old,” he said.

Bush jumped in and added, “I think the fact that the three of us are standing here talking about a peaceful transfer of power speaks to the institutional integrity of our country.”

Clinton explained the nation is “trying to come back to normalcy” and take on “totally abnormal challenges”

Watch their comments below:

Obama urged Americans to not just listen to those they agree with, but also listen to those they do not agree with.

He acknowledged Bush and his wife, Laura Bush, for their willingness to show Obama and his wife “grace” and “generosity.”

“It was a reminder that we can have fierce disagreements and yet recognize each other’s common humanity and that as Americans we have more in common than what separates us,” Obama said.

All three of them emphasized the importance of unity among Americans.