First Lady Michelle Obama gave her final speech at the White House Friday. She spoke at a ceremony for high school counselors who demonstrated leadership skills. In her emotional speech, she spoke of the importance of a college education and hope. She told young people, "Don't be afraid. Be focused. Be determined. Be hopeful. Be empowered. Empower yourself with a good education. Then get out there and use that education to build a country worthy of you boundless promise. Lead by example with hop

The presidency of Barack Obama will end on Friday. In his final Weekly Address to the Nation, he thanks the American people for making him a better President and a better man. He also speaks of the importance of being involved citizens to try to improve the nation. | VOA Learning English