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Early in the morning on Jan. 21st, President Barack Obama rides the elevator to the Private Residence of the White House after attending 10 inaugural balls and a long day including being sworn in as President at noon on Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009.
Official White House Photo by Pete Souza

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Radianman says:

He looks happy!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

vic.v says:

he does.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

matthewcgallagher says:

He does look happy, even after the 10 inaugural balls.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

ddot. says:

this is beautifully framed.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

tonyj19 says:

Hey Reggie, GO Duke!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Sunshine Girl AZ says:

Lovely shot; great expression!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

leyink says:

that's my president. i still can't believe it.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Marc Love says:

The end of one incredible day.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Sonja_za says:

Welcome Home, Mr President!
May you, your family and your nation be Blessed and in return be a Blessing to the rest of the World.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

luvi says:

Lovely shot.
This is my president, too.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

downBridge_photos says:

great story there
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Vintage Daydream says:

Beautiful and inspiring. This makes me smile.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

emdot says:

god we have a handsome president! :)
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

pongky © says:

I've seen this one before, it's another famous shot.. keep'em coming pete souza
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Mr. Chapel says:

Great shot!

light,theme,smile:)
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

E Martin Photo says:

Great light, great composition and framing. Wonderful and evocative photos!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

kd_rome says:

Elegant! Pres. Obama you're the MAN!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

wentzxxpete says:

i love smile.
awesome photo.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

kamakazikorean13 says:

he's smiling cuz he knows hes gettin laid tongiht.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Neomoon says:

Straight G
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

faravee says:

Lol @ kamakazikorean. Ten (!) inaugural balls????? In one day?Poor chap. No wonder he is smiling, knowing that is over and done with..
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Arty Farty Show says:

The end of a very special day and a lovely photo which says it all. The slightly angled image adds to the sense of elevation, perhaps even transcendence. Great work Pete Souza. Best wishes from Ireland.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Jayden Black (ex account) says:

I love his smile. : )
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Imagin' says:

:) this is funny :) nice!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

yonas1 says:

This is fantastic. You are amazing, Pete Souza.
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

ladywithlongredhair2003 says:

Congratulations Mr President! Welcome to being our President!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

aldoneversmiles says:

Great shot!
Great man!
Posted 7 months ago. ( permalink )

Jane_dora says:

Yeah, loosen that tight noose to your neck al day. Would you be needing a massueress for the white house, sir? :D I wouldnt mind massaging the stress away. Though you show no sign of stress and taking it all in your stride and quite within your rights to show tiredness and freedom.

Well done. It was a long day in anyones life.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Carotuf says:

He was happy because after attending all of the balls, he hit the floor running, his sleeves rolled and ready to work.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

Arnaldo Alves says:

I liked very much. Amused, relaxed...
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

rcrissinger says:

I think this Administration could very easily make a case for itself as being better communicators than the great Reagan Administration. Wow.
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

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