The first black President of the United States is a good role model and a good father. That’s according to the head of Florida’s child welfare agency, who spoke during a recent Black History Month celebration.
Even when former President Barack Obama was in office, there was much tension between the administrations of Republican Governor Rick Scott and the Democratic leader of the U.S. But, Florida Department of Children and Families Secretary Mike Carroll—a Scott appointee—says whether you agree or disagree with Obama’s politics, there’s no doubt he’s become a role model for millions of Americans.
“He’s become a role model for his work ethic,” said Carroll, last week. “He’s become a role model for what he’s overcome in his life and his drive. He’s become a role model for the dad that he is, which is so important to me because of the family man that Barack Obama is. So, he has accomplished much.”
While they may not necessarily become a national leader, Carroll says it’s also important everyday people become role models and leaders within their own communities and families to help lead kids to success.
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