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Barack Obama dresses as Santa to deliver gifts at children’s hospital

Obama can be seen passing out gifts and playing with excited children as he moves from ward to ward before delivering an address to hospital staff.

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David Gilmour—

Former President Barack Obama surprised and delighted patients and the whole internet on Thursday by dressing up as Santa and delivering presents to a children’s hospital.

Footage of the visit was posted on the official Twitter account of Children’s National, a medical center in Washington D.C.

Obama can be seen passing out gifts and playing with excited children as he moves from ward to ward before delivering a speech to hospital staff, thanking them for their hard work.

“I just want to say thank you to all of you guys for the chance to talk to some of the wonderful kids and their families at a time that is obviously tough for folks,” Obama said.

“As a dad of two girls I can only imagine, in that situation, to have nurses and staff and doctors and people who are caring for them,” he continued, “looking after them and listening to them and just there for them and holding their hand… that’s the most important thing there is.”

The holiday gesture warmed the hearts of many online.

David Gilmour

David Gilmour

David Gilmour is a reporter who specializes in national politics, internet culture, and technology.

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