Obamas wish Americans ‘a safe and happy Easter’

Former President Obama and his family wished Americans a happy Easter on Sunday, while also expressing hope “for a brighter future” for the nation as many celebrate another holiday amid the pandemic.

“This Easter, I hope we can all take some time to reflect on the blessings we enjoy and the hope we have for a brighter future,” the former president wrote in the tweet, which also featured a photo of the former first family.

“From our family to yours, have a safe and happy Easter,” he added.

This Easter, I hope we can all take some time to reflect on the blessings we enjoy and the hope we have for a brighter future. From our family to yours, have a safe and happy Easter. pic.twitter.com/hbTao0fIWd

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) April 4, 2021

The post comes as some in the nation continue celebrate the holiday virtually or social distanced for a second year during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. 

In a video message shared earlier on Sunday, President Biden and first lady Jill Biden shared Easter greetings to Americans, telling them to have happy holiday and encouraging them to get vaccinated. 

Joe Biden, who is the second Catholic to hold the nation’s highest office, said in the clip that he and the first lady share “the sentiments of Pope Francis, who has said that getting vaccinated is a moral obligation, one that can save your life and the lives of others.”

“By getting vaccinated and encouraging your congregations and your communities to get vaccinated, we not only can beat this virus, we can also haste the day when we can celebrate the holidays together again,” the president added.