【美國第45屆第一夫人梅拉尼婭·特朗普（Melania Trump）發表告別致詞】
【美國新聞中心】
1/19/2021
1月18號，美國第45屆總統夫人在白宮發表告別緻詞，如下：
我的同胞們，
擔任美國第一夫人是我一生中最大的榮幸。
我受到了整個國家令人難以置信的美國人的啓發，他們通過他們的善良，勇氣，善良和優雅提升了我們的社區。
過去的四年令人難忘。 當我和唐納德（Donald）和我在白宮結束生活時，我想到了我心中帶回家的所有人，以及他們關於愛情，愛國主義和決心的不可思議的故事。
我看到勇敢的年輕士兵的面孔，他們自豪地告訴我，他們有多熱愛為這個國家服務。 對於每個服役人員和我們令人難以置信的軍人家庭：您是英雄，您將永遠在我的思想和祈禱中。
我想到無論走到哪裡，所有與我們打招呼的執法人員。 在每天的每一小時，他們都時刻保衛著我們社區的安全，而我們永遠背負著他們的債務。
我被在醫院和寄養中心探望過的孩子所感動。 即使他們與艱難的疾病作鬥爭或面臨挑戰，他們也給與他們會面的每個人帶來歡樂。
我記得那些與阿片類藥物成癮作鬥爭的母親，並為熱愛子孫而克服了難以置信的艱辛。
我受到了新生兒禁慾綜合徵嬰兒的專職照顧者以及為這些孩子提供成長所需的支持和照顧的社區的啓發。
當我想到這些有意義的經歷時，我很榮幸能有機會代表一個如此慷慨大方的國家。
隨著世界繼續面對COVID-19大流行，我感謝所有護士，醫生，醫療保健專業人員，製造工人，卡車司機以及許多其他致力於輓救生命的人。
我們為因大流行而失去親人的家庭感到悲傷。 每一條生命都是寶貴的，我要求所有美國人在運送數百萬種疫苗的同時，謹慎和常識地保護弱勢群體。
在這種困難中，我們看到了美國最好的一面。 學生們製作了卡片，並向我們的老年人運送了食品。 為了使我們的孩子學習，老師們付出了兩倍的努力。
家庭聚在一起為需要幫助的人提供飯食，用品，舒適和友誼。
對您所做的每件事都充滿熱情，但要始終記住，暴力永遠不會是答案，也永遠不會是有道理的。
當我來到白宮時，我反思了自己作為母親在鼓勵，增強力量和教導友善價值觀方面一直感到的責任。 作為成年人和父母，我們的責任是確保兒童有最好的機會過上充實而健康的生活。
對幫助孩子成功的熱情將推動我作為第一夫人的政策倡議。
我啓動了「Be Best」 —「做最佳的」以確保我們作為美國人盡一切努力照顧下一代。 「Be Best」專注於三大支柱：福利，在線安全和阿片類藥物濫用。
在短短的幾年中，我提高了對如何確保兒童上網安全的認識； 我們在國家的毒品流行及其對新生兒和家庭生活的影響方面取得了令人難以置信的進步，並且在寄養制度中向最弱勢的兒童發出了聲音。
在國際上，「Be Best」 已發展成為一個平台，該平台鼓勵世界領導人討論影響兒童生活的問題，並允許他們共享解決方案。 能夠代表國外的美國人是我的榮幸。 我珍惜我的每一次經歷，以及一路上遇到的鼓舞人心的人。
當我告別我作為第一夫人的角色時，我衷心希望每個美國人都能盡自己的一份力量來教導我們的孩子們成為「最佳的」含義。 我請父母教育您的孩子關於為使這個國家成為自由之國而努力和犧牲的勇敢無私的英雄。 並以身作則，關心社區中的其他人。
這個國家的承諾屬於我們所有人。 不要忽視自己的誠信和價值觀。 利用一切機會表達對他人的關懷，並在日常生活中養成良好的習慣。
在任何情況下，我都請每個美國人成為「Be Best」 的大使。 專注於團結我們的事物。 超越分裂我們的東西。 永遠選擇愛而不是仇恨，選擇和平而不是暴力，以及在自己之前採取其他措施。
作為一個民族大家庭，我們一起可以繼續成為子孫後代的希望之光，並繼續通過我們的勇氣，善良和信念將美國的民族遺產提升到更高的境界。
對於擔任第一夫人的特權，我無話可說。
對這個國家的所有人：您將永遠在我心中。
謝謝。 上帝保佑你們，上帝保佑美利堅合眾國。
原文如下：
My fellow Americans,
It has been the greatest honor of my life to serve as First Lady of the United States.
I have been inspired by incredible Americans across our country who lift up our communities through their kindness and courage, goodness and grace.
The past four years have been unforgettable. As Donald and I conclude our time in the White House, I think of all the people I have taken home in my heart and their incredible stories of love, patriotism, and determination.
I see the faces of brave young soldiers who have told me with pride in their eyes how much they love serving this country. To every service member and to our incredible military families: You are heroes, and you will always be in my thoughts and prayers.
I think of all the members of law enforcement who greet us wherever we go. At every hour of every day, they stand guard to keep our communities safe, and we are forever in their debt.
I have been moved by children I have visited in hospitals and foster care centers. Even as they fight difficult illnesses or face challenges, they bring such a joy to everyone they meet.
I remember the mothers who have battled the disease of Opioid addiction, and have overcome incredible hardships for love of their children.
I have been inspired by the devoted caregivers for babies born with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome, and communities that give these children the support and care they need to grow.
When I think about these meaningful experiences, I am humbled to have had the opportunity to represent a nation with such kind and generous people.
As the world continues to confront the COVID-19 pandemic, I thank all the nurses, doctors, healthcare professionals, manufacturing workers, truck drivers, and so many others who are working to save lives.
We grieve for the families who have lost a loved one due to the pandemic. Every life is precious, and I ask all Americans to use caution and common sense to protect the vulnerable as millions of vaccines are now being delivered.
In the midst of this hardship, we have seen the best of America shine through. Students have made cards and delivered groceries to our Senior Citizens. Teachers have worked twice as hard to keep our children learning.
Families have come together to provide meals, supplies, comfort and friendship to those in need.
Be passionate in everything you do but always remember that violence is never the answer and will never be justified.
When I came to the White House, I reflected on the responsibility I have always felt as a mother to encourage, give strength, and teach values of kindness. It is our duty as adults and parents to ensure that children have the best opportunities to lead fulfilling and healthy lives.
The passion for helping children succeed would drive my policy initiative as First Lady.
I launched Be Best to ensure that we as Americans are doing everything we can to take care of the next generation. Be Best has concentrated on three pillars: well-being, online safety, and opioid abuse.
In a few short years, I have raised awareness of how to keep children safe online; we have made incredible progress on our nation’s drug epidemic and how it impacts the lives of newborns and families, and we have given a voice to our most vulnerable children in the foster care system.
Internationally, Be Best has evolved into a platform that encourages world leaders to discuss issues impacting the lives of children and allows them to share solutions. It has been an honor to represent the American people abroad. I treasure each of my experiences and the inspiring people I have met along the way.
As I say farewell to my role as First Lady, it is my sincere hope that every American will do their part to teach our children what it means to Be Best. I ask parents to educate your children about the courageous and selfless heroes who worked and sacrificed to make this country the land of the free. And to lead by example and care for others in your community.
The promise of this Nation belongs to all of us. Do not lose sight of your integrity and values. Use every opportunity to show consideration for another person and build good habits into your daily lives.
In all circumstances, I ask every American to be an ambassador of Be Best. To focus on what unites us. To rise above what divides us. To always choose love over hatred, peace over violence, and others before yourself.
Together, as one national family, we can continue to be the light of hope for future generations and carry on America’s legacy of raising our nation to greater heights through our spirit of courage, goodness and faith.
No words can express the depth of my gratitude for the privilege of having served as your First Lady.
To all the people of this country: You will be in my heart forever.
Thank you. God bless you, and God bless the United States of America.
