Obama endorses French presidential candidate Macron – CNN

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"I have admired the campaign that Emmanuel Macron has run," Obama says in a video, which Macron shared Thursday. "He has stood up for liberal values, he put forward a vision for the important role that France plays in Europe and around the world. And he is committed to a better future for the French people. He appeals to people's hopes and not their fears."

"I'm not planning to get involved in many elections now that I don't have to run for office again, but the French election is very important to the future of France and to the values that we care so much about," Obama says in the clip.

"Because of how important this election is, I also want you to know that I am supporting Emmanuel Macron to lead you forward."

"The main message that I have is to wish you all the best in the coming days," Obama said in the phone call.

CNN's Allie Malloy contributed to this report.

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