Pamitan, Begini Pesan Perpisahan Ibu Negara AS Melania Trump

WASHINGTON - Ibu Negara Amerika Serikat (AS) Melania Trump, dalam sebuah video, menyampaikan pesan perpisahan kepada wakyat Amerika Serikat. Pesan pamitan ini dirilis dua hari sebelum berakhirnya masa jabatan suaminya; Presiden Donald Trump .

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"Rekan-rekan Amerika saya, merupakan kehormatan terbesar dalam hidup saya untuk melayani sebagai Ibu Negara Amerika Serikat," kata Melania dalam video yang dirilis Senin (18/1/2021) di Twitter.



Situs web Gedung Putih juga merilis pesan perpisahan sang First Lady secara tertulis dan pesan video.

"Saya telah terinspirasi oleh orang Amerika yang luar biasa di seluruh negara kami,” kata Melania.

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Dia berterima kasih kepada anggota militer dan penegak hukum, tetapi tidak secara langsung membahas penyerbuan 6 Januari terhadap Gedung Capitol AS oleh para perusuh pro-Trump.

Insiden di Gedung Capitol AS menewaskan lima orang, termasuk seorang petugas polisi Capitol. Ribuan tentara Garda Nasional telah dikerahkan ke Washington DC dan ibu kota negara bagian di seluruh negeri di tengah ancaman kekerasan lebih lanjut seputar pelantikan Presiden terpilih Joe Biden.

"Empat tahun terakhir tak terlupakan. Saat Donald dan saya mengakhiri waktu kami di Gedung Putih, saya memikirkan semua orang yang telah saya bawa pulang di hati saya dan kisah cinta, patriotisme, dan tekad mereka yang luar biasa," lanjut Melania.



"Saya melihat wajah-wajah tentara muda pemberani yang telah memberi tahu saya dengan bangga di mata mereka betapa mereka sangat suka melayani negara ini. Untuk setiap anggota dinas dan keluarga militer kami yang luar biasa: Anda adalah pahlawan, dan Anda akan selalu ada dalam pikiran dan doa saya."

"Saya memikirkan semua anggota penegak hukum yang menyambut kami kemanapun kami pergi. Setiap jam setiap hari, mereka berjaga-jaga untuk menjaga keamanan komunitas kita, dan kita selamanya dalam utang mereka," imbuh dia.

Lebih lanjut, Melania Trump membahas pandemi virus corona yang melonjak di AS, di mana lebih dari 24 juta infeksi COVID-19 dan lebih dari 398.000 kematian telah dikonfirmasi, tertinggi di kedua metrik negara mana pun di dunia.

Presiden Trump selama ini dikritik karena dianggap meremehkan ancaman virus saat pertama kali tiba di AS.

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"Saat dunia terus menghadapi pandemi COVID-19, saya berterima kasih kepada semua perawat, dokter, profesional perawatan kesehatan, pekerja pabrik, pengemudi truk, dan banyak lagi yang bekerja untuk menyelamatkan nyawa," katanya.

"Kami berduka untuk keluarga yang kehilangan orang yang dicintai karena pandemi. Setiap kehidupan adalah berharga, dan saya meminta semua orang Amerika untuk berhati-hati dan menggunakan akal sehat untuk melindungi yang rentan karena jutaan vaksin sekarang sedang dikirimkan."

Berikut pesan perpisahan secara lengkap dari Ibu Negara Melania Trump yang dikutip SINDOnews.com dari laman resmi Gedung Putih;

A Farewell Message from First Lady Melania Trump

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.