Mrs Obama said today that she “expect great things” of the young people of Ireland but that she has “never felt more optimistic” about our island.
After arriving at Dublin Airport on Marine Helicopter II she was whisked to Trinity College along with her daughter Malia (14) and Sasha (12) to study their family heritage and see the Book of Kells.
The visit caused significant traffic disruption in the city centre as gardai temporarily closed off roads as part of a major security operation.
The Obamas arrived in Belfast on Air Force One after 8.30am this morning and Michelle began a hectic day by introducing her husband, Barack, to secondary school students at the city’s Waterfront Convention Centre.
She spoke of their “pretty packed schedule” over the next few days but said that it was an “honour” to be so welcome in Ireland.
“But wherever we go, no matter what’s on our plate we always do our best to meet young people just like you.
Kevin Doyle - Irish Times
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