President Obama Magically Silences a Crying Baby

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John Hudson 7,469 Views Jun 21, 2011

Turns out, President Obama won't need to kiss any babies during his 2012 campaign bid, he can simply calm their cries with his comforting grasp. In a rather adorable moment, shared by Jezebel founder Anna Holmes, the commander-in-chief takes a crying baby from Michelle Obama at a White House meet and great and bam! the infant's whimpering moans cease. The best expression is the president's gloating glance as Michelle gapes in awe:

The official White House photographer caught the still version. It was the official photo of the day:

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