Barack Obama: For eight years in the White House, I walked along the West Colonnade to get to and from the Oval Office

For eight years in the White House, I walked along the West Colonnade to get to and from the Oval Office—a one-minute, open-air commute. It was along this walkway that I’d gather my thoughts for the day, preparing for conversations with members of Congress and constituents, reviewing plans and proposals to move the country forward. On the way back to the residence in the evenings, my briefcase stuffed with papers, I’d use the time to clear my mind, anticipating my dinner with Michelle and the girls, and an exuberant greeting from the dogs. This walk framed the beginning and end of my days, and it’s also the start of my book. Over the next couple of days, I’ll be sharing a glimpse of some of the most impactful moments of my life and the early years of my presidency. I hope you’ll travel the path with me.