Obama is a very good actor. He knows how to play it. And he is very adept at creating this ‘Obama’ – this character who is there whenever the world needs something.

Meaning of the quote

This quote suggests that President Obama is skilled at portraying a particular public image or "character" that people expect to see from him. The actor Jon Voight believes Obama knows how to act in a way that makes people feel he is there to help whenever they need something from their leader. In other words, Obama is good at creating a specific persona that he presents to the public.

About Jon Voight

Jon Voight is an acclaimed American actor who has won numerous awards, including an Academy Award. Known for his roles in films like Midnight Cowboy, Coming Home, and the National Treasure series, Voight has had a long and successful career in both film and television, despite his controversial conservative and religious beliefs in later years.

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