Over the past eight years, I've heard "thanks Obama" said in a sarcastic tone to hint at things that people think are Obama's fault. However, I have a lot of things to actually thank Obama for. Here are the accomplishments that I feel Obama deserves a "thank you" for.

First off, he has shown us what a husband, father, president, and human should be. He has been caring, fun-loving, and uplifting when our country needed him.

He passed an immensely important healthcare reform that now provides healthcare to millions of people who did not have it previously.

He repealed "Don't Ask, Don't Tell", allowing gay people to openly serve in the military.

He increased support for vets by increasing the budget for the DVA.

He eliminated the terrorist Osama Bin Laden who claimed responsibility for the 9/11 attacks.

He took steps towards equal pay by signing the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act.

He protected thousands of acres of wilderness with the Omnibus Public Lands Management Act.

He invested in renewable technology to aid in our future.

He signed a Hate Crimes Prevention Act that expanded existing hate crimes protection.

He has completely avoided scandal during his administration.

Barack Obama will always be my president. I'd like to say one last time; Thanks, Obama.