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What You Missed: President Obama's Interview with YouTube

Summary:
YouTube stars Ingrid Nilsen, Destin Sandlin, and sWooZie sat down with President Obama to ask questions following the State of the Union.

Live from the East Room of the White House, YouTube creators Ingrid Nilsen, Destin Sandlin of “Smarter of Everyday,” and sWooZie sat down with President Obama to discuss the issues that they and their fans care the most about. During the conversation, the President spoke about community policing, investments in space exploration, and the future of LGBT rights in America. He also weighed in the properties of theelement “Obamium” and shared the stories behind some of the trinkets in his pocket today.

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Watch the full video here and check out highlights below.