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A handwritten letter dated Jan 20, 1993, on White House stationery, beginning with Dear Bill, and discussing feelings of wonder and respect upon entering the office—much like the tone found in George W. Bush’s Letter to Barack Obama years later. George H.W. Bush’s Letter to Bill Clinton
January 20, 1993

Dear Bill,

When I walked into this office just now I felt the same sense of wonder and respect that I felt four years ago. I know you will feel that, too.

I wish you great happiness here. I never felt the loneliness some Presidents have described.

There will be very tough times, made even more difficult by criticism you may not think is fair. I’m not a very good one to give advice; but just don’t let the critics discourage you or push you off course.

You will be our President when you read this note. I wish you well. I wish your family well.

Your success now is our country’s success. I am rooting hard for you.

Good luck – George