Not only does Denzel Washington have the last name of the city where the White House resides, almost already pointing the finger towards reason number one of why he would play former President Barack Obama perfectly: he has the greatness that a true leader embodies.

His roles on screen epitomize a true man of his word, much like President Obama. He holds courage in his voice and speaks words of wisdom. His confident demeanor, the sparkle in his eye when he knows he’s reached the feat of motivating an individual with his words, and the seriousness of his tone gives refuge to the shaken, and that’s not all.

These are the reasons why Washington is the perfect choice to play the former President on the big screen.

Washington Delivers With Poise and Conviction

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Washington’s passion for his work transfers into a characteristic strength that you know comes from the heart, as he effortlessly moves fans with his evoked emotion. There’s no transition in the roles he plays, meaning his ability to perform on screen is a continuous progression of skill. He can ground sets with one command and hold space for those who can’t. He conveys his dialogue with poise and a chilling conviction, leaving room to believe anything he says. And if there were ever an error in his relegation, we can only assume that his eye for perfection would demand a correctness that only he could do.

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His Voice Carries Volumes

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Washington may always take the lead, but has no problem instilling his wisdom into others. His words speak volumes and carry the weight of all who love him. He’s as classy as they come but has a controlled edge that could put you right back in your place. He’ll set you ablaze for bringing troubles to others and walk away with lean in his step. His principle elevates himself to levels of virtue and nothing he does goes unnoticed. His prominence is a magnet to the commonwealth, and he willingly shares the best version of himself with others.

A genuine man for the people and someone you just can’t replace, Washington is upright without effort and does it well.

Washington Takes on Roles Relating to True Stories, Real Leadership

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Washington is the center of some of film’s most inspirational speeches, and they are all supported by an innate power. In Remember The Titans, Washington takes on the role of a Black football coach during days of segregation in the Deep South. Though he was faced with adversity in hopes of having him quit, Washington’s character, Coach Boone, took the trial head-on—much like the way President Obama had to overcome being America’s first Black President.

Boone led the team to a state title in this true story and gave his team words of encouragement as much as he could, and if Obama were to bring his comrades on a run through Gettysburg, we can only assume he would have said something along the lines of what Boone notably pitched to his team: “You listen, and you take a lesson from the dead. If we don’t come together right now on this hallowed ground, we too will be destroyed, just like they were. I don’t care if you like each other or not, but you will respect each other. And maybe… I don’t know, maybe we’ll learn to play this game like men.”

Washington also covered the basics of leading a whole revolution in his lead role as Malcolm X in the 1992 film, Malcolm X. The actor generated a believable performance as the man who founded the Organization of Afro-American Unity, which aimed to teach racial tolerance rather than segregation. When the real Malcolm X was making his way into his leadership, he went through many trials that led him to understand that race is not a factor, but just a color in our vision.

He, too, had trouble believing that all were equal, but ultimately, he broke through the molds of society and ultimately changed the entire outlook of what human rights are. Washington took this role and manifested himself exquisitely as the pivotal Civil Rights driver. He gave a convincing portrayal of who Malcolm X was, providing that his name stays in its utmost honor.

This is something the former President deserves as the righteous and respectful man that he is and has been for one country to the next.

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Washington Knows How to Nail a Perfect Character Portrayal

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Washington has graced us with performances that soar through the sky; his roles are monumental and serve a purpose. When he played the role of a Naval base psychiatrist, Lt. Cmdr. Dr. Jerome Davenport in the true story of Antwone Fisher, he epitomized what help truly is. Antwone grew up without knowing his father. Though he was fostered and molested, he stayed educated and kept his head on straight. When he displayed aggression while serving in the Navy, he was ordered to seek guidance from the therapist on base.

In this film, Washington showed Fisher the way towards internal freedom—both through his character and the actor himself inherently grasping the nuances of playing the person Antwone needed—giving us yet another moving presentation of why his cultural bearings and personal mannerisms would reflect that of President Obama perfectly.

Washington Represents Former President Barack Obama’s Ethical Morality

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There are plenty of reasons why Washington would provide an earnest deliverance of who President Barack Obama is. It would take an actor who is not only acclaimed, but one who is so devoted to their roles that it looks as if there is no effort at all; someone who has plans to succeed in their life, regardless of having already succeeded—and Washington is just that.

He not only has the skill, but the voice of reason to embody President Obama’s ethical presence and morality, and we are more than ready for this incredible depiction to remind us what leadership truly is.