【美新社訊】第一夫人梅拉尼婭於1月18日發表告別演說。中文翻譯全文如下：
 
我的美國同胞們！

我一生中最大的榮幸就是成為美國的第一夫人。我受到了全美國出類拔萃的精英的啟發，他們通過善良，勇氣和恩典來提升了我們的社區。

過去的四年，對我來說是難以忘懷的；在川普總統與我在即將結束白宮日子的時刻，我們也將把關於愛，愛國主義和決心和勇氣的故事帶回家。

我看到了勇敢的年輕士兵的臉龐，他們用自豪的眼神告訴我，他/她們是多麼熱愛服務這個國家。所有的現役軍人以及軍人的家人們，你們都是英雄，我將永遠為你們祈禱和祝福。

我也向所有執法人員們致以問候，無論他/她們身在何處，每時每刻，他/她們都堅守崗位，保衛著我們社區的安全，我們永遠都欠他/她們一個情。

我在醫院和福利院看到的孩子們，也讓我深受感動，即使他/她們正在艱難的與病魔做鬥爭，但是他/她們仍然為彼此帶來最大的喜悅。

我也記得那些對抗鴉片等毒品問題的母親們，為了她們所愛的孩子，她們客服了巨大的困難。 

我也被那些照顧有新生兒禁慾綜合徵的嬰兒們的醫護工作者們和那些孩子們提供成長所需要的支持和照顧的社區人士感動和受到啟發。

當我想到這些意義非凡的經歷時，我深感荣幸能有机会，能夠代表一个如此善良和慷慨的人民組成的国家。
 
當全世界還在繼續面臨著新冠肺炎疫情大流行的時候，我要感謝所有的護士，醫生，醫護人員，製造業工人，卡車司機等，以及許多其他那些正在拯救生命，和為之努力的人們。 

我們也為因為疫情失去親人的家庭而感到悲痛。每一個生命都是珍貴的，我也呼籲所有美國人，用常識和謹慎，去保護最脆弱的人群，於此同時，現在已經有數以千萬計的新冠疫苗正在送往全美國各地。

在困難面前，我們也看到了美國人民的最閃光的一面：學生們製作了慰問卡片，並和食品一起，送到長者們的手中；老師們也付出了雙倍的努力，以保證孩子們的學習。

家庭成員們，也團結一致，為那些需要幫助的人提供食物，用品，安慰和友誼。

對你們所做的每一件事情都充滿熱情，但是要永遠記住，暴力不是答案並且永遠也不會是合理的。
 
當我來到白宮的時候，我對自己作為母親的責任感進行了反思，給予子女鼓勵，給予力量和教導善良的價值觀。作為成年人和父母的職責，就是要確保孩子們有最好的機會，過上充實而健康的生活。
 
幫助孩子們成功的熱情，一直都是我作為第一夫人，所推動的政策和舉措的動力。
 

因此，我啟動了“Be Best”（做最好）倡議行動，來確保作為美國人，我們盡一切努力照顧好下一代。

“Be Best” （做最好）倡議行動主要由三大支柱組成：福祉，在線安全，和預防阿片類藥物濫用。
 
在短短的幾年內，我提高了人們對確保兒童及青少年網上安全的認識；我們也在控制美國國內毒品流行及其對新生兒和家庭生活的影響方面，取得了難以置信的進步；並且讓寄養制度中最弱勢的兒童和青少年發出了自己的聲音。
 
在國際上，“Be Best”（做最好）倡議行動，也發展成為一個平台，鼓勵世界領導人們討論影響兒童生活的問題，並允許他/她們共享解決方案。這也是我的榮幸，在國外代表美國人民。我珍惜在旅途中遇到的每一段經歷，和鼓舞人心的人們。
 
當我告別作為第一夫人的角色時，我真誠地希望每個美國人都儘自己的一份力量，來教導我們的孩子們，做到最好是什麼。我希望父母們，教育您的孩子（們）關於為這個國家成為自由之國而奮鬥和犧牲的勇敢無私的英雄的故事，並且以身作則，照顧社區中的其他人。
 
對這個國家的承諾，屬於我們所有人。不要忽視自己的誠信和價值觀。抓住一切機會表達對他人的關懷，並在日常生活中養成良好的習慣。
 
在任何情況下，我請求每個美國人，都以“Be Best”（做最好）倡議行動的大使自居。專注於團結我們的事物，超越分歧；永遠選擇愛而不是仇恨，選擇和平而不是暴力，以及為他人考量。
 
作為一個民族大家庭，我們將一起繼續成為子孫後代的希望之光；同時，繼承美國的遺產，並通過我們的勇氣，善良和信仰精神將之提升到更高境界。
 
語言無法表達我對您們給予我擔任第一夫人的特權的感謝。
 
對這個國家的所有人：您將永遠在我心中。
 
謝謝。上帝保佑您們，上帝保佑美國。

英文全文：

My fellow Americans,

It has been the greatest honor of my life to serve as First Ladyof the United States.

I have been inspired by incredible Americans across our countrywho lift up our communities through their kindness and courage,goodness and grace.

The past four years have been unforgettable. As Donald and Iconclude our time in the White House, I think of all the people Ihave taken home in my heart and their incredible stories of love,patriotism, and determination.

I see the faces of brave young soldiers who have told me withpride in their eyes how much they love serving this country. Toevery service member and to our incredible military families: Youare heroes, and you will always be in my thoughts and prayers.

I think of all the members of law enforcement who greet uswherever we go. At every hour of every day, they stand guard tokeep our communities safe, and we are forever in their debt.

I have been moved by children I have visited in hospitals andfoster care centers. Even as they fight difficult illnesses or facechallenges, they bring such a joy to everyone they meet.

I remember the mothers who have battled the disease of Opioidaddiction, and have overcome incredible hardships for love of theirchildren.

I have been inspired by the devoted caregivers for babies bornwith Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome, and communities that give thesechildren the support and care they need to grow.

When I think about these meaningful experiences, I am humbled tohave had the opportunity to represent a nation with such kind andgenerous people.

As the world continues to confront the COVID-19 pandemic, Ithank all the nurses, doctors, healthcare professionals,manufacturing workers, truck drivers, and so many others who areworking to save lives.

We grieve for the families who have lost a loved one due to thepandemic. Every life is precious, and I ask all Americans to usecaution and common sense to protect the vulnerable as millions ofvaccines are now being delivered.

In the midst of this hardship, we have seen the best of Americashine through. Students have made cards and delivered groceries toour Senior Citizens. Teachers have worked twice as hard to keep ourchildren learning.

Families have come together to provide meals, supplies, comfortand friendship to those in need.

Be passionate in everything you do but always remember thatviolence is never the answer and will never be justified.

When I came to the White House, I reflected on theresponsibility I have always felt as a mother to encourage, givestrength, and teach values of kindness. It is our duty as adultsand parents to ensure that children have the best opportunities tolead fulfilling and healthy lives.

The passion for helping children succeed would drive my policyinitiative as First Lady.

I launched Be Best to ensure that we as Americans are doingeverything we can to take care of the next generation. Be Best hasconcentrated on three pillars: well-being, online safety, andopioid abuse.

In a few short years, I have raised awareness of how to keepchildren safe online; we have made incredible progress on ournation’s drug epidemic and how it impacts the lives of newborns andfamilies, and we have given a voice to our most vulnerable childrenin the foster care system.

Internationally, Be Best has evolved into a platform thatencourages world leaders to discuss issues impacting the lives ofchildren and allows them to share solutions. It has been an honorto represent the American people abroad. I treasure each of myexperiences and the inspiring people I have met along the way.

As I say farewell to my role as First Lady, it is my sincerehope that every American will do their part to teach our childrenwhat it means to Be Best. I ask parents to educate your childrenabout the courageous and selfless heroes who worked and sacrificedto make this country the land of the free. And to lead by exampleand care for others in your community.

The promise of this Nation belongs to all of us. Do not losesight of your integrity and values. Use every opportunity to showconsideration for another person and build good habits into yourdaily lives.

In all circumstances, I ask every American to be an ambassadorof Be Best. To focus on what unites us. To rise above what dividesus. To always choose love over hatred, peace over violence, andothers before yourself.

Together, as one national family, we can continue to be thelight of hope for future generations and carry on America’s legacyof raising our nation to greater heights through our spirit ofcourage, goodness and faith.

No words can express the depth of my gratitude for the privilegeof having served as your First Lady.

To all the people of this country: You will be in my heartforever.

Thank you. God bless you, and God bless the United States ofAmerica.