It begins with him acknowledging that George H. W. Bush was admitted to the hospital this morning, and then he makes jokes about his running relationship with the press. Then he reminds the press what their job is, and says a few things about the importance of a free press generally. Basic stuff, but considering Putin's relationship with the press, it's worth reiterating.

At the 5:30 mark, the president takes a question about Chelsea Manning. At 10:30, he takes a question about Trump's intention to lift sanctions against Russia. Clear, eloquent, free of hyperbole — damn, we're going to miss this guy.