It is common for presidents to celebrate strong fatherhood, particularly heading into Father's Day weekend.

But President Obama is purposely giving the matter prominent attention, knowing that alone might draw the kind of media coverage the topic otherwise would not get at a time of war, economic crisis and other important news.

While speaking at Year Up, a nonprofit program that trains 18-to-24-year-olds from urban backgrounds for college or professional work, President Obama, who barely knew his own father, had personal advice Friday for young men who become dads: "Even if your father was not there, you can be there for your child."

Two days before Father's Day, Obama was spending the afternoon promoting the importance of mentors and engaged parents.

For more information on President Obama's plans regarding reponsible fatherhood in America, visit the Huffington Post.

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