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Barack Obama's Step-grandmother Mama Sarah Dies at 99
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Barack Obama's Step-grandmother Mama Sarah Dies at 99

The Obama family matriarch passed away in a Kenyan hospital.
By D'Shonda Brown · Mar 29, 2021
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Barack Obama 'Skims' His Life Story and Beautifully Explains Why He Is Forever Grateful For Michelle Obama

Every chance he gets, President Obama proves that his love and appreciation for his wife is unmatched.
By Charli Penn · Mar 21, 2021
Barack Obama Says He Broke His Peer's Nose For Calling Him A Racial Slur

Barack Obama Says He Broke His Peer's Nose For Calling Him A Racial Slur

"I said, 'Don’t you ever call me something like that,'" he shared.
By Brooklyn White · Feb 24, 2021
Black Love: Barack and Michelle Obama's Love Through the Years
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Black Love: Barack and Michelle Obama's Love Through the Years

The Obamas are a fine example of Black excellence and love. See their beautiful love story in photos.
By Charli Penn · Jan 21, 2021
Barack Obama Calls MAGA Attack At U.S. Capitol 'A Moment Of Great Dishonor And Shame'
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Barack Obama Calls MAGA Attack At U.S. Capitol 'A Moment Of Great Dishonor And Shame'

The former President calls out Trump for inciting the violence carried out by his supporters on Capitol Hill.
By Essence · Jan 7, 2021
Barack Obama Recalls Bringing Holiday Magic To All At The White House
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Barack Obama Recalls Bringing Holiday Magic To All At The White House

"Michelle worked hard to make sure as many Americans could get in and experience their White House all year round—especially when it was all decked out for the holidays," Obama tells ESSENCE.
By Cori Murray · Dec 23, 2020
Barack Obama Criticizes ‘Snappy‘ Defund The Police Slogan
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Barack Obama Criticizes ‘Snappy‘ Defund The Police Slogan

“Do you want to actually get something done, or do you want to feel good among the people you already agree with?"
By Kirsten West Savali · Dec 2, 2020
Michelle Obama Says Trump Should Respect The Election Outcome: 'This Isn't A Game'
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Michelle Obama Says Trump Should Respect The Election Outcome: 'This Isn't A Game'

In a powerful Instagram post, our forever First Lady recalls having to put her feelings aside to welcome the Trumps to the White House.
By Jasmine Grant · Nov 17, 2020
Barack Obama’s 'A Promised Land' Playlist Includes Songs That Inspired Him During His Presidency
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Barack Obama’s 'A Promised Land' Playlist Includes Songs That Inspired Him During His Presidency

The former President released a curated playlist on the eve of the release of his new book.
By Kimberly Wilson · Nov 17, 2020
Barack Obama's New Book Explores How His Marriage Became Tense During Presidency
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Barack Obama's New Book Explores How His Marriage Became Tense During Presidency

Our forever POTUS explores his eight years in the White House and the years ahead in his forthcoming memoir 'A Promised Land.'
By Jasmine Grant · Nov 12, 2020
New Book Reveals Basis Behind Trump's Deep-Seated Resentment Toward Obama
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New Book Reveals Basis Behind Trump's Deep-Seated Resentment Toward Obama

Michael Cohen says his former boss was jealous of the fact that Obama was Harvard educated and made it into the White House as a Black man.
By Tanya A. Christian · Sep 15, 2020
Donald Trump Throws Twitter Tantrum During DNC
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Donald Trump Throws Twitter Tantrum During DNC

On night three of the DNC, which featured speeches by Hillary Clinton, Barack Obama and Kamala Harris, Trump went on an all-caps rant.
By Breanna Edwards · Aug 20, 2020
Michelle Obama Wishes Barack Obama, AKA 'My Favorite Guy,' A Happy 59th Birthday
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Michelle Obama Wishes Barack Obama, AKA 'My Favorite Guy,' A Happy 59th Birthday

Happy Birthday, Barack Obama!
By Jasmine Grant · Aug 4, 2020
This Week In Black Love: The Wades Light Up The 'Gram, Ludacris And Eudoxie's Tropical Baecation And More!
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This Week In Black Love: The Wades Light Up The 'Gram, Ludacris And Eudoxie's Tropical Baecation And More!

Here's your weekly reminder that Black love still reigns supreme.
By Jasmine Grant · Jul 31, 2020
Obama, Biden Reunite To Chop It Up About Leadership And Trump’s Lack Thereof
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Obama, Biden Reunite To Chop It Up About Leadership And Trump’s Lack Thereof

Presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden and former president Barack Obama are bringing supporters an important conversation during a critical time.
By Tanya A. Christian · Jul 23, 2020
Beyoncé Inspires Class Of 2020 With Powerful Message: ‘Real Change Has Started With You’
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Beyoncé Inspires Class Of 2020 With Powerful Message: ‘Real Change Has Started With You’

“The killings of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor and so many others have left us all broken," she said.
By Kimberly Wilson · Jun 8, 2020
Barack Obama Speaks Out On George Floyd's Killing
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Barack Obama Speaks Out On George Floyd's Killing

Obama noted that even as many wish to return to "normal" life amid the pandemic, racism is "painfully" normal for Black people.
By Breanna Edwards · May 29, 2020
Karl Rove Whitesplains What Barack Obama Should Have Told HBCU Graduates
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Karl Rove Whitesplains What Barack Obama Should Have Told HBCU Graduates

Rove criticized the former president for the words he imparted to HBCU students, calling it a "political drive-by shooting."
By Tanya A. Christian · May 19, 2020
Barack Obama On Ahmaud Arbery: ‘Injustice Like This Isn’t New’
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Barack Obama On Ahmaud Arbery: ‘Injustice Like This Isn’t New’

During a virtual commencement address to HBCU graduates, former President Barack Obama addresses the injustice of Ahmaud Arbery's killing.
By Tanya A. Christian · May 18, 2020

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