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Before Obama, There Was Jesse: The Campaigns That Changed Presidential Politics

Though he never won the White House, Jesse Jackson’s 1984 and 1988 runs reshaped delegate math, coalition strategy, and the very idea of Black presidential viability, clearing the path for Barack Obama decades later.

Obama Walks Back His Now Viral ‘Aliens Are Real’ Statement

The former president says the universe likely hosts life, but not in a bunker at Area 51 — and definitely not with any evidence he ever saw.

Donald Trump Faces Backlash After Sharing Video Depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as Apes

The video, which depicted the former first couple as apes, prompted widespread outrage and renewed scrutiny of Trump’s history with racially charged attacks.

Barack and Michelle Obama Warns ICE Crackdowns Are Pushing America Toward a Breaking Point

After the fatal shooting of Minneapolis ICU nurse Alex Pretti, Barack and Michelle Obama condemned aggressive federal immigration tactics and called on Americans to speak out against escalating state violence.

‘I’d Actively Work Against That’: Michelle Obama Shuts Down Third Obama Term Talk

In her latest candid convo, she backs strict term limits, explains our need for younger leaders, and addresses that viral comment about women leading.

The Obamas’ Heartfelt Wishes To Get Us To The New Year

The former president and first lady posted a new portrait and brief holiday message, part of a long family tradition that even includes mailing 100,000 cards each year.

Barack Obama Surprises Chicago Students With Holiday Visit and Story Time

The president, in town to tour the nearly finished Obama Presidential Center, dropped into a South Side library wearing a Santa hat and read to students learning about Black heroes.

Barack Obama Honors Veterans Like Never Before

On a historic Honor Flight, the former president stunned vets from WWII, Korea, and Vietnam, shaking hands, sharing gratitude, and reminding them, “Your sacrifice will always be honored.”

Michelle Obama Reacts to Barack’s Viral Campaign Moment: “That’s My Man”

After Barack Obama’s playful exchange with a fan went viral, Michelle shared her reaction on live TV — and we can’t get enough of it.

Barack Obama Charms Crowd, Handles Playful Heckler While Campaigning for Mikie Sherrill in New Jersey

While stumping for Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mikie Sherrill, the former president had the crowd in stitches after a flirty fan interrupted his speech, prompting Obama to quip, 'You look cute… but I am married. Michelle’s fine too.'

The Obamas Celebrate 33 Years of Black Love At Its Finest

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