‘John Lewis will be a founding father of that fuller, fairer, better America,’ Obama says in eulogy
Former President Barack Obama called for the restoration and expansion of the Voting Rights Act when he delivered a passionate eulogy for his personal hero, Rep. John Lewis.
Obama speaks on George Floyd protests, urges mayors to review use-of-force policies with communities
Obama highlighted how most of the needed reforms take place on the local level, while urging the nation to use current momentum drawn from the protests to drive effective change.
‘Let’s get to work’: Obama pens letter on how to achieve ‘real change’ amid George Floyd protests
The former U.S. president reflected on the protests that have engulfed much of the United States.
‘We must be better’: Former President Barack Obama issues statement on death of George Floyd
Former president Barack Obama weighed on the death of George Floyd, who was killed during an incident with Minneapolis police officers on Monday, writing “this shouldn’t be ‘normal’ in 2020 America.”
Former President Obama offers message to 2020 graduates in virtual ceremony
WATCH: Former President Barack Obama gave a commencement speech for 2020 graduates on Saturday night, since so many graduation ceremonies have been canceled because of coronavirus.
Obama calls Trump's coronavirus response an 'absolute chaotic disaster'
Former President Barack Obama on Friday said that the Trump administration’s response to the coronavirus pandemic has been an “absolute chaotic disaster” and blamed it on a “selfish” and “tribal” mindset that has become operationalized in government.
Barack and Michelle Obama to host virtual commencement event for class of 2020
The former U.S. president had been asked on Twitter by scores of users to deliver a commencement address.
Twitter users ask Barack Obama to give national virtual commencement speech to Class of 2020
The request started getting viral traction on Wednesday, April 15.
Barack Obama endorses Joe Biden for president
Former President Barack Obama endorsed Biden in a video on Tuesday.
Popular Obama portraits departing DC in 2021 for 5 city tour
One of the National Portrait Gallery’s top attractions is temporarily leaving the District – in order to give other cities an opportunity to feature two paintings that have brought in millions of visitors.
Former President Barack Obama lists his songs of 2019 with genres ranging from hip-hop to country
Former President Barack Obama listed his favorite songs of the year in a Facebook post on Monday.
Donald Trump, Barack Obama tie for America's most admired man, poll finds
Both Trump and Obama were named by Americans as the person they admire most.
Barack Obama cautions Democratic hopefuls on tacking too far left
Former President Barack Obama on Friday warned the Democratic field of White House hopefuls not to veer too far to the left, a move he said would alienate many who would otherwise be open to voting for the party's nominee next year.
Former President Barack Obama to deliver remarks at US Rep. Elijah E. Cummings' funeral: report
Former President Barack Obama will attend and deliver remarks at the funeral service for U.S. Rep. Elijah Cummings on Friday.
Ex-Secret Service dog credited with saving Obama from White House intruder to receive British award
A dog who is credited with saving former President Barack Obama from an intruder at the White House will be honored for his heroism.
Obama's high school basketball jersey sells for $120,000
A basketball jersey believed to have been worn by former President Barack Obama while he was at a Honolulu prep school has sold at auction for $120,000.
Petition seeks to rename 5th Ave. in front of Trump Tower in honor of President Obama
A petition to rename the New York City street outside Trump Tower after former President Barack Obama has gained about 75,000 online signatures in an effort to troll President Trump.
Obama issues rebuke of language that ‘normalizes racist sentiments’ after mass shootings
Former President Barack Obama released a statement on Twitter Monday condemning the two weekend mass shootings in El Paso and Dayton, pushing for tougher gun laws and urging the public to “soundly reject” language that “normalizes racist sentiments.”
Michelle Obama is the most admired woman in the world, according to new poll
Two years have past since the Obamas left the White House, and yet, former first lady Michelle Obama remains loved and appreciated throughout the world.
Obamas ink deal to produce exclusive podcasts for Spotify
Barack and Michelle Obama's production company is teaming up with Spotify to produce exclusive podcasts for the platform.