Former President Barack Obama celebrated the opening of the Obama Presidential Center by reflecting on how Chicago shaped his life, career and commitment to public service. Obama described the center ...

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The Obamas each took to the microphone, delivering speeches before a crowd of dignitaries, elected officials and Democratic supporters. By Julie Bosman Reporting from Chicago At the grand opening of ...

Former President Barack Obama, joined by three former presidents, capped off the opening of his presidential museum in Chicago with a rousing speech. “I hope this center will serve as an affirmation ...

Barack Obama fought back tears after his wife, Michelle Obama, praised his presidency during the opening of the Obama Presidential Center and Library in Chicago on Thursday, June 19. According to the ...

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Former President Barack Obama praised the actions of the "ordinary people in the Twin Cities" during the immigration surge earlier this year during the opening ceremony of the Obama Presidential ...

Barack Obama is not only known for his historic presidency — but also for his eloquence, wisdom, and deep understanding of the complexities of contemporary society. Obama’s speeches and writings often ...

Thu, June 18, 2026 at 8:51 PM UTC Obama reflected on arriving in Chicago as a 23-year-old community organizer and said the city helped him find his purpose, faith, community and family, calling the ...