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Jul 17
- Obama: Despite 'strange and uncertain' times, Nelson Mandela's legacy endures
  Obama first made a stop in Kenya before the lecture to open a fitness center founded by his half-sister Auma Obama.
  
  Jul 17
Jul 17
- Obama delivers veiled rebuke to Trump in Mandela address
  Former President Barack Obama has given President Donald Trump's policies a veiled rebuke in a speech honoring the late South African leader Nelson Mandela
  
  Jul 17
Jul 17
- Obama says we live in 'strange and uncertain' times in speech to commemorate Nelson Mandela's legacy
  The speech falls on the day before Mandela's 100th birthday and is part of the series of events the Nelson Mandela Foundation has planned for the milestone.
  
  Jul 17
Jul 16
- Obama to make rare high-profile speech on Mandela's legacy
  Obama to make rare high-profile speech on Mandela's legacy as rights 'are under threat'
  
  Jul 16
Jul 12
- Americans rank Barack Obama as best president of their lifetimes: Poll
  A Pew Research poll released yesterday says that most Americans rank former President Barack Obama as the best president of their lifetimes.
  
  Jul 12
Jun 30
- Barack Obama visits venture capital firm on California trip
  Former President Barack Obama has visited a prominent Silicon Valley venture capital firm on his California trip
  
  Jun 30
Jun 25
- Obama poised to ‘hit the campaign trail’ again: Ben Rhodes looks back and ahead at midterms
  Ben Rhodes believes that Obama will speak up more in the fall.
  
  Jun 25
Jun 19
- Richmond school named after confederate general will be changed to Barack Obama Elementary
  A predominantly African-American elementary school in Richmond, Virginia, is dropping its confederate general name and will soon be known as Barack Obama Elementary.
  
  Jun 19
Jun 11
- The Obamas sign multiyear production deal with Netflix
  Lara Spencer reports the buzziest stories of the day in "GMA" Pop News.
  
  Jun 11
Jun 11
- The Obamas ink a multiyear deal with Netflix
  The former president and first lady will produce films and series for Netflix.
  
  Jun 11
May 21
- Former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama sign multiyear deal with Netflix
  The former president and first lady will produce films and series for Netflix.
  
  May 21
May 8
- Former President Obama slams decision to withdraw US from Iran deal
  Former President Obama slammed President Trump's announcement to withdraw the U.S. from Iran Deal
  
  May 8
Apr 18
- Star uses AI, President Obama in fake news PSA
  Jordan Peele produced the video, which uses artificial intelligence, with Buzzfeed to warn about the future of fake news.
  
  Apr 18
Feb 13
- Obama portraits unveiled, break with tradition
  The artists were the first African American artists ever selected.
  
  Feb 13
Feb 13
- Portraits of Barack and Michelle Obama unveiled at National Portrait Gallery
  At the ceremony on Monday, portraits of the former president, by artist Kehinde Wiley, and first lady, by artist Amy Sherald, were finally revealed.
  
  Feb 13
Feb 12
- The Obamas each unveil their official portraits
  No charges will be filed against the father who lunged at the former USA Gymnastics team doctor in court.
  
  Feb 12
Feb 12
- National Portrait Gallery unveils Obama portraits
  The National Portrait Gallery unveiled portraits of former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama, both painted by African-American artists who were chosen by the Obamas.
  
  Feb 12
Jan 13
- Obama's first talk show appearance since leaving office
  The former president talks to David Letterman about life outside the White House, the current political climate and the legacy he hopes to leave.
  
  Jan 13
Jan 12
- US's biggest challenge is country not sharing same set of facts, Obama tells Letterman
  Obama told Letterman on his new "Netflix" show people need to share same facts.
  
  Jan 12
Jan 10
- Former President Obama advises dancers like himself to 'stay in the pocket'
  Former President Obama has a tip for dancers with "dad moves" like himself.
  
  Jan 10
Jan 2
- Former President Obama reveals his favorite books and songs of 2017
  He's keeping this tradition alive.
  
  Jan 2
Dec 27
- Obama says social media is 'corroding social discourse' in interview with Prince Harry
  Harry spoke with the former president on BBC's Radio 4.
  
  Dec 27
Dec 18
- Prince Harry interviews former President Obama
  Adrienne Bankert reports the buzziest stories of the day in "GMA" Pop News.
  
  Dec 18
Nov 8
- Obama signs book, shakes hands at jury duty
  The former president fulfilled his civic duty in Chicago today.
  
  Nov 8
Nov 8
- Obama shows up in Chicago for jury duty
  Former President Barack Obama, free of a job that forced him to move to Washington for eight years, showed up to a downtown Chicago courthouse for jury duty on Wednesday morning.
  
  Nov 8
Nov 1
- Obama kicks off leadership summit
  Former President Barack Obama spoke about politics, the future and selfies.
  
  Nov 1
Oct 28
- From White House to the jury box, Obama is called up for court duty
  Obama was called for jury duty in Cook County, Illinois.
  
  Oct 28
Oct 20
- Obama slams state of US politics in 1st post-presidency campaign stops, calls for rejection of Charlottesville hate
  Obama's aides said he would stay away from criticizing the president.
  
  Oct 20
Oct 19
- Barack Obama and George W. Bush make rare public appearances
  Both former presidents, on separate occasions and without mentioning Trump's name, spoke out about the country's current divisiveness.
  
  Oct 19
Oct 14
- Obama Foundation enlists Gloria Estefan, Chance the Rapper for inaugural summit
  Chance the Rapper will also perform at the inaugural event in Chicago.
  
  Oct 14
Sep 9
- Barack Obama makes surprise visit to DC high school 'to welcome back students'
  "Proud of these McKinley Tech students," the former president tweeted.
  
  Sep 9
Aug 16
- Obama's Charlottesville tweet is now the most-liked tweet ever
  The former president's tweet is also the 5th most retweeted tweet.
  
  Aug 16
Aug 11
- Famous Barack Obama quotes
  The 44th president said, "America isn't about 'Yes, he will.'
  
  Aug 11
Aug 5
- Michelle Obama sends birthday wishes to 'phenomenal guy' Barack Obama
  The former first lady tweeted birthday wishes to her "phenomenal guy."
  
  Aug 5
Jun 27
- Podesta defends Obama response to Russian hacking
  John Podesta attended a closed-door interview on Capitol Hill Tuesday.
  
  Jun 27
Jun 27
- Clinton's former campaign chair defends Obama response to Russian hacking
  John Podesta attended a closed-door interview on Capitol Hill Tuesday
  
  Jun 27
Jun 18
- University of Michigan coach to ask Obamas to be honorary football captains
  Coach Harbaugh says he's "in the process of making an official ask."
  
  Jun 18
Jun 16
- Obama delivers touching speech for Jay Z hall of fame induction
  The former president offered a taped messaged during Jay Z's induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
  
  Jun 16
Jun 16
- Barack Obama delivers touching speech for Jay Z Songwriters Hall of Fame induction
  Jay Z was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame Thursday night, introduced via video by none other than former President Obama.
  
  Jun 16
Jun 14
- Former President Obama plays golf at St. Andrews
  Former President Barack Obama tees off at the Old Course at St. Andrews ahead of a charity event.
  
  Jun 14
Jun 9
- Obama Says 'Justice Has Been Served' in Chelsea Manning Case
  The president's defense of her commutation came today.
  
  Jun 9
Jun 8
- Obama, Trudeau have dinner in Montreal, discuss 'developing the next generation of leaders'
  The pair discussed "developing the next generation of leaders," the Obama Founda
  
  Jun 8
Jun 7
- While in Montreal, Obama has dinner with Trudeau
  Barack Obama may no longer be the president, but that's hasn't put a damper on his "bromance" with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
  
  Jun 7
Jun 2
- President Obama reacts to US withdrawal from Paris climate accord
  ABC News' Amna Nawaz talks to Rob Marciano and Rick Klein about Trump's decision to pull out of the agreement.
  
  Jun 2
Jun 1
- Obamas buying DC home they've been renting, spokesman confirms
  The home is a nine-bedroom mansion in Washington's Kalorama neighborhood.
  
  Jun 1
May 28
- Barack Obama makes a princely pit stop at the Palace
  "Good to see my friend Prince Harry," Obama tweeted.
  
  May 28
May 25
- Barack Obama: 'We can't hide behind a wall'
  Obama spoke today in Berlin.
  
  May 25
May 8
- Obama receives Profile in Courage award from Kennedys
  U.S. Rep. Joe Kennedy III, a Massachusetts Democrat, said Obama earned the award by meeting many challenges that faced him during his presidency.
  
  May 8
May 8
- Obama offers defense of Affordable Care Act in Profile in Courage speech
  The remarks came just days after Republicans passed a replacement plan.
  
  May 8
May 8
- Obama offers defense of Affordable Care Act in Profile in Courage speech
  The remarks came just days after Republicans passed a replacement plan.
  
  May 8

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Obama: Despite 'strange and uncertain' times, Nelson Mandela's legacy endures Obama first made a stop in Kenya before the lecture to open a fitness center founded by his half-sister Auma Obama. Jul 17

Obama delivers veiled rebuke to Trump in Mandela address Former President Barack Obama has given President Donald Trump's policies a veiled rebuke in a speech honoring the late South African leader Nelson Mandela Jul 17

Obama says we live in 'strange and uncertain' times in speech to commemorate Nelson Mandela's legacy The speech falls on the day before Mandela's 100th birthday and is part of the series of events the Nelson Mandela Foundation has planned for the milestone. Jul 17

Obama to make rare high-profile speech on Mandela's legacy Obama to make rare high-profile speech on Mandela's legacy as rights 'are under threat' Jul 16

Americans rank Barack Obama as best president of their lifetimes: Poll A Pew Research poll released yesterday says that most Americans rank former President Barack Obama as the best president of their lifetimes. Jul 12

Barack Obama visits venture capital firm on California trip Former President Barack Obama has visited a prominent Silicon Valley venture capital firm on his California trip Jun 30

Obama poised to ‘hit the campaign trail’ again: Ben Rhodes looks back and ahead at midterms Ben Rhodes believes that Obama will speak up more in the fall. Jun 25

Richmond school named after confederate general will be changed to Barack Obama Elementary A predominantly African-American elementary school in Richmond, Virginia, is dropping its confederate general name and will soon be known as Barack Obama Elementary. Jun 19

The Obamas sign multiyear production deal with Netflix Lara Spencer reports the buzziest stories of the day in "GMA" Pop News. Jun 11

The Obamas ink a multiyear deal with Netflix The former president and first lady will produce films and series for Netflix. Jun 11

Former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama sign multiyear deal with Netflix The former president and first lady will produce films and series for Netflix. May 21

Former President Obama slams decision to withdraw US from Iran deal Former President Obama slammed President Trump's announcement to withdraw the U.S. from Iran Deal May 8

Star uses AI, President Obama in fake news PSA Jordan Peele produced the video, which uses artificial intelligence, with Buzzfeed to warn about the future of fake news. Apr 18

Obama portraits unveiled, break with tradition The artists were the first African American artists ever selected. Feb 13

Portraits of Barack and Michelle Obama unveiled at National Portrait Gallery At the ceremony on Monday, portraits of the former president, by artist Kehinde Wiley, and first lady, by artist Amy Sherald, were finally revealed. Feb 13

The Obamas each unveil their official portraits No charges will be filed against the father who lunged at the former USA Gymnastics team doctor in court. Feb 12

National Portrait Gallery unveils Obama portraits The National Portrait Gallery unveiled portraits of former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama, both painted by African-American artists who were chosen by the Obamas. Feb 12

Obama's first talk show appearance since leaving office The former president talks to David Letterman about life outside the White House, the current political climate and the legacy he hopes to leave. Jan 13

US's biggest challenge is country not sharing same set of facts, Obama tells Letterman Obama told Letterman on his new "Netflix" show people need to share same facts. Jan 12

Former President Obama advises dancers like himself to 'stay in the pocket' Former President Obama has a tip for dancers with "dad moves" like himself. Jan 10

Former President Obama reveals his favorite books and songs of 2017 He's keeping this tradition alive. Jan 2

Obama says social media is 'corroding social discourse' in interview with Prince Harry Harry spoke with the former president on BBC's Radio 4. Dec 27

Prince Harry interviews former President Obama Adrienne Bankert reports the buzziest stories of the day in "GMA" Pop News. Dec 18

Obama signs book, shakes hands at jury duty The former president fulfilled his civic duty in Chicago today. Nov 8

Obama shows up in Chicago for jury duty Former President Barack Obama, free of a job that forced him to move to Washington for eight years, showed up to a downtown Chicago courthouse for jury duty on Wednesday morning. Nov 8

Obama kicks off leadership summit Former President Barack Obama spoke about politics, the future and selfies. Nov 1

From White House to the jury box, Obama is called up for court duty Obama was called for jury duty in Cook County, Illinois. Oct 28

Obama slams state of US politics in 1st post-presidency campaign stops, calls for rejection of Charlottesville hate Obama's aides said he would stay away from criticizing the president. Oct 20

Barack Obama and George W. Bush make rare public appearances Both former presidents, on separate occasions and without mentioning Trump's name, spoke out about the country's current divisiveness. Oct 19

Obama Foundation enlists Gloria Estefan, Chance the Rapper for inaugural summit Chance the Rapper will also perform at the inaugural event in Chicago. Oct 14

Barack Obama makes surprise visit to DC high school 'to welcome back students' "Proud of these McKinley Tech students," the former president tweeted. Sep 9

Obama's Charlottesville tweet is now the most-liked tweet ever The former president's tweet is also the 5th most retweeted tweet. Aug 16

Famous Barack Obama quotes The 44th president said, "America isn't about 'Yes, he will.' Aug 11

Michelle Obama sends birthday wishes to 'phenomenal guy' Barack Obama The former first lady tweeted birthday wishes to her "phenomenal guy." Aug 5

Podesta defends Obama response to Russian hacking John Podesta attended a closed-door interview on Capitol Hill Tuesday. Jun 27

Clinton's former campaign chair defends Obama response to Russian hacking John Podesta attended a closed-door interview on Capitol Hill Tuesday Jun 27

University of Michigan coach to ask Obamas to be honorary football captains Coach Harbaugh says he's "in the process of making an official ask." Jun 18

Obama delivers touching speech for Jay Z hall of fame induction The former president offered a taped messaged during Jay Z's induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Jun 16

Barack Obama delivers touching speech for Jay Z Songwriters Hall of Fame induction Jay Z was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame Thursday night, introduced via video by none other than former President Obama. Jun 16

Former President Obama plays golf at St. Andrews Former President Barack Obama tees off at the Old Course at St. Andrews ahead of a charity event. Jun 14

Obama Says 'Justice Has Been Served' in Chelsea Manning Case The president's defense of her commutation came today. Jun 9

Obama, Trudeau have dinner in Montreal, discuss 'developing the next generation of leaders' The pair discussed "developing the next generation of leaders," the Obama Founda Jun 8

While in Montreal, Obama has dinner with Trudeau Barack Obama may no longer be the president, but that's hasn't put a damper on his "bromance" with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Jun 7

President Obama reacts to US withdrawal from Paris climate accord ABC News' Amna Nawaz talks to Rob Marciano and Rick Klein about Trump's decision to pull out of the agreement. Jun 2

Obamas buying DC home they've been renting, spokesman confirms The home is a nine-bedroom mansion in Washington's Kalorama neighborhood. Jun 1

Barack Obama makes a princely pit stop at the Palace "Good to see my friend Prince Harry," Obama tweeted. May 28

Barack Obama: 'We can't hide behind a wall' Obama spoke today in Berlin. May 25

Obama receives Profile in Courage award from Kennedys U.S. Rep. Joe Kennedy III, a Massachusetts Democrat, said Obama earned the award by meeting many challenges that faced him during his presidency. May 8

Obama offers defense of Affordable Care Act in Profile in Courage speech The remarks came just days after Republicans passed a replacement plan. May 8

Obama offers defense of Affordable Care Act in Profile in Courage speech The remarks came just days after Republicans passed a replacement plan. May 8

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Obama: Despite 'strange and uncertain' times, Nelson Mandela's legacy endures
Obama first made a stop in Kenya before the lecture to open a fitness center founded by his half-sister Auma Obama.

Jul 17

Obama delivers veiled rebuke to Trump in Mandela address
Former President Barack Obama has given President Donald Trump's policies a veiled rebuke in a speech honoring the late South African leader Nelson Mandela

Jul 17

Obama says we live in 'strange and uncertain' times in speech to commemorate Nelson Mandela's legacy
The speech falls on the day before Mandela's 100th birthday and is part of the series of events the Nelson Mandela Foundation has planned for the milestone.

Jul 17

Obama to make rare high-profile speech on Mandela's legacy
Obama to make rare high-profile speech on Mandela's legacy as rights 'are under threat'

Jul 16

Americans rank Barack Obama as best president of their lifetimes: Poll
A Pew Research poll released yesterday says that most Americans rank former President Barack Obama as the best president of their lifetimes.

Jul 12

Barack Obama visits venture capital firm on California trip
Former President Barack Obama has visited a prominent Silicon Valley venture capital firm on his California trip

Jun 30

Obama poised to ‘hit the campaign trail’ again: Ben Rhodes looks back and ahead at midterms
Ben Rhodes believes that Obama will speak up more in the fall.

Jun 25

Richmond school named after confederate general will be changed to Barack Obama Elementary
A predominantly African-American elementary school in Richmond, Virginia, is dropping its confederate general name and will soon be known as Barack Obama Elementary.

Jun 19

The Obamas sign multiyear production deal with Netflix
Lara Spencer reports the buzziest stories of the day in "GMA" Pop News.

Jun 11

The Obamas ink a multiyear deal with Netflix
The former president and first lady will produce films and series for Netflix.

Jun 11

Former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama sign multiyear deal with Netflix
The former president and first lady will produce films and series for Netflix.

May 21

Former President Obama slams decision to withdraw US from Iran deal
Former President Obama slammed President Trump's announcement to withdraw the U.S. from Iran Deal

May 8

Star uses AI, President Obama in fake news PSA
Jordan Peele produced the video, which uses artificial intelligence, with Buzzfeed to warn about the future of fake news.

Apr 18

Obama portraits unveiled, break with tradition
The artists were the first African American artists ever selected.

Feb 13

Portraits of Barack and Michelle Obama unveiled at National Portrait Gallery
At the ceremony on Monday, portraits of the former president, by artist Kehinde Wiley, and first lady, by artist Amy Sherald, were finally revealed.

Feb 13

The Obamas each unveil their official portraits
No charges will be filed against the father who lunged at the former USA Gymnastics team doctor in court.

Feb 12

National Portrait Gallery unveils Obama portraits
The National Portrait Gallery unveiled portraits of former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama, both painted by African-American artists who were chosen by the Obamas.

Feb 12

Obama's first talk show appearance since leaving office
The former president talks to David Letterman about life outside the White House, the current political climate and the legacy he hopes to leave.

Jan 13

US's biggest challenge is country not sharing same set of facts, Obama tells Letterman
Obama told Letterman on his new "Netflix" show people need to share same facts.

Jan 12

Former President Obama advises dancers like himself to 'stay in the pocket'
Former President Obama has a tip for dancers with "dad moves" like himself.

Jan 10

Former President Obama reveals his favorite books and songs of 2017
He's keeping this tradition alive.

Jan 2

Obama says social media is 'corroding social discourse' in interview with Prince Harry
Harry spoke with the former president on BBC's Radio 4.

Dec 27

Prince Harry interviews former President Obama
Adrienne Bankert reports the buzziest stories of the day in "GMA" Pop News.

Dec 18

Obama signs book, shakes hands at jury duty
The former president fulfilled his civic duty in Chicago today.

Nov 8

Obama shows up in Chicago for jury duty
Former President Barack Obama, free of a job that forced him to move to Washington for eight years, showed up to a downtown Chicago courthouse for jury duty on Wednesday morning.

Nov 8

Obama kicks off leadership summit
Former President Barack Obama spoke about politics, the future and selfies.

Nov 1

From White House to the jury box, Obama is called up for court duty
Obama was called for jury duty in Cook County, Illinois.

Oct 28

Obama slams state of US politics in 1st post-presidency campaign stops, calls for rejection of Charlottesville hate
Obama's aides said he would stay away from criticizing the president.

Oct 20

Barack Obama and George W. Bush make rare public appearances
Both former presidents, on separate occasions and without mentioning Trump's name, spoke out about the country's current divisiveness.

Oct 19

Obama Foundation enlists Gloria Estefan, Chance the Rapper for inaugural summit
Chance the Rapper will also perform at the inaugural event in Chicago.

Oct 14

Barack Obama makes surprise visit to DC high school 'to welcome back students'
"Proud of these McKinley Tech students," the former president tweeted.

Sep 9

Obama's Charlottesville tweet is now the most-liked tweet ever
The former president's tweet is also the 5th most retweeted tweet.

Aug 16

Famous Barack Obama quotes
The 44th president said, "America isn't about 'Yes, he will.'

Aug 11

Michelle Obama sends birthday wishes to 'phenomenal guy' Barack Obama
The former first lady tweeted birthday wishes to her "phenomenal guy."

Aug 5

Podesta defends Obama response to Russian hacking
John Podesta attended a closed-door interview on Capitol Hill Tuesday.

Jun 27

Clinton's former campaign chair defends Obama response to Russian hacking
John Podesta attended a closed-door interview on Capitol Hill Tuesday

Jun 27

University of Michigan coach to ask Obamas to be honorary football captains
Coach Harbaugh says he's "in the process of making an official ask."

Jun 18

Obama delivers touching speech for Jay Z hall of fame induction
The former president offered a taped messaged during Jay Z's induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.

Jun 16

Barack Obama delivers touching speech for Jay Z Songwriters Hall of Fame induction
Jay Z was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame Thursday night, introduced via video by none other than former President Obama.

Jun 16

Former President Obama plays golf at St. Andrews
Former President Barack Obama tees off at the Old Course at St. Andrews ahead of a charity event.

Jun 14

Obama Says 'Justice Has Been Served' in Chelsea Manning Case
The president's defense of her commutation came today.

Jun 9

Obama, Trudeau have dinner in Montreal, discuss 'developing the next generation of leaders'
The pair discussed "developing the next generation of leaders," the Obama Founda

Jun 8

While in Montreal, Obama has dinner with Trudeau
Barack Obama may no longer be the president, but that's hasn't put a damper on his "bromance" with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

Jun 7

President Obama reacts to US withdrawal from Paris climate accord
ABC News' Amna Nawaz talks to Rob Marciano and Rick Klein about Trump's decision to pull out of the agreement.

Jun 2

Obamas buying DC home they've been renting, spokesman confirms
The home is a nine-bedroom mansion in Washington's Kalorama neighborhood.

Jun 1

Barack Obama makes a princely pit stop at the Palace
"Good to see my friend Prince Harry," Obama tweeted.

May 28

Barack Obama: 'We can't hide behind a wall'
Obama spoke today in Berlin.

May 25

Obama receives Profile in Courage award from Kennedys
U.S. Rep. Joe Kennedy III, a Massachusetts Democrat, said Obama earned the award by meeting many challenges that faced him during his presidency.

May 8

Obama offers defense of Affordable Care Act in Profile in Courage speech
The remarks came just days after Republicans passed a replacement plan.

May 8

Obama offers defense of Affordable Care Act in Profile in Courage speech
The remarks came just days after Republicans passed a replacement plan.

May 8