Today, the Supreme Court not only reversed nearly 50 years of precedent, it relegated the most intensely personal decision someone can make to the whims of politicians and ideologues—attacking the essential freedoms of millions of Americans.
Juneteenth is a time to commemorate the anniversary of the delayed news of freedom reaching the enslaved Black folks in Galveston, Texas. Today, we remember that struggle for freedom as we reflect on how far we’ve come as a country—and on the work that remains undone.
My baby has grown into a beautiful, independent, compassionate, highly capable young woman. But you will always be my littlest pea. 🥲❤️ I’m so proud of the human you are becoming. Love, your Mommy. pic.twitter.com/vKamMfjYol
Happy birthday, Sasha! I have loved watching you grow into the intelligent, beautiful, and caring young woman you've become. And no matter how old you get—you'll always be my baby girl. Look at those cheeks! pic.twitter.com/Ai12grJml8
Jacob Philadelphia was five years old when he visited the Oval Office and asked if his hair was like mine. That photo became one of our favorites – a reminder of the power of seeing yourself in your leaders.
This #AAPIHeritageMonth, I’m proud to celebrate young leaders like Leināʻala—a student in the @GirlsAlliance in Hawai’i. As she says, “My heritage means the world to me. It touches everything I do. This month is all about sharing our pride. That's how I want to use my voice." pic.twitter.com/m5rnk2j9w4
The one and only @Oprah has been such a wonderful friend to me and Barack over the years—and it meant so much to write about her remarkable legacy for #TIME100. Hope you’ll take a look! https://t.co/mQ9IayI1Rn
The Obama Diary 