We Must Keep Going

With the King family marching today, we remember that the fight for voting rights takes perseverance. As Dr. King said, “There are no broad highways to lead us easily and inevitably to quick solutions. We must keep going.” May we honor his memory through action forged in faith. pic.twitter.com/Qn1q4EvXN5

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) January 17, 2022

Monumental

The Voting Rights Act, signed into law 56 years ago today, was a monumental piece of legislation. But with the Supreme Court and state legislatures making it harder to cast a ballot, we can’t take voting rights for granted.

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) August 6, 2021

Congress needs to summon the same courage we saw a half century ago when the Voting Rights Act was passed and guara… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

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Barack Obama (@BarackObama) August 06, 2021

Bob Moses

Bob Moses was a hero of mine. His quiet confidence helped shape the civil rights movement, and he inspired generations of young people looking to make a difference. Michelle and I send our prayers to Janet and the rest of the Moses family.

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) July 26, 2021

King Of Good Trouble

A year ago today, we lost Congressman John Lewis. As we celebrate the king of good trouble—his legacy of perseverance; his ability to find moments of joy and lightness in the midst of real struggle—we should also recommit ourselves to building the future he envisioned. pic.twitter.com/07nbvnBh9i

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) July 17, 2021

All across our country, the sacred right to vote that he marched and bled for is being threatened. That’s why we’ve… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

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Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) July 17, 2021

Everyone deserves to have their voices heard and their votes counted, and I can’t think of a better way to honor Co… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

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Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) July 17, 2021

Freedom And Justice

John Lewis and C.T. Vivian loved this country so much that they risked their lives so that it might live up to its promise. They gave all of themselves to the cause of freedom and justice, and inspired generations to follow their example. Now it’s up to us to continue the work. pic.twitter.com/LZNQHqIUAo

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) July 17, 2021

Nine Days

I want to share this inspiring book about the events leading up to the 1960 election, from Dr. King's imprisonment to student activism in Atlanta to JFK's campaign. It's a story we can all learn from—a story of overlooked heroes and the power each of us has to create change. pic.twitter.com/yIaNJpRq7M

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) February 19, 2021

Happy Birthday, John Lewis

For decades, John Lewis not only gave all of himself to the cause of freedom and justice, but inspired generations that followed to try to live up to his example. On his birthday, we honor his memory, and work toward continuing his legacy by creating change in our communities.

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) February 22, 2021

Today would have been Congressman John Lewis’ 81st birthday. While my dear friend may no longer be with us, his life and legacy provide an eternal moral compass on which direction to march. May we carry on his mission in the fight for justice and equality for all.

— President Biden (@POTUS) February 21, 2021

Black Icons

Google honored Black History Month last year by showcasing the ‘Most Searched’ Black icons in culture, sports, and political history pic.twitter.com/PEUmbtEzUP

— NowThis (@nowthisnews) February 1, 2021

The Past Is Prologue

Traveling while Black: Never pay with a $20 pic.twitter.com/6Ym8kWy0bW

— The Black Detour (@theblackdetour) January 25, 2021

It’s actually unbelievable how Black people in America aren’t more angry at all times. https://t.co/hlxlD8prYx

— m. (@tweetlikemaya) January 26, 2021

Building On A Legacy

When Jackie Robinson faced down slurs, spiked cleats, and pitches aimed at his head—and stole home anyway—he didn't only change baseball. He changed the world and paved the way for others, including me. On his birthday, we’re called not only to honor that legacy but build on it. pic.twitter.com/d2KDDZNWEN

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) January 31, 2021