For Women's History Month, I wanted to share the stories of Cary and Sharika—two women who've been building the Obama Presidential Center on the South Side of Chicago. I met them last year while visiting the site. Read their stories here: https://t.co/iSIl7dGFp8
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) March 10, 2023
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27
Mar
23
Women’s History Month
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Tags: Barack, Barack Obama, Chicago, construction, Obama, Obama Foundation, Obama Presidential Center, President, South Side, tweets, women, Women's History Month
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Mar
23
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I’m excited to announce that 105 inspiring young people from across Africa, Asia-Pacific, and Europe will be joining the @ObamaFoundation Leaders program.
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) February 21, 2023
I am so proud of all of you, and I can't wait to see what you do. pic.twitter.com/ifQMoumj2Q
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Mar
23
Turkey And Syria
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Tags: Barack, Barack Obama, earthquake, Obama, Obama Foundation, President, syria, turkey, tweets
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The scale of devastation after the earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria is almost unimaginable. Michelle and I are thinking of the thousands of people who have been affected, including Syrian refugees. Here are some resources for anyone looking to help. https://t.co/UVZSmZSw9d
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) February 7, 2023
A devastating 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck Türkiye and Syria early Monday morning, leaving thousands of people dead and many more injured.
— The Obama Foundation (@ObamaFoundation) February 6, 2023
As recovery efforts continue, here are a couple of ways to help in the aftermath of this disaster: 🧵
14
Feb
23
Love Is In The Air
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Tags: Barack, Barack Obama, First Lady, Michelle, Michelle Obama, Obama, Obama Foundation, Obama White House, President, tweets, valentine, Valentine's Day, valentines, white house
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Happy Valentine’s Day to the one and only, @MichelleObama. You make every day feel like an adventure. pic.twitter.com/NfywjrrDxb
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) February 14, 2023
Happy Valentine’s Day, @BarackObama! I couldn’t have asked for a better partner to navigate life with. Love you! 💘
— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) February 14, 2023
Photo credit: Amos Jackson III pic.twitter.com/anfqs1lruz
"I could not ask for a better life partner and in my humble opinion, America could not have asked for a better First Lady.” —@BarackObama on @MichelleObama
— The Obama Foundation (@ObamaFoundation) February 14, 2023
Celebrating our favorite couple this #ValentinesDay 💘 pic.twitter.com/AirO89kQAz
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Feb
23
A Hopeful Future
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The work the @ObamaFoundation did in 2022 makes me hopeful for the future.
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) December 31, 2022
From supporting the next generation of leaders to strengthening democracy around the world, we've made a lot of progress this year.
Take a look: pic.twitter.com/gH86QX68cP
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Oct
22
Obama Youth Jobs Corps
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It was great speaking with Imani and Austin, two outstanding @UrbanAlliance Obama Youth Jobs Corps students. They’re proof that when we connect young people with training and meaningful work experience, it benefits our communities and the world. pic.twitter.com/6hXjZNsSXx
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) October 14, 2022
10
Sep
22
Obama Scholars: New Class
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Young leaders like our @ObamaFoundation Scholars give me hope for a brighter future.
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) August 31, 2022
Our newest Scholars are working on issues like climate change, mass incarceration, and gender-based violence. I can't wait to see the difference they make together. https://t.co/ODOXPaaQiV
📣 Announcing our newest #ObamaScholars from @UChicago and @Columbia!
— The Obama Foundation (@ObamaFoundation) August 30, 2022
These 30 rising leaders will work throughout the academic year to create sustainable solutions for their communities' most pressing issues.
Get to know how they're already making a difference:
04
Sep
22
The Ann Dunham Water Garden
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My mother, Ann Dunham, was the biggest influence on my life, and helped shape me into the person I am today.
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) August 4, 2022
I’m proud to share that the Water Garden at the Obama Presidential Center will be named in her honor. pic.twitter.com/p7oAnH66eo
The Ann Dunham Water Garden will be a special place for visitors and members of the community to reflect. It will also feature an incredible new sculpture by Maya Lin, whose work I've long admired.
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) August 4, 2022
Thanks to the members of our Obama Alumni family whose generosity helped bring this incredible project to life. I can’t wait for you to see it.
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) August 4, 2022
Barack and I are excited to share that the Water Garden at the Obama Presidential Center will be dedicated to his mother, Ann Dunham, and include a beautiful piece by Maya Lin. We are so grateful to our Obama Alumni for this incredible gift. ❤️ https://t.co/fRdDukT88G
— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) August 4, 2022
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Aug
22
Futures Series
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Michelle and I started the @ObamaFoundation's Futures Series to connect the young leaders of tomorrow with the trailblazers of today. It’s great to see the impact that it’s already having on students from the South Side. https://t.co/0Ga97LzU09
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) June 22, 2022
We have a responsibility to the young people of the neighborhood. That's why we launched our Futures Series at Hyde Park Academy, the high school that neighbors the future Obama Presidential Center, to expose students to careers they may not have been envisioning for themselves. pic.twitter.com/fyLYITWG7r
— The Obama Foundation (@ObamaFoundation) June 22, 2022
01
Aug
22
Obama Foundation: Copenhagen
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I'm inspired by the @ObamaFoundation leaders I met today. These young people understand that the future of democracy hangs in the balance—and they’re ready to do the work. pic.twitter.com/ylPjEm7RoV
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) June 11, 2022
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