George Floyd

It’s been a year since those horrifying 8 minutes and 46 seconds stole George Floyd’s life. Today, I am thinking of this clip of his daughter Gianna, and all the young people out there who have seen so much, but refuse to give up hope. pic.twitter.com/VclaQksyso

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) May 25, 2021

All of us have a role to play to hold our leaders accountable and speak out about injustice. Let’s make sure that “… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

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Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) May 25, 2021

I’m sending all my love to Gianna and to the rest of the Floyd family today. Her dad did change the world, and now… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

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Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) May 25, 2021

George Floyd was murdered one year ago today. Since then, hundreds more Americans have died in encounters with police—parents, sons, daughters, friends taken from us far too soon. But the last year has also given us reasons to hope.

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) May 25, 2021

Today, more people in more places are seeing the world more clearly than they did a year ago. It’s a tribute to all… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

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Barack Obama (@BarackObama) May 25, 2021

When injustice runs deep, progress takes time. But if we can turn words into action and action into meaningful refo… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

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Barack Obama (@BarackObama) May 25, 2021

It’s been a year since then 17-year-old Darnella Frazier recorded the murder of George Floyd. She has not done media interviews or made public statements outside of her trial testimony. Today she released her first full public comments. Worth a read: pic.twitter.com/P9xKdo1IoL

— Wesley (@WesleyLowery) May 25, 2021

Bo Obama: The Rainbow Bridge

This afternoon was a difficult one for our family. We said goodbye to our best friend—Bo—after a battle with cancer. We are grateful for the love you showed him over the years. Please hug the furry members of your family a little closer tonight—and give them a belly rub from us. pic.twitter.com/zOk3SPABsT

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) May 8, 2021

Today our family lost a true friend and loyal companion. For more than a decade, Bo was a constant, gentle presence in our lives—happy to see us on our good days, our bad days, and everyday in between. pic.twitter.com/qKMNojiu9V

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) May 8, 2021

He tolerated all the fuss that came with being in the White House, had a big bark but no bite, loved to jump in the… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

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Barack Obama (@BarackObama) May 08, 2021

He was exactly what we needed and more than we ever expected. We will miss him dearly. https://t.co/CHweCxwJ7a

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Barack Obama (@BarackObama) May 08, 2021

My heart is with you @MichelleObama, @BarackObama, Sasha, Malia, and Sunny. Bo brought smiles to us all. https://t.co/VnSq6RlxP0

— Jill Biden (@FLOTUS) May 8, 2021

"This is exactly what he does at home. He tries to beat Malia and Sasha to my lap." RIP Bo Obama 😢💔💔 pic.twitter.com/n2US4PJ2NP

— Sshae (@shae90_shae) May 8, 2021

Chasing Bo around the Cabinet Room. pic.twitter.com/25cou6g8HD

— Pete Souza (@PeteSouza) May 8, 2021

Bo lifted my spirits every time I found him lounging in the chair outside the Oval Office. He was snuggly and sweet and chill. Like many, I will miss him. https://t.co/3FkKsMd3u5

— Susan Rice (@AmbassadorRice) May 9, 2021

@BarackObama he protec, he love his mama, rest in pawradise Bo Obama 🌈 https://t.co/yPuL06OOh0

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𝓓𝓸𝓰𝓮 𝓖𝓸𝓭 🐶 (@PAVGOD) May 08, 2021

Perspective On The World

I first picked up Toni Morrison’s novels when I was entering college, and her voice fundamentally changed my perspective on the world. This Black History Month, I reflected on the impact that her writing has had on my life. https://t.co/zSLkfkHmET pic.twitter.com/W6Yn1YYaSF

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) February 26, 2021

A Towering Example

Hank Aaron was one of the best baseball players we’ve ever seen and one of the strongest people I’ve ever met. Michelle and I send our thoughts and prayers to the Aaron family and everyone who was inspired by this unassuming man and his towering example. pic.twitter.com/2RZdc82Y18

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) January 22, 2021

Tribute To A Legend

So proud to join all these extraordinary women in this tribute to a legend. twitter.com/washingtonpost…

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Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) August 11, 2019

Eight black women — including Michelle Obama — write about Toni Morrison’s life and legacy. "For me and for so man… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

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The Washington Post (@washingtonpost) August 09, 2019

Telling Powerful Stories

Condolences to the family of John Singleton. His seminal work, Boyz n the Hood, remains one of the most searing, lo… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

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Barack Obama (@BarackObama) April 30, 2019

R-E-S-P-E-C-T

2015: “The President of the United States rushes across the stage like a stage hand to adjust the podium step for..… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

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Richard Hine (@richardhine) August 17, 2018

The American Experience

A good time to remember what Barack Obama had to say about Aretha Franklin after *that* performance of Natural Woma… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

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Zainab (@zainabob) August 16, 2018

The Queen of Soul singing "Precious Lord" at MLK Jr.'s memorial service 50 years ago. This is chilling to watch. Ar… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

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GirlTyler (@sheistyler) August 16, 2018

The Queen Of Soul

Aretha helped define the American experience. In her voice, we could feel our history, all of it and in every shade… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

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Barack Obama (@BarackObama) August 16, 2018

Watching Aretha Franklin perform at the White House, and on so many other occasions, made time stand still.… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

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Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) August 16, 2018

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If you read one thing today, it should be this 2016 David Remnick profile of Aretha Franklin. It's phenomenal. newyorker.com/magazine/2016/…

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Clint Smith (@ClintSmithIII) August 16, 2018

This is one of my favorite performances by Aretha Franklin. She was only 22 here. We’ve lost a treasure. 💔 https://t.co/tETO6sG1As

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Natasha W.E.B. Lookin’ Bois Oladokun 🌚🦗 (@NatashaOladokun) August 16, 2018

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In 1993 NY Post columnist Liz Smith wrote: "[Aretha Franklin] must know she’s too bosomy to wear such clothing, but… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

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Letters of Note (@LettersOfNote) August 16, 2018

let’s also never forget THIS aretha moment... “great gowns, beautiful gowns...” 😭😂 https://t.co/bCY5XeW9Mf

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Andrew Bunton (@andrewbunton) August 16, 2018

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Aretha Franklin singing Lift Ev’ry Voice - proving that she was already an angel, even when she was among us. youtu.be/8QK4p22LHtw

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Joy Reid (@JoyAnnReid) August 16, 2018

How Aretha Franklin's commitment to civil rights and equality changed hearts and minds. nbcnews.to/2vPo7IC - @NBCBLK

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NBC News (@NBCNews) August 16, 2018

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Rest in power, Aretha. You were not only the Queen of Soul, but a warrior, a survivor, an icon, and a protector. Yo… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

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Jemele Hill (@jemelehill) August 16, 2018

A Touching Tribute To President Obama

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Jacoby Brissett (@JBrissett12) April 20, 2017