Reducing Barriers

Here’s an example of a smart policy that gets rid of unnecessary college degree requirements and reduces barriers to good paying jobs. I hope other states follow suit! https://t.co/ik8SOeoMem

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) March 19, 2023

The Breakfast Club

I heard about the work that Coach Amaker and the young people at Harvard are doing to build community, so I decided to drop by one of their meetings. Thanks for letting me be an honorary member of The Breakfast Club! https://t.co/EQ6R9nHbz2

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) September 12, 2022

More than humbled and honored to have @BarackObama as this month’s guest at the first meeting of The Breakfast Club.

We are so grateful and appreciative of your time, thoughts, and service.

Thank you, Mr. President. pic.twitter.com/sWk3ESjNQt

— Harvard Men’s Basketball (@HarvardMBB) September 9, 2022

Class Of 2021!

Congratulations, Class of 2021! You overcame so much this year with grace and humor. You should be incredibly proud of everything you’ve accomplished. 🎉 https://t.co/1zJXiNO7SA

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) June 1, 2021

Life threw an awful lot at you this year, and you didn’t blink. Instead, you pushed yourself harder and overcame the obstacles in your way. I am so proud of you—and please know I’ll be rooting for you in the months and years ahead.

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) June 1, 2021

I’d love to hear more about your graduation day. Send me a photo or shout out another graduate using #DearGrad and #ReachHigher! 🎓👨🏿‍🎓🎓👩‍🎓🎓

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) June 1, 2021

The Meritocracy Scam

Keep telling me about merit. https://t.co/NMjAfLkG1G

— Ida Bae Wells (@nhannahjones) February 4, 2021

https://twitter.com/nhannahjones/status/1357339846973394955 https://twitter.com/nhannahjones/status/1357340099969622021 https://twitter.com/nhannahjones/status/1357341348890742794 https://twitter.com/itsafronomics/status/1357334774159974402

FAFSA: Fill It Out

Make sure to fill out your FAFSA–the Free Application for Federal Student Aid–every year that you’re enrolled in college. It’s the key that can help unlock free money for your education. Complete the FAFSA right now at https://t.co/GtWRyXyAId. https://t.co/TeLxcW63lg

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) December 9, 2020

Going to college is the best thing you can do for your future especially during a pandemic, right @MichelleObama? 😤 Whether it’s a certificate program, community college, or a four-year school, there’s free FAFSA money waiting for you! You got this 👏🏾 pic.twitter.com/G5VZM1z9sJ

— Better Make Room 🎓 (@BetterMakeRoom) December 9, 2020

About Time

Heartened to see my alma mater make this change, and even prouder of the students who’ve been advocating for this kind of change on campus for years. Let’s keep finding ways to be more inclusive to all students—at Princeton and at every school across the country. https://t.co/jQd0TmJe1r

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) June 29, 2020

In 2015, student activists occupied President Eisgruber’s office, which led to the creation of the Wilson Legacy Review Committee. The committee and the board recommended reforms to make #PrincetonU more inclusive and more honest about its history, but kept Wilson’s name.

— Princeton University (@Princeton) June 27, 2020

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As the tragic killings of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, and Rayshard Brooks drew renewed attention to the long and damaging history of racism in America, the board reconsidered the Committee's conclusions and convened a special meeting on June 26.

— Princeton University (@Princeton) June 27, 2020

Wilson’s racism was significant and consequential even by the standards of his own time, taking America backward in its pursuit of justice. He not only acquiesced in but added to the persistent practice of racism in this country, a practice that continues to do harm today.

— Princeton University (@Princeton) June 27, 2020

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#PrincetonU is part of an America that has too often disregarded, ignored, or excused racism, allowing the persistence of systems that discriminate against Black people.

— Princeton University (@Princeton) June 27, 2020

Princeton History

This Princeton alum is so proud of you, Nick! Congratulations on becoming valedictorian—and making history. I have a feeling this is just the beginning for you, and I cannot wait to see everything you continue to achieve. https://t.co/b9IVCg05SP

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) May 11, 2020

Thank you everyone for the warm regards! My journey has only been possible because of the countless people who have supported and inspired me along the way. Looking forward to sharing my speech as Princeton's 2020 Valedictorian on May 31st!

— Nick André G. Johnson (@NickAGJohnson) May 8, 2020

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Rockstar In The Building

Zion Williamson seems like an outstanding young man as well as an outstanding basketball player. Wishing him a speedy recovery.

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) February 21, 2019

Barack Obama did come back to #UNC’s locker room before tipoff vs. #Duke with an “encouraging message.”

Cam Johnson says it was like he “was in virtual reality,” having @BarackObama present pregame. pic.twitter.com/l890QL2YLI

— Marilyn Payne (@marilyn_payne) February 21, 2019

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44th US President Barack Obama arrives at Duke vs. UNC... pic.twitter.com/YftIlzxDQX

— Ben Golliver (@BenGolliver) February 21, 2019

“His shoe broke.”

President Barack Obama knew what was happening as soon as Zion Willamson went down

🎥 @ChaseHughesNBCS pic.twitter.com/7sneMhzlOD

— SB Nation (@SBNation) February 21, 2019

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Former President Barack Obama pic.twitter.com/U9rbWiUIJp

— Mark Armstrong (@MarkPArmstrong) February 21, 2019

President Barack Obama gets an amazing reception just before Duke vs UNC pic.twitter.com/8ufWuupfV2

— Joe Mazur (@JoeMazurJr) February 21, 2019

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@BarackObama at Cameron Indoor Stadium at Duke. #ABC11 #UNCvsDuke pic.twitter.com/Up9RS4S1NY

— ABC11Charlie Mickens (@GameDayCharlie) February 21, 2019

Former President Barack Obama at tonight’s UNC vs. Duke game. @WFMY pic.twitter.com/nUnJXcxHpR

— Brian Hall (@bhallwfmy) February 21, 2019

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Not a great shot but you can hear the reaction when former President @BarackObama walked into Cameron and gave a few high fives. pic.twitter.com/GFko3T1pm4

— Jeff Gravley (@JGravleySPORTS) February 21, 2019

Hi Barack 👋 pic.twitter.com/qGz8bpcGZH

— SB Nation (@SBNation) February 21, 2019

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Obama is a man of the people, even the Cameron Crazies. pic.twitter.com/om4F4xUKZi

— ESPN (@espn) February 21, 2019

Obama at the UNC/Duke game rocking an all black bomber jacket with “44” on the sleeve. 💧💧💧 pic.twitter.com/R4VqaGve3B

— Complex (@Complex) February 21, 2019

Aaaand Mic Drop

Former President Barack Obama: "Not only did I not get indicted, nobody in my administration got indicted which, by the way, was the only administration in modern history that can be said about." https://t.co/eDNVbrNa9Y pic.twitter.com/r2xBU8P0vx

— The Hill (@thehill) November 29, 2018

FLOTUS Says You’re Worth It

When I was younger, thinking about going to college sometimes gave me a pit in my stomach. I came from a working-class family. I was young, black, and female. Of course I doubted myself. But I didn’t let those fears win. #BetterMakeRoom https://t.co/VwwJ9VelCX

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) September 18, 2018

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When @MichelleObama says you’re worth it, you better believe it! #ReachHigher by signing up today to stay committed to furthering your education. #BetterMakeRoom https://t.co/SFXPHlkrBs https://t.co/xdb8wuU5wo

— Better Make Room 🎓 (@BetterMakeRoom) September 18, 2018