9 Rare Photos of Barack, Michelle, Malia, and Sasha Obama’s Journey To Win The White House
Before Barack Obama was elected as the first African American President of the United States in 2008, he was elected to the Illinois State Senate in 2004, became a father of two in 2001, a husband in 1992, and the first African American President of the Harvard Law Review in 1990. Here are a few rare […]
They Taught Us: 12 Things We Learned From The Obamas These Last 8 Years
We asked our Facebook and Instagram community to share what they’ve learned from President and First Lady Obama. The response was overwhelming. Check out a few of our favorites below and add your very own to our comment section. 1) “I learned that true ‘civil servants’ still exist and truly care about their constituents. The […]
All The Feels: Michelle Obama Takes Her Final Walk Through The White House
This morning, another bittersweet Obama moment happened. First Lady Michelle Obama, along with her family’s dogs Bo and Sunny, took “one last walk” through the White House. When Mrs. Obama first arrived to the White House in 2009, she made it her mission to open its doors as often as possible to the people. Over the […]
Celebrate The Late Muhammad Ali’s Birthday By Listening To Him Speak His Truth
Today would have been boxing legend, Muhammad Ali’s 75th birthday. In addition to being an activist, a three-time world heavyweight champion, and one of the greatest athletes of all time, Ali also had a powerful way with words. He recited short original verses to intimidate his opponents in the ring, and delivered impromptu poetry performances during interviews and […]
Happy Birthday Michelle Obama: 8 Quotes That Remind Us Why You’ll Always Be Our First Lady
First Lady Obama is celebrating her 53rd birthday today! For the past 8 years she has been an example of grace, grit, love, inspiration and overall Black Girl Magic. Although today is her last birthday in the White House, the lessons she taught us will always make her the first image that comes to mind when […]
The Obamas Spent MLK Day At The Shelter Where They Donated Malia and Sasha’s Swing Set
In observation of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, President and First Lady Obama decided to do their act of community service at Jobs Have Priority Naylor Road Family Shelter in Washington, D.C., where their daughters Malia and Sasha’s White House swing set now resides. The First Couple bought the swing set (also known as “Malia and Sasha’s Castle”) […]
Black Excellence For The Win: Books by Civil Rights Icon John Lewis Sell Out On Amazon
Photo credit: J. Scott Applewhite, AP As if we need any more proof of how great of an impact civil rights icon John Lewis has made and continues to make on the world. This weekend, Lewis’ award-winning graphic novel “March”, a trilogy series about the civil rights movement, soared to the number one spot on Amazon’s Best Seller […]
8 Photos That Prove John Lewis’ Actions Produced a Greater America
John Lewis is a Civil Rights Icon – period. As a Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient and the only living speaker from the 1963 March on Washington, he serves as a role model for all aspiring and rising activists who seek a blueprint on what it takes to commit oneself to a life of public service. […]
Carter G. Woodson Would Be Proud of These High School Students
Carter G. Woodson is known as the Father of Black History Month. In February of 1926, Woodson established Negro History Week to highlight Black achievement and its impact on American society. 50 years later, the week expanded into a month-long celebration observed as Black History Month, where millions remember and honor past and present African American trailblazers, leaders, activists, and […]
Rarely Seen Photos of Malia and Sasha Obama’s First Visit To The White House
Photo credit: Joyce N. Boghosian / White House Photo Malia and Sasha Obama will soon join the ranks of former “First Children”, but before they make their transition from the White House, a former first daughter, Jenna Bush Hager, shared some rare photos of her first time meeting the girls in the White House. Coupled with these […]