Barack Obama

Last week, I met with young leaders from the My Brother's Keeper Alliance at the Obama Presidential Center. They shared more about the work they’re doing at school, their goals for the future, and even gave me an update on their class elections. Take a look!

It's time for a change. Vote for leaders like @abdulelsayed.bsky.social and @jocelynbenson.bsky.social who will work every day to make this country better.

It was good to be back in Michigan to support @jocelynbenson.bsky.social as your next Governor and @abdulelsayed.bsky.social as your next U.S. Senator! They are working to change the lives of Michiganders for the better. Make sure to vote early or on Election Day at MichiganDems.com/Vote.

Michigan, are you fired up and ready to vote? Watch to hear why you should elect @jocelynbenson.bsky.social, @abdulelsayed.bsky.social, and Democrats across the ballot.

It’s the first day of early voting in Michigan, and I’m heading to Detroit for a rally to support @jocelynbenson.bsky.social, @abdulelsayed.bsky.social, and Democrats working to create change. Make a plan to vote at MichiganDems.com/Vote.

With Election Day less than two weeks away, tune in to find out why you should vote for @amyactonoh.bsky.social and @sherrodbrownoh.bsky.social.

Ohio! I’m heading to Cleveland for a rally to support @amyactonoh.bsky.social and @sherrodbrownoh.bsky.social. Make sure you have a plan to vote: IWillVote.com/OH

On November 3rd, 36 states will elect their next governor. The outcome of these races will make a real difference in the lives of millions of people — but only if you vote. So join me in electing @demgovs.org: democraticgovernors.org

Justice @anitaearls.bsky.social has spent her career fighting for civil rights and protecting voting rights. She’s the only candidate running for North Carolina’s Supreme Court with a proven record of standing up for all North Carolinians. Make a plan to vote at IWillVote.com/NC.

A handful of state legislative races will decide if Wisconsin gets a Democratic trifecta. Winning these seats would give us the power to respond if Republicans attempt to silence Black and Latino voters with gerrymandered maps for 2028. We know what we need to do.

Georgia! I’ll be in Atlanta on October 28 for a rally to support @keishaforga.bsky.social, @ossoff.bsky.social, and Democrats fighting to make your life better. Join us: unitedforgeorgia.com

Change often starts from the ground up, and there are hundreds of state and local candidates this year who will stand up for their communities and fight for progress. These races will help shape our future, and it’s never been more important to get involved: DLCC.org/TargetRaces

I’m coming for you, Ohio! Join me in Cleveland on October 24 for a rally to support @amyactonoh.bsky.social, @sherrodbrownoh.bsky.social, and Democrats up and down the ballot. Hope to see you there:

Looking forward to being in Detroit on 10/24 to campaign for @jocelynbenson.bsky.social, @abdulelsayed.bsky.social, and Democrats up and down the ballot in Michigan. Join us: mobilize.us/teammichigan/event/1053725/

Lawyers are on the front lines of the fight to protect our democracy. Right now, @wetheaction.bsky.social is recruiting lawyers who are willing to volunteer their time to defend voting rights. Join them: wetheaction.us/guide

The right to vote is one of the most fundamental parts of our democracy. Check your voter registration at IWillVote.com and make a plan to vote early or on Election Day on November 3.

This summer, more than 50 young men from Chicago Public Schools attended the MBK-Obama Leadership Academy to get ready for high school. They earned credits toward graduation, developed important life skills, and built connections. We’re proud of their hard work, and can’t wait to see what they do.

Still basking in the glow of Chicago’s historic @wnba.com All-Star Game. Check out the moment when President @barackobama.bsky.social surprised a group of young girls participating in the WNBA’s Changemaker Day.

Here are some of the songs I've been listening to this summer. It starts with a song Michelle and I love by Glen Hansard, a great musician who passed tragically this week. Our hearts go out to his family.

President @barackobama.bsky.social’s summer reading list is here 📚 This year, President Obama is inviting all of you to come read these picks at the Obama Presidential Center, and we invited a few book lovers to share their first reactions. What are you reading first?

Josh Turek has plans to make life better for every Iowan. Now, Iowa, the ball is in your court. Let’s work to get @joshturek4iowa.bsky.social to the U.S. Senate. Turek4Iowa.com

In June, when we debuted the first official portrait of President and Mrs. Obama at the Obama Presidential Center Museum, the world went wild for the story of how Michelle Obama had long hoped to collaborate with renowned artist Njideka Akunyili Crosby, and how deeply the experience moved Crosby.

You never know who you’re going to see at the Obama Presidential Center.

Got the chance to see these talented players in action today! It was great having the @wnba.com at Home Court at the Obama Presidential Center for All-Star Weekend. 🏀

There’s nothing like a choir to get you fired up! Michelle and I enjoyed this beautiful performance from the Uniting Voices Chicago during the grand opening of the Obama Presidential Center.

A month ago, we opened the Obama Presidential Center and it’s been great seeing folks from all over Chicago and the world make this campus their own.

President @barackobama.bsky.social & AG @ericholder.bsky.social started the NDRC so people—not politicians—decide who holds office. Republicans are trying to dismantle our progress, but we're fighting back. Join us ➡️ secure.actblue.com/donate/ndrc-ad-apr26-obama1

In this studio visit, Mark Bradford takes us inside what it means to create a monumental painting that scales the three-story west wall of the Our Story Atrium in the Museum at the Obama Presidential Center.

America turns 250 today. To mark the occasion, join the Obama Presidential Center Grand Opening Ceremony rewatch party. Join us now:

My sister Maya and I were profoundly shaped by the influence of our mom, Ann Dunham. Giving Maya a preview of the Obama Presidential Center, including a new sculpture by Maya Lin dedicated to our mom’s memory, was truly special.

To all the dads out there – Happy Father’s Day! Nothing we do is more fulfilling!

I had one rule this week: no one plays on Home Court until some old friends and I get some shots up. Who’s got next? 🏀

Punihei, thank you for that outstanding introduction and for all the work you’re doing back home in Hawai'i!

Michelle and I had fun surprising the first group of visitors to the Obama Presidential Center on Juneteenth. Come check it out!

Michelle and I loved reading to this bright group of kids today! We hope this new Chicago Public Library branch at the Obama Presidential Center will be a place where folks come to read, check out books, and connect with one another for years to come.

In electrifying remarks at the Grand Opening Celebration of the Obama Presidential Center, Michelle Obama called on all of us to kindle that hope.

President Barack Obama spoke about our shared American values, and our collective responsibility to strengthen democracy at the Grand Opening Ceremony of the Obama Presidential Center.

To George and Laura, Bill and Hillary — we're grateful for your friendship, counsel, and devotion to this country. And to Joe and Jill, thank you for being on this journey with us.

The Obama Presidential Center is finally opening! Tune in today on Obama.org starting at 11am CT as Michelle and I share what this moment means to us and celebrate with friends, family, and members of the community in Chicago.