Obama Presidential Center opens in Chicago with Juneteenth ceremony

oakidoaki.bsky.social147

I was teary-eyed through the whole thing! It was just a beautiful tribute and reminder of what DEMOCRACY is, full of love, caring, hope, and compassion for all people! It was an extension of who the Obamas are! Damn, I miss them!💙🇺🇲💙

Abdohassan81

Of course Trump hates Obama. Obama is smarter, more handsome, in excellent physical condition, and a successful president. His wife is educated, unlike the clown's wife.

charliecordero44.bsky.social30

Everyone’s thoughts in that moment. 🫤. Just guessing.

Bonnie Schwertner30

Made me tear up. 🫶🏼

David Sheridan25

Wow, when he could’ve booked half of Milli Vanilli?

David24

A great day for a very honorable man. cbwrong.blogspot.com/2026/06/the-...

Coasterinoregon22

Her voice Is an amazing instrument isn’t it?

Reflections Of Algae Pool LIBBEY DEM ♿🇺🇦🇵🇸21

She can sing her ass off! Loved her since Genie In A Bottle.

Saneman20

I see all the other presidents, where's tRump? Oh, never mind.

viewoflife18

Boom! Obama just showed trump what a classy celebration looks like!

Bo Tally10

Well, she’s no Ted Nugent.

hopelaughlove.bsky.social9

Our NY Knicks 🧡💙 Parade and Celebration performers and NYC MAYOR great speech, and Watching the Prez Obama and Mrs Obama great speeches, performers and program today-was right on time what we all needed. Unity, Hope, Love and Peace FOR A DAY! 💙 These are just a few performers in Chicago

Lile8

She’s such a capable, wonderful, accomplished singer and yet still has that need to impress in 4 minutes. Even when it’s so obvious that less is more. Look at the audience.

Just Michael8

Vs. a cage fight at the White House. No need to say more. An amazing opening at the Obama Library.

Stop by for coffee8

Her voice gives me goosebumps.

zerocrossing7

Gee, I wonder why she didn’t play Trump’s party…

DianaTripper7

What a magnificent day! 🇺🇸

gabrielgambino6

My girl #CAguilera in #Chicago, hope you have a good time here. 😘

stephenplantsga.bsky.social6

President Obama gets this and tRump can’t even get Milli Vanilli to show up…

Dr. Babin-bsky6

I notice artists weren’t canceling on THIS celebration. 🙂

jeweledskye.bsky.social5

brought tears to my eyes... it was beautiful. this is the song I danced to w/my dad at my wedding.❤️‍🩹

KnowMeKnot4

She’s an amazing talent but Gaga would have performed it better. Just say’n

David Kleinman4

Damn she can sing but this rendition took out all the beauty and sentiment. Whoever guided her on this approach should be spanked. Still, it's lovely to see so much talent appear to demonstrate their fondness for the Obamas!

Nice Old Geezer Opposes Fascist Dictators4

That song always makes my eyes well up. ❤️🥹❤️

Conservatives Are Fascists4

Beautiful. ❤️❤️ A wonderful world is what we could have if it wasn’t for fascists, dictators, haters, killers, abusers… How beautiful it could be if politicians worldwide fought the rampant corruption, hate, crime syndicates… instead of joining them. Wake up people. We don’t have to live like this.

Emmy&Me 😻4

WOW she can sing!! She's so smart and talented.

😠Mr_nice_guy_NOT😂4

All President Pedophile has is Skid Mark.(kid rock)💩

Dude-and His-Dog🪖🇺🇲🇵🇸🐶🇱🇧🇨🇦4

I do believe Christina Aguilera has a black soul because she's too soulful for any other reasoning.

Preston Thomas4

Aguilera is a gifted vocalist, no denying. I've always liked the timbre of her voice. But the beautiful simplicity of a composition like "What a Wonderful World" demands a more elegant touch. Subtle and lilting improvisation vs a "bring the house down" ballad. Less would have been more.

Gerard Bethany Quin3

That performance was absolutely beautiful. Christina Aguilera has a way of putting so much emotion into every note, and “What a Wonderful World” was the perfect choice for such a meaningful occasion. No wonder people were reaching for tissues by the end of it.

Muthertree3

I honestly can’t stand all her extra stuff. Like, just sing the song. We know you can make all those other extra noises, already.

jimbo576.bsky.social3

Absolutely beautiful! Thanks for sharing!!!

𝒜𝓃𝓃 ✨🇨🇦3

CA did not do justice to this beautiful song. 🤦‍♀️ The great beloved 𝓛𝓸𝓾𝓲𝓼 𝓐𝓻𝓶𝓼𝓽𝓻𝓸𝓷𝓰 sang it best, and with such genuine emotion. God bless him ...🌹💖 youtu.be/VqhCQZaH4Vs?...

RME21964DO3

Awesome all the way around!

sandrusom.bsky.social3

She could’ve sang without the voice histrionics but overall the performance was great. And Stevie Wonder?! OMG!!

Lee K3

OBAMA Presidential Center full of Hope, Inspiration and Love. Trump's White Trash House full of fake gold, authoritarianism and Hate. AMERICANS get to chose which one they want to live in. #PowerOfThePeople #ITWorks #Don'tBackDown

Don't Ask, Won't Tell3

Outta the PARK, Baby! My kids worshipped you!

Allyson3

I don't dislike her, but she murdered this lovely song.

loricarlisle.bsky.social3

What a beautiful day for this! Someone smiled down upon this historic event considering the weather disasters that occurred surrounding this day ❤️

Jim 🏳️‍🌈Suffering from Trump Exhaustion Syndrome3

When, oh when, will videos played on BSKY sync the voices to the person singing or speaking?

JAG says it’s legal, but stupid.3

Was Willie Nelson not available?

CarrieT 🗽 ⚖️ 🇺🇸 🐶 📚 🛩 🌏 🐘 🗳 ⛩️ 😆 🎶 🪙 🤷‍♀️3

I never could understand why Britney Spears became more popular than Christina. Christina has a far superior voice. 😍

Hedley Lamar's fugly sister2

She's no Louie Armstrong, but then...who IS?

BForward2

Remember when America was great?

LaPoodella2

The she sings it makes it unrecognizable.

Stella Remington 2

Wow. We get this and Trump couldn't even get Milli.

Kygal2

Whenever I see the Obamas, I sit and cry over what we have lost. I worry we'll never be able to get it back.

vingoe.bsky.social2

Christina Aguilera is looking the best she's ever look. She looks absolutely stunning.

Ricki ca2

A perfect compliment to Louis Armstrong - she even sounds black. Powerful!

meadows9.bsky.social2

this is what America is great at ,from the uk i say, bring USA back please.....

Lee2

I've never had the privilege of going to the Kennedy CNTR to watch and listen to performances, but I have seen some from afar, this reminds me of some that once was there. Obama gave us hope for a better world, it wasn't just his dream, but he shared that vision and brought it to life, ours.

jeppa1.bsky.social2

Ffs, she over sang it Every word aught not get so much emotional and/or excessive belts Give me Chappell Roan❕

Danielle Scherer2

Not bad, but this is still my favorite version: youtu.be/Tw6CEB2VTzo?...

Katty Kat2

Her voice and inflection are so beautiful. Such a wonderful celebration. ❤️❤️

gamercat365.bsky.social2

Unsolicited appreciation given to a self made honorable public servant , trump can't sniff honor

Jon2

She isn't exactly Satchmo, but she has pipes.

Timeflies2

I don’t like that performance. It reminds me of Mariah Carrey.

M.C. 700902

I guess they will all have a "Low IQ" or "No talent" now! 😂 Bet Donald's fingers are trying to post faster than he can fall asleep at any event.

Dii Moffatt2

Should have got Bette Midler.

Eykyu - The fix—grassroots unity🌊🇺🇸🦅💙🇺🇳2

respect others, be respected, and many will admire you. But in a system that rewards power over dignity, admiration from the masses doesn’t protect you from the machinery of the elite. Still, it’s a principle worth holding: treat people with respect, stand by it, and you’ll earn admiration from

Not Guilty2

So much melisma. Too much.

asteraceaeg.bsky.social2

She and Jennifer gave me chills! 🙌🏼

The Whiskey Thinker 🥃46

I needed this to reset my brain from the overwhelming stupidity of 2026

Katie (She/Her)33

Thank goodness for this shining example of humanity in these times.

balden.bsky.social20

You all are medicine for our souls. Deep respect and many, many thanks. 🙏🏼

777violet.bsky.social19

Obama showed us what we could be. Trump showed us who we actually are. Sad but true. And the racists have never gotten over how smart, respected, and loved Obama is.

altown.bsky.social17

It is so good to see the energy and commitment to people, especially when the current incumbent in the White House sucks the energy and life out of any room he enters.

Goose Sorensen15

The best! thank you Guys for being everything you are! Much love from Wyoming!

pbb56.bsky.social14

So much love with these two exemplary human beings. Bonus? It must chap Drumphs ass how popular they are! 😆

TexaKiwi 🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇸🇳🇿🐈🫘13

Not enough heart ♥️ emojis for this post!!

@SuzanaD312

You're both so good with children 💜💜

Don't Ask, Won't Tell9

I so verily love this couple. They are the BEST of US. Let's make them shine again! Democrats/Liberals--VOTE!

redmtngirl.bsky.social9

Haven’t been back to Chicago since my military days. Might just have to plan a trip to check out your presidential center. Looks like an amazing place.

Refugee from a red state.9

I love it that you care enough to do this

siameselover3.bsky.social9

I just love you both! Amazing gift!

havocbyday9

Love that the Obama Presidential Center has a public library branch. Just great to see.

Dave Czaja8

Of course you did. And thank you.

Jadeabliss - 🪷 “No one let go of anyone’s hand.”🪷7

Love that there’s a public library on the campus!! Hope the kiddos let their curiosity and imaginations soar!!

Bruce Fulton7

Putting an actual CPL branch in there is pure genius.

Angharad 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🇺🇸7

Jeez it's nice to be reminded that we CAN have nice things!

melindajazz.bsky.social6

Tremendous Cheering y'all on from Southern IL 🇺🇸

Heather Mac6

Can never get enough of seeing you interact with children. They love you and it shows. ❤️

@mkddebbie🇺🇸🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🇺🇦🇨🇦 86 47❌👑6

I love this so much! And yesterday was wonderful. I watched it online. Bless you both.

Marie300136

I love you both. 💙💙💙 I miss you kindness, intelligence, and integrity.

robrownfl.bsky.social6

They are going to be fabulous grandparents!

Randy5

That's so exactly awesome thanks....

medicinetacklebox.bsky.social5

This sounds like a really special Presidential Library. Chicago just got bumped up on the list of places to go on my next trip. Might be a good chance to book that Amtrak trip I’ve been putting off

Glowingfem5

I miss an intelligent president that is educated and knows how to read!!! Thank you, President Obama❣️

Johnny 🫧 Cowlick5

I'd love to see Donald and Melania try to read to kids. In fact, I'd love to see Donald and Melania try to read period.

SusieC²5

The Obamas are truly good and compassionate people. Seeing the video tour of the campus just screams of the Obama's caring for people. Wonderful playground, many picnic tables, grass for toe-wiggling, basketball courts, and so much more. Makes me want to visit Chicago! Thank you, Obamas!

jackiefromtexas4

Lol, I brought my claws up too. 🤣

hikeitup.bsky.social4

The most impressive pair of human beings in my lifetime. And I'm not sure those kids were watching historic figures though. I think they were watching two grown up's play and have fun. So they played along with them. Connecting with kids that way says a lot about character. That was awesome.

jac-2025.bsky.social4

WOW! THAT BOOK IS "WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE!" I USED TO READ THAT TO MY CHILDREN! IT'S A WONDERFUL BOOK!

Neil4

Planning to visit when we come to Chicago in the Fall. The Center looks amazing 🙏

mggnash.bsky.social4

One day, those tiny children will be grown, they will see this video, and they will cry happy tears just to know they were a part of the orbit of the Obamas 💙

Carmel O4

This is SO wonderful! I miss you two! 😭❤️

Pissed Granny4

Reading to children is the most loving thing a person can do.

rabbit2rabbit4

Thank you for EVERYTHING you do and everything you are. You give us all so much hope. Congratulations on the opening your amazing Presidential Center. What a wonderful gift to this community and to us all!

BarbJoan4

I love how the Obamas really understand how to immerse the kids in the book!

Shifty Cow4

Love the way you and Michelle are so relaxed and fun around kids. Missing your intelligent, compassionate leadership from way down here in Aotearoa New Zealand!

Julianna4

This is what a Presidential Library – or Center – should be. Not a museum, but a place where people can congregate, learn, play.

lnhull.bsky.social3

Why do you keep making me cry? God love you.

🫍ᑭᒪᗩIᑎ ᒍᗩᑎE🫈3

So pure and joyful! Let the rumpus begin! 👹

zerocrossing3

I miss having humans in the White House.

Shar-if3

Children are truly wonderful. I hope they remain at peace throughout their lives. But what about my children?! Don't they deserve some peace and tranquility?! My daughter, who lost her mother, doesn't she deserve to live out the rest of her life in peace and happiness? BOOSTING TIA ❤️🫂

Tara 🌎3

The Obama's are an inspiration for hope at a time when it is sorely needed. 💙💚

LeadfootLauriej3

Isn't that the cutest reading group?? ❤️❤️❤️

PT3

What a gift you are giving to the city and to the country right now. We need your hope and love.

Dori G 🔯 🇺🇦3

That was WONDERFUL. I'm a grandmother of two boys, ages 10 and 6, and they LOVE reading and libraries. Thank you both for being such incredible role models to all people!

TMC3

What an awesome person! You are the BEST Prez Obama and Michelle!!

whitepuffyclouds.bsky.social3

Thank you for creating this wonderful center! Kids loving books early on is so impt! This entire center is so thought out, every inch of it! What a gift to us all! Can’t wait to visit! Much love!

Nintendo Pro 033

Imagine how much more educated those kids would have been if you weren’t a neoliberal catering to the rich and instead, you actually funded education a lot more.

galfrompa.bsky.social3

I needed this opening, I’m in PA not near the center but the media, listening to President and Ms Obama speak, watching all the presidents gathered together, just being able to be proud of and celebrate a President for a change has felt really good

mimeismoney.bsky.social3

ok i wish you were my parents

Kunal2

I am missing this golden opportunity as I am living miles away from Chicago. Those who are residents of that place should avail this opportunity of Chicago public library

Denver Jen2

A wonderful couple being good humans. Thank you for being who you are.

Radioman492

Amazing leadership still continues today and always under former president Obama along with his amazing wife Michelle whom both help keep America as WOKE as possible in every speech and lecture they both give to all etc

Cooler Heads Prevail2

My favorite book read by my favorite people. ❤️

ELIZE2

That's amazing! Reading to kids is the best way to spark a lifelong love of learning. Can't wait to see the new library branch come to life! 😊

Epremo2

The Obama's are the best people!

hurdthemusic.bsky.social2

What a great idea !

1bsky.social2

You must go one time this year .your life won't be the same take others with you. Make it a Educational summer trip

Paul 💙💙🦋🦋2

Across 2 terms and 6 years in office at this point, have we ever seen even one photo op like this with the convicted felon pedophile rapist?? NOT!! Love Barack and Michelle!!

wtpfight.bsky.social2

Love seeing these cute kids with the President and First Lady. This center is amazing.

Vote For Women2

Thank you for everything President and Mrs Obama- most of all, thank you for the hope.

spacemunki2

What 'terrible roars and claws' they all had! Fantastic!

Ugly Inside2

Donald Trump is a small, petty man who will be remembered only for his cruelty and vindictiveness. Barack will be remembered as a great man who led this country with grace and class. Trump isn't worthy of standing in Obama's shadow.

JULIE2

Y'know, if every American spent some time with little black kids, or little Latino kids, or little Asian kids, or little Native kids, or little working-class white kids, OR JUST LITTLE KIDS, then our nation could thrive.

QuantumDynamic RangeVideo2

I remember getting that book not long after I started kindergarten in September 1981...!

Emma Jean Kitty2

You and Michelle are just too good to be true ❤️❤️

TheOriginalMizD2

Could you imagine 🍊💩doing this … Of course he would make it all about him.

🇺🇲2

Thank you for making this such a great community spot. It's really a testament to how you served as president too. All inclusive and a president for all. I'll have to make the trip to Chicago to see this wonderful place. ❤️

💙Blue Journey 💙2

I love the Obamas. ❤️

🌻Louise🌻2

Thank u for doing things to improve lives

minglo7.bsky.social2

I miss having an intelligent president that reads...that can read, likes to read, and understands the importance of reading.💙

DeborahSuzanne2

God I miss them so much! And I’m not even American

icytiff.bsky.social2

Wait there’s an actual library at the presidential library?? That’s awesome 🤩

Treena G 🇨🇦🍁🏀27

The opening of the Obama Presidential Center, the Knicks Parade, and World Cup all happening today showed there is hope. I saw a country come together in unity and pride and joy. That’s how it’s supposed to be

Velvet Mummy🫟24

❤️‍🩹 The contrast is almost unbearable. It’s so profound.

Friskiedgrrl 🏳️‍🌈 💙🍁 🌊🇨🇦 🇺🇦20

I'm glad that I had a new box of tissues nearby. Happy tears, and hope for the future.

Skeptical Brotha 🏳️‍🌈18

Nothing emboldens White Supremacy in America like Black excellence. That's why the Voting Rights Act had to die, to prevent the election of another Obama. If they have to destroy democracy, they will. We're in a very dangerous place.

Teresa17

I cry for those days when President Obama was in Office. There was so much hope and calm and sense of security and pride in our country.

Larry L.16

😢 All true. As a former South Sider (who worked in Chicago steel mills to pay for college), I note that the Obamas, Pope Leo XIV and the archbishop of New York all lived within <10 miles of each other. Emmett Till is also buried in the same area. People who live there confront a lot of history

Josephine Imperato14

I'd forgotten what pride feels like, I feel shame most of the time now. I felt so proud to be a part of those beautiful people, decent people, honest people with empathy.

lisamcbarron1.bsky.social12

I sat here glued to my laptop from beginning to end with a big smile on my face and a napkin in each hand to wipe away tears...it was SUCH a great thing to watch!!! But I came away feeling so proud of Obama and his Center saying: THIS IS WHAT A PRESIDENT SHOULD BE LIKE!!!! THE WORLD AGREES W/ME!!!!!

Professor Bigfoot12

Behold, only some of what’s been sacrificed on the altar of white supremacy. “The lowest white man over the best colored man,” indeed.

John Sostaric11

as a canadian it reminded me of a time i was inspired by the US

David9

Yes and it is one party’s fault. cbwrong.blogspot.com/2026/06/the-...

megster69.bsky.social7

What we had‼️ I watched Obama’s victory speech in Grant Park and was SO thrilled, excited and happy! Now I am devastated, angry and determined. I may be old (70) but I’ve got a lot of fight in me.

Beachjon7

It also shows that we are STILL a nation, largely, of class, dignity, and humility. When MAGA and Trump are out of power, and they will be soon, we MUST return to expecting our leaders to exhibit these qualities.

larrylecloshard.bsky.social7

It sure lifted my spirits!

ElleM6

We were dragged down to a low level by a political party that sold us out to fascism, promoted lies and conspiracies, supported by Russia, Israel, tech billionaires, Epstein co- conspirators. Most of us still treasure the dignity of the Obamas and prior Presidents and First Ladies of both parties.

Bright Bart6

It sounds weird to admit it, but I too was very sad after seeing positive discourse, intelligence, and humanity.

PattiZ6

Missing Obama class, strength and integrity. We must insist on those qualities for 2028 candidate.

NurseGenius5

Ok. I sobbed from grief and hope. And I remembered dignity and kindness. Then I wept some more. Calling it a day

MJ🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈5

We’ve fallen so far. It kills me to think about it.

Gretchen Sampson5

I too found myself unexpectedly emotional just hearing affirmations of the Obama’s brilliance, goodness and love of democracy- so opposite of what we currently have. Their words that resilience and pride can’t be stolen give me hope that we will get through these dark times.

Merritt kelly4

It makes me miss all of it and the Obamas. 😩

late2dgame4

The Obamas have more class in their toe nail clippings than every maggot loser in this country combined. That's why they hate them so much. Such a great speech by Michelle and President Obama.

Deb Schlies🏕️🏳️‍🌈🐺🇺🇸4

I teared up many times just appreciating the good, proud to be in Chicago.

🧐Trudy Lynn 🇨🇦 🇺🇦4

When the daily, hourly, toxic stew of Trumpism has so saturated America, and countries beyond, watching this day of celebration and humanity feels like an emergence from a foul cesspit.

oloveir.bsky.social3

When Obama was president I read that he will be much more appreciated later, after his presidency. It was true.

blublk.bsky.social3

Don’t it always seem to go that you don’t know what you’ve got till it’s gone 😉 ~Joni Mitchell

Blue Woman Voting 📎3

Or Trump didn't really win in 2024 because the fact that he "won" the 7 swings states by the exact same percentage points to anomaly over actual votes. Just what I think. Just my opinion.

Jewel O'Wisdom 🇨🇦3

I had a 3 tissue boo hoo & I'm Canadian ffs.

Michael Hager3

Combined with the Knicks parade ❤️ two events where you know who would never be welcomed.

🇨🇦3

Maybe the US needed to see the scum rise to the top and blatant corruption and racism in plain view. Now most have been exposed. VOTE, Vote Vote in November and every chance you get. It’s imperative to right the wrong!!

Van der Burgh3

Perhaps we thought we had risen higher than we had? I did.

bigalincal.bsky.social3

You don't know what you got until you lose it. We had a man (and his wife) who encompassed America, who rose beyond the occasion to assemble and lead a team that had to take on a financial crisis, the consequences of a middle east fiasco, and then took on healthcare. I hope we find his like again

Tom3

It lifted my spirit Ricky, and I didn't catch it all. It confirmed my commitment to defend democracy and equality for all!

I am Groot2

Yes, but it's not forever and it will stage a comeback. Class was on display today and it shows that one person can make a positive difference.

Mike2

Wish I were in Chicago!

Fermin's Swedish Paradox2

Spot on, man. I was crying for countless conflicting reasons.

Roy Smith2

It's just what we real Americans need. Filled with a refreshing sense of hope.

Pere Jes2

Yeah, but remember that nothing is forever. I've been lucky to know several people with the class, etc., of Barack Obama. I have never met anyone as completely despicable as Donald Trump. Remember, he's the exception and not the rule.

mikehallden.bsky.social2

I saw a LOT of people holding back tears. Some of joy for the rememberance of the way it once was, others of sadness for the loss of those days...

Janet Allegrezza 🫘🇺🇦 ✌️2

I was brought to tears knowing what we had with the Obamas and what hatred and division we have now. How could we have sunk so low in such a small amount of time!?

txresister.bsky.social2

Same here- I hope that wasn't our last chance to have respected presidents and administrations.

flyinhawaiian72.bsky.social2

We were Blessed to have had a Great President.

velmam.bsky.social2

You’re not the only one feeling that…☹️

Hopeful Voter18

Imagine a POTUS who reads. How lucky we were. And Obama didn't reroute hurricanes with a sharpie marker. Those were a good 8 yrs.

Peters J Vecrumba12

I doubt Trump has read more than 300 words total in a book.

CarleneB7

God, I miss that smile! So genuine, so joyful. Trump always looks someone poked him in the rear with a hot poker.

gigisando.bsky.social5

I would wholeheartedly trust anything that man suggested

Catalyst N Compost4

I love that they put a branch of the public Library at the Obama Center!

zzorgon.bsky.social3

Thanks. I was thinking earlier this week how I miss seeing these on an annual basis. Haven't struck out yet on any of his recommendations I've read

🚫👑Is he dead yet?🚫👑2

I'm surprised he reads Sally Rooney. So happy to see, Poverty, By America by Matthew Desmond. That book should be required reading for all high schoolers and anyone serving in office. It's honestly exceptional and a quick read. Bookmarking these pages.

Charlemagne2

This is another Great Reasons why we LOVE President Obama

Madison24

So beautiful. I miss this. 💞 Side note: I wonder how long until Melania plagiarizes this speech.

Bonnie Schwertner17

Her speech was 🔥🔥🔥 Told it like it is.

MadGreek 🧿16

He made us proud to be Americans. 🇺🇸

1treehill14

Michelle Obama speaks for all of us.

lake-life-girl.bsky.social13

I love her love for this man of the people. A beautiful speech from a wife to her beloved husband who leads and serves bravely.

Nona Yerbiznatch11

He was the best president we have had in centuries. We didn't deserve him. I miss him so much.

Rebecca E ❌👑10

Michelle's eloquence, her poise and dignity, her adherence to truth had me in tears, too. I so miss these two people. There is no comparison...none at all....with the current grifters, liars, pedofiles currently residing in the People's House. #SheShed

Christian Petersen8

It's inspiring and sad at the same time.

talentedripley.bsky.social8

Such a moving speech. True love and so much respect between Barack and Michelle. I got so emo when she mentioned all the racist bs he had to handle.

Riley6

They’re amazing people. We were lucky to have them in the White House for 8 years. We’re all better for it 🇺🇸

mkn68.bsky.social6

So good. So very good. And we all weep for what we have lost and the goodness of this man and his wife

shropstermysteries.bsky.social4

What a beautiful love. And a phenomenal woman. She’s still my First Lady.

Orcaholic 🐳🐬🌿🐈‍⬛🇵🇸🇺🇦💙🇬🇱🇩🇰⚾️4

Brought me to tears too

Barbara Rybolt 🐸4

Incredible speech by the former First Lady! She was inspiring!

Char4

Class all the way around. As others have said, we were lucky. So very lucky.

My Snowblower can beat up your snowblower3

God it was wonderful to be lef by an adult that really cared for the nation. That did everything he could to better America. Donald Trump may try to erase him, but he will fail. He has already, and because Obama lives rent-free in his head, he will never erase the memory of a better America.

Friskiedgrrl 🏳️‍🌈 💙🍁 🌊🇨🇦 🇺🇦3

The president that the US and the entire world respected and admired! Intelligent, articulate, learned, and compassionate.

Laura Keane3

I’m not crying! You’re crying! ❤️

Moose 'n Squirrel3

This is both a beautiful moment and a reminder of what we should hold out for in a leader - in a time otherwise beset by a non-stop geyser of testosterone-laced low brow white trash talk, haughtiness, ignorance, warmongering, and just plain ugliness that defines Trump's White House.

Gale Kellum3

What a wonderful tribute ❤

nromenzer.bsky.social3

They are both so iconic ❤

Paddy O'Furniture 🫘2

MAGA can't wait for Melania to cover this speech at the opening of the Trump Presidential Hotel and Casino

Toke Salad Annie2

They are so cute together

by-mhrudolph.bsky.social2

Same here - dog wants to know why I have tears.

Charles Colee2

ANY man should be proud to have this kind of love, trust and respect from his partner. Barack Obama earned every bit of that - and Michelle is his equal in every measure.

freespeech4eva.bsky.social2

There is no heart emoji big enough to express how this makes me feel . Especially in the upside down

sundene 🇳🇴 📎2

I couldn't be there today, though we will go sometime this summer. So thank you for posting this clip. And yes, it brought me to tears too. *We *had *a *PRESIDENT in Barack Obama. A real one. We were so lucky to have him.

madame.defarge2

She went high and still managed to kick the mango moron & his regime in the cajones

Lf.Egalitarian5

You, the Obamas, and many individuals from your administration give me hope for the future.

MissyCat3

It was an afternoon of amazing presentations. 👍😊

jmtlaw.bsky.social2

Thinking about the future with a visit to Indiana to visit yours.

CJ 🪷💛27

You look beautiful Madam Vice President! What an incredible day!

Winnie and Jax13

Interesting that former world leaders who worked with him show up to his museum out of respect for his leadership and friendship. Stormy probably won't even go to Trumps "library^

Jadeabliss - 🪷 “No one let go of anyone’s hand.”🪷10

Today was just superb. What a wonderful celebration!! 🎉 🎊💙🪷

🦋Rrhae 🇺🇸 I Dissent!🫘 🇺🇦6

Always glad to see you Vice-President Harris! Spectacular day for the opening of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago!

PeDonCon6

Today was a light in the darkness ✨🌌🇺🇸🌌✨

Molly Lyons5

Love seeing you & Dougie at this amazing event. Love your suffragette suit. Love the warm reunion with Joe. Love seeing you with former international leaders. You’re a leader who belongs in so many spaces. I can still hope, right?

Christa Lyneis4

If felt so good to feel kind of normal for few hours. Amazing work, as always.

SaveDemocracy1233

Russian owned traitor scumbag Trump couldn’t even get a Milli Vinili cover band to show for his hate rally; Obama had the biggest stars on earth: Stevie WonderBruce SpringsteenJennifer HudsonJohn LegendChristina AguileraU2’s Bono and The EdgeEddie VedderMarc AnthonyTemsCommonUniting Voices Chicago.

Rebecca Williams13

They AND YOU continue to inspire!!! 🫶

tombet.bsky.social8

You and your husband are an inspiration to America. Thank you!

Lil Cin 🇨🇦7

I enjoyed watching you dance 💃

Skimac227

Loved seeing you up and boogying! A beautiful day of hope, joy and celebration!

pipeorgan75.bsky.social7

Another couple with intelligence, empathy, dignity, and grace that continue to serve our Country. 🇺🇸🇺🇸

Burnt2Death6

Gabby, so happy you and Mark attended such a joyous day! ❤️

Deborah Ludwig6

Saw you dancing. It made me smile. You look good!

HippyChick5

You would make a wonderful First Lady

aznancy.bsky.social4

Even watching it at home was so beautiful. I miss them so much

Julia4

Love your silver rose pin

marlajuliette.bsky.social3

You and Mark are the BEST!

Problematic2

Love you both, so glad to see you there.

Ceejae Devine2

I hope you both know how much you are loved!

Kim Rosko2

I saw you dancing!! 😊 What a joyous day

Michelle Sura2

Your dance made me SO Happy! That's Gabby! Dancing! Great Moves! Right with the music! There at the Obama Opening! You and your husband could be in The White House someday soon!

CJ🏳️‍🌈🙍‍♀️2

I saw you dancing 💃 🥰

aubresky.bsky.social2

Good to see you both looking so happy ♥️

Unlvguy17

love them or hate them, you respected them all to a point while in office. Absolutely no respect at all for the current person in office. It really is a sad thing! You knew even with GW you did not have to worry about the cheating, the stealing and the bipolar manners of a mad man.

hamiltonwaverly.bsky.social8

There is a conspicuous lack of orange here.

Canuckgolfer6

This is class, something MAGA has never understood, because all MAGA understands is hate, cruelty and greed.

Sue4

All the "living" Presidents and First Ladies.

7r-ick.bsky.social4

President Obama: Is it time for the all-nation agreement to end war & to begin the all-nation climate change consequences and species conservation cooperative? I would like the Obama Presidential Center to ask this Question of all the World's leaders: 'Are you for war mongering or peace building?'

Don (aka Bart) De Bear3

If some combination of; Al & Tipper, Kamala & Doug and cardboard cutouts of Hillary and first gentleman Bill were in that picture can you imagine how much better off the world would be right now?

k8delgado.bsky.social2

This is so inspiring…and we all know who’s about to post rage all weekend long✊🏻🌹

Beth Ann2

The way you picked your target announced who you were going after and then maneuver through the crowd was very entertaining to watch. Great interviews too!!

Marie 🇨🇦 🐸12

I love them both! ♥️♥️

Lyle Scout9

I just realized another good thing about Obama's speech today - no "Sir" stories. God those things are stupid and tiresome.

Michigan Jill8

What a beautiful event. It's great to see an uplifting moment in this country again. I really could get used to that! When the hoopla wears down, I'd love to make the 5 hr trip to see this amazing center of history from my favorite President!

Adele7

Finally, some class! This was the perfect antidote to the over-the-top, low-rent carnival from June 14th. #Ignite #BarackObama #MichelleObama #YesWeCan

Sara K Schneider7

Hillary's laugh here is well placed! 🤣

SolitudePeace “Solly”4

Beautiful and true. Such an amazing couple! Love them today and always.

Roya Azimzadeh 🔵4

Lmfao the burn is epic.

Kat 🕊️💙🦋🇺🇦🌻🌊🟧🟦🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🎭💖3

We all love her so much!! ❤️

Lydia Medina2

That was so touching I was crying as well

Petal Lu Ⓥ 💚🌱💙🌎2

Man these two are so in love and in great respect for each other 🥹 💞

SusieC²15

I loved Tom Hanks comment to an MS Now reporter. He said it felt like he had been to the best church on the planet. I felt the same. So much hope and positivity. I smiled for hours watching the opening. I miss Obama so much!

▪️H▪️7

Her intellilect, grace, style, and class are truly unmatched. 🔥

iwanttobecanadian.bsky.social4

I’m sure Melania wrote every word down, you know, for reference….

raittafan.bsky.social4

And Bono’s tribute to Michelle Ma belle….

ŦỮŁŁ¥🌼4

Thank you for posting this Lorie!🩷

Crystal3

She was definitely a shining light! Spectacular tribute! 🔥💙

iwanttobecanadian.bsky.social2

Missed learning opportunity for Trump and Vance!

Amber2

She would be a great president, but the Obama’s have given enough.

jmariehh.bsky.social2

I miss them so very much!

Minnesota Girl7

I can’t express enough how much I miss his leadership, competence, intelligence, humility, humanity and eloquence…we had it so good for awhile.

President Epstein7

Not you, Amy. He wasn’t talking about you. Sit down.

voyageurs59.bsky.social6

You can feel it in your body when you listen to President and Mrs. Obama. Joy verses darkness! I hope we choose the joy and hope.

lesterryan.bsky.social6

Why haven’t you spoken about the indictments?

Feralfern6

Amy was not standing against the gestapo in MN. The day after Renee Good was shot in the face, she voted for an election denying judge to a lifetime appointment. She is in cahoots with the child rapist president's facist agenda.

Dan Marshall5

Why can't you say any of this? Seriously. Why?

Mike Tibbetts3

Every president I can remember would have applauded that statement. The fact that Trump supporters hear it as criticism says everything.

Vickie Moorehead2

Honoring people who stood up for those being oppressed, targeted, hunted by this administration.