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@BarackObama

Dad, husband, President, citizen.

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Joined March 2007
Born on 4 August 1961
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  1. Retweeted
    Jun 18

    Sometimes truth transcends party.

    I live in a border state. I appreciate the need to enforce and protect our international boundaries, but this zero-tolerance policy is cruel. It is immoral. And it breaks my heart.
    12,510 replies . 128,321 retweets 466,935 likes
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  2. Jun 12

    Congratulations to the ! This fan knows what it’s like to lift that cup – and I’m happy for all the Caps fans who cheer so hard for their team, and for a team that celebrates so hard with its fans.

    5,665 replies . 12,869 retweets 144,787 likes
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  3. Jun 8

    “Low plastic stool, cheap but delicious noodles, cold Hanoi beer.” This is how I’ll remember Tony. He taught us about food — but more importantly, about its ability to bring us together. To make us a little less afraid of the unknown. We’ll miss him.

    14,445 replies . 239,183 retweets 1,098,812 likes
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  4. Jun 1

    This National Gun Violence Awareness Day, show your commitment to keeping our kids safe from gun violence. Then, for everyone we’ve lost, take action to change our leadership and our laws until they reflect that commitment - no matter how long it takes.

    Today is National Gun Violence Awareness Day, and we're proud to be part of the coalition that's calling for meaningful action from Congress to . Find out how you can take action at .
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  5. May 28

    We can never truly repay the debt we owe our fallen heroes. But we can remember them, honor their sacrifice, and affirm in our own lives those enduring ideals of justice, equality, and opportunity for which generations of Americans have given that last full measure of devotion.

    15,686 replies . 116,386 retweets 596,343 likes
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  6. May 23

    This Center is for the leaders of tomorrow who are ready to step up and build the world as it should be. Michelle and I are grateful to Chicagoans and the Chicago City Council for making it happen.

    5,493 replies . 20,338 retweets 133,470 likes
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  7. May 13

    Happy Mother’s Day to every mom out there, especially the remarkable moms in my life, and my mother-in-law, Marian Robinson.

    8,966 replies . 58,799 retweets 589,869 likes
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  8. May 8

    There are few issues more important to the security of the US than the potential spread of nuclear weapons or the potential for even more destructive war in the Middle East. Today’s decision to put the JCPOA at risk is a serious mistake. My full statement:

    34,072 replies . 134,117 retweets 450,361 likes
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  9. Retweeted
    May 2

    Happy ! So excited to be in Philly to celebrate all the young people making the commitment to higher education.

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  10. Apr 23

    These talented young people will create a better future not just in Africa, but around the world. I can’t wait to spend some time with Leaders and look forward to honoring the Mandela legacy in Johannesburg this summer.

    We’re excited to announce Obama Foundation Leaders: Africa, a one-year program to train and support 200 emerging leaders from across the continent to drive positive change throughout Africa.
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  11. Apr 17

    Our statement on the passing of Former First Lady Barbara Bush:

    5,454 replies . 51,020 retweets 326,063 likes
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  12. Retweeted
    Apr 16

    We just announced the inaugural class of . These 20 civic leaders have carried out inspiring work around the world. Now, they’ll come together to collaborate, exchange ideas, and inspire a wave of civic innovation. Meet the Fellows:

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  13. Retweeted
    Apr 4

    This week—50 years since Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was killed— and sat down with a group of young men for an roundtable to talk about Dr. King's legacy and the courage it takes to stand up for what you believe in:

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  14. Mar 25

    Incredible to have a Chicago team in the Final Four. I’ll take that over an intact bracket any day! Congratulations to everybody - let’s keep it going!

    4,970 replies . 20,285 retweets 226,914 likes
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  15. Mar 24

    Michelle and I are so inspired by all the young people who made today’s marches happen. Keep at it. You’re leading us forward. Nothing can stand in the way of millions of voices calling for change.

    26,270 replies . 325,645 retweets 1,591,033 likes
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  16. Mar 19

    Our most important task as a nation is to make sure all our young people can achieve their dreams. We’ve started this work with , but there’s so much more all of us have to do—government, private sector, academia & community leaders—to change the odds for our kids.

    Even when children grow up next to each other with parents who earn similar incomes, black boys fare worse than white boys in 99 percent of America.
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  17. Mar 19

    In Singapore with young people who are advocating for education, empowering young women, and getting involved all over Southeast Asia with a profoundly optimistic commitment to building the world they want to see.

    Heading out to enjoy the evening after being starstrucked by a discussion that was chaired by President himself. is here to make waves.
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  18. Mar 15

    41: I like the competition. And the loyalty to the home team. - 44

    Respectfully differing with so out on a limb here, but I have a gut feeling my are going the distance .
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  19. Mar 15

    Congrats to and Sister Jean for a last-second upset - I had faith in my pick!

    2,244 replies . 13,110 retweets 131,405 likes
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  20. Mar 14

    Just because I have more time to watch games doesn’t mean my picks will be better, but here are my brackets this year:

    8,059 replies . 39,086 retweets 264,790 likes
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