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Jul 18, 2020 · Lewis dropped his support for Clinton's presidential bid in February 2008 in favor of then-Sen. Barack Obama. John Amis/AP photo
Jul 30, 2020 · Explore Capturing John Lewis’ voice. Once he became president, Obama recalled the radical speaker who championed getting into “good trouble” congratulating him on the unbelievable feat of ...
Former US President Barack Obama speaks at a rally to support Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers and Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Wisconsin... Former President Obama Campaigns With Mandela Barnes In Milwaukee
Nov 2, 2020 · 11/02/2020 05:03 PM EST. Former President Barack Obama on Monday made a concerted effort to turn out disaffected Black voters in Atlanta, using local civil rights icons and this summer’s...
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Jul 30, 2020 · Former President Barack Obama took the opportunity during his eulogy for Rep. John Lewis to raise awareness about ongoing efforts to stifle voting in the US on the eve of a presidential election.
Jul 30, 2020 · July 30, 2020, 6:41 PM UTC. By Rebecca Shabad. Former President Barack Obama delivered sharp criticism of his successor Thursday as he eulogized the late Rep. John Lewis, slamming the...
