It's been a while since we gave you an inauguration update so here's a good one. The queen of media Oprah Winfrey will be in town for inauguration. You probably already figured that out after seeing her support for Obama over the past year or two but did you know she'll be broadcasting a show from here also? Word is that Oprah will be taping her show at the Kennedy Center … [Read more...]
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Barack Obama: Ebony Magazine “Person of The Year”
He did it! Barack Obama has rightfully earned the historic title of President-elect! Ebony magazine conducted the first interview and photo shoot with "Mr. President" since his Nov. 4 victory. The exclusive interview is the centerpiece of Ebony magazine's January 2009 special collector's edition, which chronicles the rise of Barack Obama to one of the most powerful positions … [Read more...]
Video: Barack & Michelle Obama Interview by Barbara Walters
This is from last nights Barbara Walters interview. Below are all of the parts with both Barack and Michelle. Very good interview, let us know what you think. PT Three PT Four PT Five PT Six … [Read more...]
Video: Michelle Obama Breaks Stereotypes
CNN's Randi Kaye examines how Michelle Obama may help break down stereotypes of black women. Embedded video from <a href="https://www.cnn.com/video" mce_href="https://www.cnn.com/video">CNN Video</a> … [Read more...]
TheRoot Takes A Look At The Mom in Chief – Michelle Obama
TheRoot.com ran a series where four successful mothers share their opinions on Michelle Obama's choices. They take a look at her position as as the ultimate "mom-in-chief," exploring her role in family, work/life balance and feminism: From the site: With viewpoints that are funny, brash and bracing, the four women bring controversial and conflicting perspectives that are … [Read more...]
Holiday message from the Obama’s
We've gotten this a bunch of times in our email over the past few days so we thought we'd share. … [Read more...]
Who’s Coming To Inauguration 2009?
Pretty much everyone we know has expressed interest in coming to DC for Barack Obama's inauguration. Folks will be flocking from all around the globe to be in attendance to witness history. 1.5 million is the number they currently say they're expecting but I think there will be more. This week it was officially announced that they will have the Jumbo screens out on the Mall … [Read more...]
Public or Private: The Obama’s Class Struggle
Interesting story over on TheRoot.com. Contributor Meera Bowman-Johnson writes about the Obamas' decision to choose schools for their children. Bowman-Johnson says it's always tough to search for the best school for your children"”but it can be even more agonizing when you're African-American. For black parents, there are worries about low expectations from teachers; … [Read more...]
Obama’s Gonna Get me Fired!
Let me start off by saying I am still flying high on my emotions about Obama being elected the First African American President!!! And I am still elated about the fact that we have elected someone that is truly going to bring about change in the Country......and in the World. BUT.........I am getting tooo much OBAMA stuff in my inbox!! Last week, when I got an Obama email … [Read more...]
Guest Post: Why I Love Barack and Michelle
This guest post comes courtesy of friend of the blog Gwen Jimmere over at If It Walks Like a Duck a great relationship blog. Make sure you check her out when you get done here. Every couple, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, background or creed should take notes from Barack & Michelle Obama. Not only in terms of his presidency but in terms of their … [Read more...]
The Obama Family – Behind The Scenes Election Night
Click here for the link to the photo gallery. … [Read more...]
The Hottest Ticket In Town: Inauguration 2009
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Inauguration 2009: How To Be a Part Of History
Everyone I know and a lot of folks on the web are talking about coming to DC for the historic 2009 inauguration which takes place January 20th which is also the day after the Martin Luther King holiday. As DC area residents TheMom and I will serve as your BMWK concierge to give you the best of DC and to answer some of the questions you may have. First up how can you get … [Read more...]
Barack Obama Time Magazine Issue Drops Today
Don't wind up like me and my "Paper Chaser" episode the other night. Be on the lookout for today's collectors edition of Time Magazine featured the Obama Win. There was speculation that it would come out yesterday but the places by my job said it wouldn't be out until today and the Borders said it would be in the afternoon. They also said there was already a strong demand … [Read more...]
In Repsone To: The Resurgence Of The Black Family
A reader wrote this comment in response to an older post we did about The Obama family and The Resurgence of the Black Family. You can view the original post and comments here: I agree with one of the previous posters'...there are and have always been a lot of strong black families out there. Unfortunately, the over exposure and constant showcasing of "baby mommas & … [Read more...]