With the election resulting in an Obama landslide victory, national headlines have now turned towards the mess he's faced with, namely the looming "fiscal cliff" that could push the nation back into recession and send millions of Americans back to the unemployment lines. So what exactly is this fiscal cliff we've been hearing so much about? It refers to the effects of a … [Read more...]
VIDEO: President Obama DNC Speech Video and Transcript
Below is the full video and transcript of President Barack Obama's speech at the 2012 Democratic National Convention. Did you watch? What did you think? VIDEO: TRANSCRIPT: Michelle, I love you. The other night, I think the entire country saw just how lucky I am. Malia and Sasha, you make me so proud...but don't get any ideas, you're still going to class tomorrow. And Joe … [Read more...]
Celeb Marriage Scene: President Obama Chooses Family Over Social Events, Will, Duane and Denzel Hang Out Plus More
Actress Holly Robinson Peete shared her thoughts on the untimely death of actor Michael Clarke Duncan. In addition to being friends with Michael's fiancé, Omarosa Manigault, Holly's mother represented the actor for several years. "He was like a brother to me," she said. She also spoke about how Omarosa never left Michael's side. "Anybody who thinks that love wasn't real, all … [Read more...]
VIDEO: Michelle Obama Reps Hard For Her Husband On The Daily Show
I tell you what - Michelle Obama can not be caught saying ANYTHING negative about her hubby. When the First Lady dropped by The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, he asked (in a humorous way) about the President's "wild" teen years and Mrs. Obama shut it down quickly, saying, "I'm not taking any bait!" We love it. The Daily Show with Jon Stewart Get More: Daily Show Full … [Read more...]
VIDEO: The Obamas Discuss First Date, President Obama’s Attempt At Hair Braiding And Power Of Parenthood
In full campaign mode, the President and First Lady took time to have dinner with the winners of the "Dinner with Barack" contest. During their meal, President Obama talked about his first date with Michelle, his attempt to do Malia's hair when Michelle was out of town, and his most scariest experience since being a father. … [Read more...]
VIDEO: President Obama: “If I Had A Son, He’d Look Like Trayvon”
President Obama broke his silence on his feelings on the Trayvon Martin case. See his remarks below. Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy … [Read more...]
VIDEO: 24-Year-Old Biracial Man Elected Mayor In New York, Inspired By President Obama
Svante Myrick, a biracial man, has made history as the youngest mayor ever to serve Ithaca, NY at 24 years old. The young mayor served on Ithaca's city council prior to his term. He also considers President Obama to be an inspiration. Although Myrick's future looks promising, his childhood was rough. From NBC: Svante Myrick, the new 24-year-old mayor of Ithaca, N.Y., shies … [Read more...]
VIDEO: First Lady Michelle Obama Beats Late Night Host Jimmy Fallon In Exercise Competition
Celebrating the second anniversary of her Let's Move initiative, First Lady Michelle Obama took on late night host Jimmy Fallon in a potato sack race, dodgeball, tug-of-way and hula hooping. Check it out: … [Read more...]
VIDEO: Our First Lady: “President Obama Sings To Me All The Time”
If you thought you were lucky to hear the president sing a few lines of Al Green's "Let's Stay Together," at the Apollo last week, check out what the First Lady has to say about the president's singing voice and check out the rest of the interview this evening on The Tonight Show. … [Read more...]
VIDEO: Behind The Scenes- Writing the 2012 State of the Union Address
Take a look inside the West Wing as the 2012 State of The Union Address is written. The President has been brainstorming with the speechwriters and huddling with the policy team. He's come up with new ideas, rewritten language, and reordered pages. For President Obama, this isn't simply an editing exercise. He's invested in creating the State of the Union because he sees it … [Read more...]
President Obama Sings Al Green’s Lets Stay Together at the Apollo
President Obama sings a little of Al Green's Lets Stay Together live at the historic Apollo Theatre in Harlem, N.Y. Drop us a comment letting us know what you think about the President's singing abilities. … [Read more...]
Happy Birthday, Michelle Obama!
Happy birthday to our First Lady, Michelle Obama! She celebrates her 48th birthday in style today, and we take a moment to see how far she's come on this journey: … [Read more...]
VIDEO: Maysa (Featuring Stevie Wonder) “Have Sweet Dreams” Tribute to Barack and Michelle Obama
A loving tribute to Barack and Michelle Obama -- Performed by Maysa, written by Stevie Wonder and Kimberly Brewer (with Stevie on harmonica). From Maysa's "Motions Of Love" album. Maysa's "Motions of Love" on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/motions-of-love/id474066876 … [Read more...]
VIDEO: President Obama’s “60 Minutes” Interview
President Obama sat down with 60 Minutes reporter Steve Kroft for an in-depth interview about his economic policies, his reelection campaign and whether the American public believes he should get another term as president. Part One: Part Two: … [Read more...]
Celeb Marriage Scene: LL Cool J Back In The Studio, Lala Anthony Highlights The Positive In Her Reality Show
President Barack Obama and daughters Sasha and Malia took part in the White House Thanksgiving tradition of pardoning a "lucky turkey." Beginning in 1989, the President of the United States has pardoned a turkey for Thanksgiving each year. This year, the lucky bird's name was "Liberty." {Black Celeb Kids} Starring on a #1 hit television show isn't enough to convince LL … [Read more...]