Los Angeles County is home to the third largest Black population in the United States and has some of the longest running Juneteenth traditions anywhere.
L.A. is also the oldest American city founded by Black people.
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The Obamas have shown us for years what grace under pressure truly looks like. As former 1st lady Michelle stated, President Obama carried the weight of being a historic first while facing relentless attacks, yet he never lost his dignity, character, or unwavering belief in this nation. A testament to character we should NEVER overlook! Our forever First Family. ๐
๐ฅ: NBC Chicago
The Obama Presidential Center is finally opening!
Tune in today on https://t.co/GYkEOK8EuT starting at 11am CT as Michelle and I share what this moment means to us and celebrate with friends, family, and members of the community in Chicago.
To George and Laura, Bill and Hillary โ we're grateful for your friendship, counsel, and devotion to this country. And to Joe and Jill, thank you for being on this journey with us.
More than 40 years ago, I arrived in Chicago in search of an idea. I was a young man looking for purpose, who believed deeply in America, was inspired by the Civil Rights Movement, and wanted to be a part of something larger. The America I believed in was one where everyone has opportunity, everyone is seen, everyone belongsโbecause that was an America that had a place for me, too.
Donald Trump isn't remotely close to the greatness of the man that Barrack Obama is. I miss the way Obama talked to the American people. I miss having a President with intelligence, empathy and moral values.
Coretta Scott King, Founder of The King Center, on โFace the Nationโ in 1969. Her words are still relevant today. Watch/listen.
Full episode: https://t.co/E2c1YO30P0
#CorettaScottKing#ThenNow#TheKingCenter#MLK
Megan Thee Stallion is the first female rapper to debut at No. 1 on the Billboard Global 200 as a lead/solo artist. This happened with "HISS" (from her album Megan), which debuted atop the chart in early 2024. #blackmusicmonth.