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Health Thanks, Obama! ACA Turns 12, Improving Health for Millions in NC

Despite coming under attack from Republicans, Obamacare is popular for giving those with pre-existing conditions access to healthcare. 

Sarah Ovaska Sarah Ovaska March 25, 2022 11:37 am EDT
Elections President Obama delivers his 2020 DNC speech in support of Joe Biden.
Elections READ: The Full Transcript of President Obama’s DNC 2020 Speech Last Night

President Obama delivered a powerful speech on the third night of the 2020 DNC. In it, he called out President Trump's handling of everything from police brutality to the pandemic, making the case for a Biden-Harris ticket.

Kyle Valenta Kyle Valenta August 20, 2020 10:54 am EDT
Commentary Former President Barack Obama acknowledges the crowd after addressing services for the late Rep. John Lewis, D-Ga., at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta, Thursday, July 30, 2020. (Image via AP, Pool)
Commentary Gene Nichol: When Obama Talked About Voter Suppression, He Was Talking About NC’s Sins

Gene Nichol, the NC anti-poverty crusader, writes how today's voter suppression sins came up in President Obama’s eulogy of John Lewis.

Gene Nichol Gene Nichol August 12, 2020 4:33 pm EDT
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Coronavirus Why Obama’s 2020 Commencement Speech Means So Much to High School Seniors

Obama’s office acknowledged that requests for him to speak played a role in his decision to address graduating seniors.

Keya Vakil Keya Vakil May 11, 2020 3:49 pm EDT

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