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Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness: Schaffer Talks Larry David, Obama, and Historic Sketch Comedy
entertainment14 days ago

Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness: Schaffer Talks Larry David, Obama, and Historic Sketch Comedy

Jeff Schaffer talks about HBO’s limited series Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness, a Barack Obama–executive‑produced historical sketch show in which Larry David roams American history in Curb Your Enthusiasm–style bits. The project, born at the Obamas’ request to celebrate the 250th anniversary, uses outline-based writing, on‑location shooting and period costumes to reimagine events (e.g., Lincoln eras, Gettysburg Address) with a comedic twist. Obama’s input was helpful but not prescriptive, and Schaffer hints at more history-driven work with Larry David in the future.

via Variety|
#entertainment#hbo#jeff-schaffer
Obama Presidential Center Sparks Debate: Library or Activism Campus?
politics19 days ago

Obama Presidential Center Sparks Debate: Library or Activism Campus?

The opening of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago has critics arguing it isn’t a traditional presidential library but an activism-focused campus run by the Obama Foundation; it houses a museum about Obama’s presidency while his records are stored elsewhere, sits on Jackson Park public land under a long 99-year lease, and has sparked concerns about public trust, financing safeguards, and whether the project serves as a memorial or a political operation.

via Fox News|
#activism#obama#obama-presidential-center
Obama Center opens in Chicago as Obamas greet first visitors
world21 days ago

Obama Center opens in Chicago as Obamas greet first visitors

Barack and Michelle Obama welcomed the first visitors to the Barack Obama Presidential Center in Chicago on opening day, with the tower’s design symbolizing four hands joining in solidarity and featuring an excerpt from Obama’s 2015 Selma speech; the AP reports the center’s mission to house the Obama Foundation’s programs and preserve the former president’s legacy.

via AP News|
#barack-obama#barack-obama-presidential-center#chicago
Chicago opens Obama Center with star power and a subtle rebuke to Trump
politics22 days ago

Chicago opens Obama Center with star power and a subtle rebuke to Trump

The Barack Obama Presidential Center opened in Chicago with a star-studded ceremony that celebrated democratic values and bipartisanship, featuring performances by major artists and appearances by former presidents and other leaders. Barack and Michelle Obama used the moment to praise American ideals and, in a pointed but non-explicit way, critique Donald Trump, while attendees across party lines highlighted a hopeful, civic-minded vision for democracy.

via The Guardian|
#chicago#democracy#obama
Obama Presidential Center opens in Chicago with star-studded ceremony and democratic messages
world22 days ago

Obama Presidential Center opens in Chicago with star-studded ceremony and democratic messages

Former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama opened the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago’s Jackson Park, attending with ex-presidents George W. Bush, Bill Clinton and Joe Biden, while Donald Trump was not invited. The privately funded $850 million complex blends a museum, library and community hub, featuring a replica Oval Office, park space, a playground, recording studio and performances by artists like Jennifer Hudson and John Legend. Obama framed the center as a living celebration of community, art and democracy, but critics warned of cost overruns, delays and concerns about gentrification on the South Side.

via BBC|
#celebrities#chicago#gentrification
Malia and Sasha Step Into the Spotlight as Obama Center Opens in Chicago
lifestyle22 days ago

Malia and Sasha Step Into the Spotlight as Obama Center Opens in Chicago

At the Obama Presidential Center dedication in Chicago, former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama were joined by their daughters, Malia (27) and Sasha (25), for a rare joint appearance that underscored the family’s lasting legacy. The 19-acre Jackson Park campus drew thousands and featured performances by Stevie Wonder, Bruce Springsteen, Bono and Jennifer Hudson. Malia, now making her mark in film and directing under the name Malia Ann, and Sasha, who earned a sociology degree from USC and has kept a relatively private profile, have largely stepped away from the public political spotlight since the White House years.

via TODAY.com|
#chicago#lifestyle#malia-obama
Obama Center in Chicago redefines the presidential center as a civic campus
culture26 days ago

Obama Center in Chicago redefines the presidential center as a civic campus

Opening in Jackson Park, the Obama Presidential Center functions as a multi-building civic campus—museum, public library branch, park, restaurant and extensive art program—designed to prioritize community engagement and democratic participation over a traditional on-site presidential archive, with administration records stored digitally off-site; at about $850 million it’s the priciest presidential center yet, sparking debate about privatizing historical narratives and how access to archives will be managed, while aiming to remain deeply community-focused.

via Chicago Tribune|
#architecture#art#chicago
Obama warns bombing isn’t path to a better Iran deal, urges patient diplomacy
world26 days ago

Obama warns bombing isn’t path to a better Iran deal, urges patient diplomacy

Former President Barack Obama told ABC that the U.S. cannot “bomb” its way to a better Iran deal, warning that any new agreement may be far worse than the 2015 deal and is unlikely to be markedly different from the one in place before 2018; he emphasizes diplomacy over force, though acknowledges that a forceful approach can sometimes seem appealing.

via Salon.com|
#diplomacy#iran#nuclear-deal
A Digital Tour of the Obama Presidential Center Ahead of Juneteenth Opening
culture27 days ago

A Digital Tour of the Obama Presidential Center Ahead of Juneteenth Opening

Chicago's Obama Presidential Center opens to the public on Juneteenth with a fully digital, interactive museum featuring an Oval Office replica, ballgowns, a new library, and public spaces like a basketball court and grills; most of the 20-acre campus is free, though the museum tower costs $30, as officials say the center aims to be accessible to as many people as possible.

via Capitol News Illinois|
#chicago#culture#digital-museum
Obama Presidential Center opens as a digital-first, community-focused museum in Chicago
culture1 month ago

Obama Presidential Center opens as a digital-first, community-focused museum in Chicago

Opening Juneteenth, the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago unveils an $850 million, nearly 20-acre campus that prioritizes a fully digital, paper-free museum experience. Highlights include a life-sized Oval Office replica, a basketball court, a garden and grills, a reading room with thousands of books, and personal touches like ballgowns and fabric swatches. Exhibits cover Obama’s campaigns, the Affordable Care Act, immigration, and notable moments such as Obama singing in 2015. The center blends art and reflection with public space and community programs; most of the campus is free, while four floors of the museum tower require tickets, at $30, making it one of the costlier presidential museums in the U.S. The facility aims to be accessible, educational, and a space for civic engagement rather than a traditional archive.

via PBS|
#chicago#culture#digital-museum