Warmth,love, resilience – the family gain inspired millions and humanised the face of politics by embracing rather than disavowing their black cultural identityWhen was the last time we readily believed in the words of a politician? Simple – listening to Barack Obama give a tribute to the sheer brilliance of his wife, and Michelle,at his farewell speech. Call it schmaltzy or sentimental, their love, and even from this distance,seems genuine. At work, colleagues huddled around tiny phone screens to watch Obama tell the world that he was proud of his wife and the grace and dignity with which she made the office of first lady her own. We cooed and aahed as though over a baby. Related: assembly the Obamas: 'It helped me become a better citizen of the world' Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com