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These U.S. first ladies made their mark during their stays at the White House.

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  • First Ladies
    First Ladies

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    These U.S. first ladies made their mark during their stays at the White House.

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  • Deconstructing History: White House
    Deconstructing History: White House

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    It may not have been home to the president until 1800 or even called the White House until 1901, but it remains a symbol of freedom and democracy throughout the world.

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  • Minorities in Politics
    Minorities in Politics

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    In this video of Path to the Podium, minorities in politics are discussed. The first of their races in political positions, and their importance to our society. From Martin Luther King Jr. to Barack Obama, this clip includes a wide variety.

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  • Veterans Day: The First Lady and Dr. Jill Biden
    Veterans Day: The First Lady and Dr. Jill Biden

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    First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden tell us about supporting veterans on Veterans Day.

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  • Becoming A Candidate: Barack Obama
    Becoming A Candidate: Barack Obama

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    Barack Obama speaks at the 2004 Democratic National Convention and is launched onto the national political stage. After winning a seat in the US Senate, he enters the Democratic race for the White House.

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  • Inaugural Address: Barack H. Obama
    Inaugural Address: Barack H. Obama

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    An excerpt from Barack H. Obama's inaugural address on Tuesday, January 20, 2009.

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  • Path to the Podium: Barack Obama
    Path to the Podium: Barack Obama

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    Follow Barack Obama's political journey from his early years to the White House.

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  • Obama Makes History
    Obama Makes History

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    President Barack Obama was elected the first African-American president of the United States on November 5, 2008, transcending centuries of inequality in America.

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  • Barack Obama: Harvard
    Barack Obama: Harvard

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    A look at the events of Barack Obama's childhood and youth that influenced and shaped him into the person he is today.

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  • Barack Obama The Politician
    Barack Obama The Politician

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    Barack Obama's rise in politics from his first step into the public sphere to being elected State Senator of Illinois.

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  • Becoming Barack Obama
    Becoming Barack Obama

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    A look at the events of Barack Obama's childhood and youth that influenced and shaped him into the person he is today.

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  • Presidential Fun Facts
    Presidential Fun Facts

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    The Oval Office has been filled with extraordinary presidents, but did you know about these not-so-famous firsts?

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    Barack Obama

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    The 44th president of the United States, Barack Obama was elected in 2008 and is the first African American to hold the office.

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  • Presidents and Their Children
    Presidents and Their Children

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    First families have shared the public spotlight with each president of the United States.

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  • Black Women in Politics
    Black Women in Politics

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    View images of famous female African American politicians and activists.

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  • Washington, D.C.
    Washington, D.C.

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    The capital of the United States, Washington, D.C., is home to many of the country's most iconic landmarks, including the White House, the Washington Monument and the U.S. Capitol.

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    Illinois

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    View pictures from the state of Illinois on History. See images of famous locations that represent the state.

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