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Barack Obama in the Trump Era

Barack Obama in the Trump Era

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The contributing writer Peter Slevin met with Barack Obama at the new Obama Presidential Center, which opens next month, in Chicago, and asked him the question on a lot of Democrats’ minds: Where is he, and why isn’t he doing more to help the country in a moment of crisis? Slevin shares excerpts from his interview, during which Obama explains the limits of his role, and why he should no longer be the figurehead for his party. Slevin also speaks with David Remnick about why the famously optimistic President has lost some of his confidence in the American prospect. “I would be dishonest if I didn’t acknowledge that,” Obama admitted. Further reading:
  • “Barack Obama Considers His Role in the Age of Trump,” by Peter Slevin
  • “Presidents’ Days: From Obama to Trump,” by David Remnick
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