Former US President Barack Obama celebrates 100 years of Black history with a heartfelt video on social media.
Taking to Instagram on Sunday, February 1, the first African American president of the United States shared a heartfelt video to pay tribute to the Black people and leaders who contributed to the history of strengthening the country as he declared, “Black history has been American history.”
The Democrat wrote, “Black History Month is a time to recognize the lived, shared experience of all Black folks who have fundamentally shaped, challenged, and ultimately strengthened America. It’s about taking an unvarnished look at the past so that we can create a better future.”
“As we mark 100 years of celebrating Black history, let’s honor the sacrifices of the leaders who came before us and recommit ourselves to continuing their work,” he added.
Giving credit to the Black people for the American history in the video that included clips of his 2016 address, Obama highlighted that it was the Black slaves who carried stones to build the White House and soldiers who fought for independence.
The 64-year-old said that the African Americans have shaped the American culture in music, art, literature, and sports.
Former First Lady Michelle Obama explained that Black History Month is to celebrate people who have “shaped our heritage” and struggled for the rights and freedom of the Black people.
The video featured civil rights activist Martin Luther King Jr., singer-songwriter Stevie Wonder, former basketball star Michael Jordan, novelist Toni Morrison, voting rights activist and author Stacey Abrams, and community volunteer Virginia Lugenia McLaurin.
African American or Black History Month is celebrated every year from February 1 till March 1 to “honor the too-often neglected accomplishments of Black Americans.”
