Michelle Obama Talks 'Selfie Queens,' Snapchat and Impact of Obama's Presidency on Black Youth
The impact of Barack Obama's presidency on African-American youth hasn't escaped first lady Michelle Obama as she reflects on the first family's time in the White House.
"I think when it comes to black kids, it means something for them to have spent most of their life seeing the family in the White House look like them. It matters," the first lady tells the October issue of Essence magazine, hitting newsstands Sept. 16, of the Obamas' impact on African-Americans.
And when asked about a notable moment from his presidency, Barack Obama, said, "For me, things like My Brother’s Keeper," referring to an initiative launched in 2014 aimed at empowering boys and young men of color. "That’s something I’m confident we’ll be continuing after we leave."
Essence released excerpts from the Obamas' interview as well as the issue's cover, featuring the couple, Wednesday night. Simultaneously, InStyle magazine released excerpts of an interview in its October issue -- also out Sept. 16 -- with the first lady. She also graces the magazine's cover. Both magazines are published by Time Inc.
