Served as EVP, Public Policy/Digital Opportunity, Comcast. POTUS 44 Cabinet Secretary. Obama Fdn. Board, Dad, Hubby, UMich & HC Alum. Professor UM Law
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For generations, public service has been a path to economic opportunity for Black Americans. @wapo found Black federal employment fell 30% by the end of '25. Thousands were disproportionately affected by DOGE cuts & assaults on “DEI.” Unjust & heartless. washingtonpost.com/nation/20…
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When Washington retreats from environmental enforcement, where does the opportunity to act shift? @UMichLaw’s Environmental & Energy Law Program explored the tools still available to #Michigan & beyond. michigan.law.umich.edu/news/…
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When President Obama awarded Dolores Huerta the Medal of Freedom in 2012, it was an enduring recognition of her extraordinary work in the labor movement. A lifetime mission demonstrating that the dignity of work & economic mobility are inseparable. nytimes.com/2026/10/28/us/do…
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“They can try to rig the maps, but maps do not vote. People do.” - Justin Pearson. This @NewYorker piece on his campaign in TN is a reminder that Black, rural & working-class communities often share many concerns about economic security & opportunity #Vote newyorker.com/news/the-lede/…
My @UMichLaw colleague Richard Primus’ book began with questioning a principle he had long taught as conventional wisdom. Now it's a runner-up for the '26 Scribes @legalscribes Book Award. Well-deserved recognition & another proud moment for #Michigan Law. michigan.law.umich.edu/news/…
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Looking forward to joining students and leaders tomorrow, Oct. 30, at @UMich's inaugural Impact Investing, Consulting & Philanthropy Summit. Important conversations about putting capital, leadership & ideas to work expanding opportunity and impact. Great to join Meghan Chapple!
What an unforgettable surprise for these young men—a visit from President Obama at the OPC. For more than a decade, @MBK_Alliance has worked to ensure boys and young men know they are seen, valued & supported. The excitement on their faces here shows why that mission matters.
Last week, President Obama met with young leaders from the @MBK_Alliance the Obama Presidential Center. They shared more about the work they’re doing at school, their goals for the future, and even gave me an update on their class elections. Take a look!
One of the great things about being back at @UMichLaw is being surrounded by colleagues tackling the toughest challenges facing our democracy. My friend, Prof Barbara McQuade offers important perspectives on election security, AI & protecting voting rights news.umich.edu/midterm-elect…
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Lonnie Bunch has called the Smithsonian a “national classroom” where all Americans can better understand our shared history. As he prepares to step down, I’m ever grateful for his insistence on telling the full American story. A remarkable legacy. ICYMI: smithsonianmag.com/blogs/air…
Great to see @UMichAthletics celebrate the women who are shaping sports today, and creating more opportunities for the next generation to compete, lead, and thrive. #GoBlue!
Sending a special thank you to everyone who made last night's Elevate HER Summit a night to remember!
» MGoBlue.com/ElevateHer
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A lot worth considering here about how #HigherEd across the country is preparing students for an uncertain workforce. The future may be hard to predict, but experiences, relationships, adaptability and critical thinking will always matter: insidehighered.com/news/stud…
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.@UMichLaw 3L Ben Korn & the Environmental & Energy Law Program brought climate law out of the classroom and into the magnificent Law Quad for #ClimateWeek. Great reminder that communicating complex legal issues means meeting people where they are. #GoBlue michigan.law.umich.edu/news/…
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Make no mistake, the National Archives are part of our public infrastructure & democracy. I support this new collaboration between @ObamaFoundation & NARA as a resource for those curious about our documented history. The integrity of how we preserve & understand the past matters.
The Obama Foundation and @usnatarchives (NARA) have a new, joint effort to give the public even greater access and understanding of the work of President Obama’s administration.
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As a college sports fan and music lover, I appreciated this perspective on the role of athletics in university life. As college sports evolve, keeping the educational mission and student experience at the center matters. From @gerry_cadava in @TheAtlantic. theatlantic.com/ideas/2026/0…
Congrats to Professor Len Niehoff on his John W. Reed Award from @MIStateBar, recognizing the lasting influence of legal educators on the profession. Another proud moment for @UMichLaw michigan.law.umich.edu/news/… #MichiganLaw
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Michigan’s Latino population grew 30% from 2012–2024, and Latino-owned businesses support 36K+ jobs. But growth doesn’t guarantee economic mobility. @BrookingsInst looks at what that means for Michigan’s economic future: brookings.edu/articles/latin…
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Three @UMichLaw students spent part of their summer doing something every future lawyer should have the opportunity to do: step outside the familiar and learn how another legal system operates. Proud to see Wolverines representing #UMichLaw in Tanzania. michigan.law.umich.edu/news/…
What an extraordinary first 100 days for the @TheObamaCent. 175K visitors from 50 states plus D.C., P.R. & other territories, & 39 countries. It is deeply meaningful to see the vision President and Mrs. Obama had becoming a reality on Chicago’s South Side. obama.org/press-releases/oba…
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Hiring vets isn’t about checking a box. It’s about recognizing the leadership, adaptability, and experience they bring. New @WSJ reporting on veteran hiring is a stark reminder that there’s still work to do in this arena: wsj.com/business/the-u-s-wan…
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