
Barack Obama Shares Bold Move Only He Is 'Stupid Enough' To Attempt
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The former president and his wife Michelle Obama gave rousing speeches at the second night of the Democratic National Convention.
Barack Obama did something brave on Tuesday night at the Democratic National Convention: he followed Michelle Obama’s dynamite address.
Taking the stage to deafening applause after his wife’s introduction, the former president waited and waited for the audience to quieten.
“Chicago, it’s good to be home,” he eventually began. “I don’t know about you but I’m feeling fired up!”
“I am feeling ready to go, even if I am the only person stupid enough to speak after Michelle Obama,” he added.
Speaking for more than 20 minutes in the penultimate slot of the night, Michelle Obama brought down the house with her remarks. She spoke of the “the contagious power of hope,” threw in clever jabs at Republican nominee Donald Trump, and called voters to action, leading attendees in chants of “do something!”













