Obama Presidential Center Opens With Former Presidents in Attendance
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The Obama Presidential Center in Chicago officially opened to the public this week. The dedication ceremony included former Presidents Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, Joe Biden, and Barack Obama. Barack Obama and Michelle Obama delivered speeches during the event. The opening drew a large audience and multiple days of celebrations are planned. The center is located on Chicago's South Side near where the Obamas began his political career. The museum’s exhibits cover both the political and personal lives of the nation’s first Black president and first lady.
What’s verified
The Obama Presidential Center in Chicago officially opened to the public.
Former Presidents Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, Joe Biden, and Barack Obama attended the dedication ceremonies.
Barack Obama and Michelle Obama delivered speeches at the event.
Not yet confirmed
It is unclear from the sources what specific criticisms Barack Obama made of President Donald Trump during his speech, though one source noted Trump was never mentioned by name but his approach was implied.
One source reported that Donald Trump was not invited to the dedication ceremony; this is not confirmed by the second source.
One source reported that the Obamas personally greeted the first 100 visitors and read a book to school children; this is not mentioned by the other source.
The sources do not provide details on the total cost of the center or how it is funded.
Key figures
Barack Obama, former President of the United States
Michelle Obama, former First Lady
Bill Clinton, former President
George W. Bush, former President
Joe Biden, former President
Donald Trump, current President of the United States (mentioned in one source)
Sources: NPR, abcnews.com
