Barack Obama & Misty Copeland On Race, Body Image & Staying Humble | The Influencers | TIME

Former President Barack Obama and prima ballerina Misty Copeland sit down together to discuss race, body image, and how they stay humble.

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Barack Obama & Misty Copeland On Race, Body Image & Staying Humble | The Influencers | TIME

[amitsirjusingh]

A true master at articulating himself and whats on a person's mind

[miameow]

Obama is an amazing human. I'm not even American nor have I ever cared much about any US presidents before, but I would look for Obama interviews because I just like to hear him talk, I always learn something from him. He is just a great role model for ANYONE in this world.

[mrscpjones]

Love you President Obama and Misty
Copeland. Thank you for your service
Mr Obama.

[rawlawgirl]

I cannot recall any other speaker in any field or of any race that has so much grace, dignity, humor, fluidity, and warmth when they speak. His very being inspired me during my years in law school. I sat up straighter in my seat, carried myself with more dignity, an answered my professors' with more confidence even when the courses were kicking my butt. The man was born to be an orator of hope and change. While I did not agree with all of his politics, I surely miss his dignified manner in Washington.

[andrewmaru]

I'll personally miss President Obama, thankful to have lived to see the most influential, intelligent and lovable president in the world. He showered love to the world, brought all religions together. He preached peace and unity....every nation in the world miss Obama.

[SputnikCrisis]

wow, remember when the president spoke in complete sentences? what a time it was

[Brthr]

I'm French, and I wanted him to be my President. I think he is one of the most intelligent, humble and cool human being in the world !

[kutrabilada]

So nice to hear an intelligent articulate gentleman President. So tired of the inarticulate buffoon in the White House.

[afridrd]

He still my president I'm not even an American

[florianhaffner]

And now you voted for a President who speaks like a 8year old kid

[victore.]

That President is truly one of a kind.

[JasonGafar]

Fifty years from now, I will STILL call him president Obama.

[alicegordezky]

What a great interview. Misty Copeland is amazing and shows her healthy body and is true role model. President Obama I miss you. It was great when we had a president who was smart, kind and a role model to the world!

[jesi]

Once in a generation President. We appreciate President Obama.

[James]

I feel bad for the people who have been convinced you have to hate a man because you don't agree w his policies. Some of you are really convinced he's evil and that's hilarious.

[royschmidt]

What role models for society ! Excellence personified. Thank both of you for being and sharing who you are. May there be Peace & Love around the world. 💕

[ken]

This was great. But what really drove it home for me was that last part, where he said, "Thank you, guys" to the crew. Really shows he's genuine and the kindness isn't just a front or act for the camera.

[klasi]

Oh, how I miss this incredibly composed, humane and intelligent man.

[yagoobbashir]

the greatest iconic of all time, Barack Obama. May God bless you and your family.

[aqua-mina]

That prima ballerina bit from Obama was cute! 2:23 😊😊😊