DNC Chair: 'Barack married up'

During an interview with Alex Wagner on the floor of the Democratic National Convention, DNC Chair Jaime Harrison joked that Barack Obama "married up" in his marriage with Michelle Obama.


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[badvibesonly]

"He married up just like i did" is so sweet

[AL-fljk]

Imagine saying that about one of the most distinguished, accomplished and impressive people on the planet… and still be right 😂

[joshlyons]

“Most men do” Ok. I’m single, I’m not offended but I felt that 😂

[jimlane]

Wow, that reporter gave him some snaps!

[wwilliambrayboy]

As always she was very stunning and I guess he was ok, too😂😂😂😂They always seem to FIT EACH OTHER WHEN THEY ARE TOGETHER.

[roseofsharon]

Melania has never felt love like this. That embrace on the stage was oh so lovely 😍

[gardenstateknicks]

You know Matt Walsh and Ben Shapiro are gonna be triggered by this 😂

[Serenity-ivqh]

Brother, I love your attitude in life. When you are married up, you have to understand that you will get second place in public attention. And that's alright .

[Toni-zn]

I remember back in the Kennedys' presidency, how we thought of them as "our royalty". Now we have Barack and Michelle to fill that position. We couldn't have any better. We need people to look up to and admire and know they are there for our country's best interests. Long may they live.

[jasprerph]

It was the best DNC ever !!! Energetic, fun and positive ! Lots of great music ! Energized people and amazing speeches ! ❤❤❤

[cbeautifulworld]

They seem equally matched yet it was a sweet thing for him to say.

[SummerSolstice]

Its true. President Obama was great, but Michelle was PHENOMENAL!! 🇺🇸💙

[dmiles]

Both Michelle and President Obama were just as perfect as we knew they would be.😅❤

[catalinacurio]

Michelle’s dress is stunning, especially as she’s wearing it. 😊🇺🇸🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿💙

[alona]

I’m so old fashioned. I feel weird when people say Barack like they’re best friends and he isn’t the former President of the United States. Just hits my spirit wrong 😂😅

[esthervegesina]

" Hope is making a come back!"
Great speech indeed!
America is breathing easier. No more embassment as an American!

[lisandrapagan]

Those Obamas are àn amazing couple and the epitome of a great marriage! Beautiful family! Love their girls!

[invisibleninjasalt]

Where's the comment giving him his crown for acknowledging that he married up as well, therefore complimenting his wife!!! It's nice cause while he's innocently simping over Michelle like we all are, he showed respect to his wife! ❤❤❤

[DianeSullivan-obsr]

I miss President Obama. Such a warm and kind man and one of our greatest presidents.

[annasheerazi]

Never watch conventions but last enjoyed Michelle speech great lady