Overview

Barack Obama launched into our national consciousness at the 2004 Democratic National Convention and ever since, he's delivered messages of patriotism, unity, and hope through the power of words. But of all the speeches he's given, six in particular may define his legacy as, in historian Doris Kearns Goodwin's words, "one of the best writers and orators in the presidency." Interviews with eminent historians and key figures in his writing process give rare insights into these iconic speeches, as well as the Obama presidency and the man himself.

Cast

Jesse Williams, David Axelrod, Douglas Brinkley, Jon Favreau, Doris Kearns Goodwin, Valerie Jarrett, Clark Judge, Cody Keenan

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What is "The Obama Years: The Power of Words" about?

Barack Obama launched into our national consciousness at the 2004 Democratic National Convention and ever since, he's delivered messages of patriotism, unity, and hope through the power of words. But of all the speeches he's given, six in particular may define his legacy as, in historian Doris Kearns Goodwin's words, "one of the best writers and orators in the presidency." Interviews with eminent historians and key figures in his writing process give rare insights into these iconic speeches, as well as the Obama presidency and the man himself.

When was "The Obama Years: The Power of Words" released?

The Obama Years: The Power of Words was released in 2017.

Who stars in "The Obama Years: The Power of Words"?

The cast includes Jesse Williams, David Axelrod, Douglas Brinkley, Jon Favreau.