Barack Obama Twitter

Say What? White House Uses Twitter, FTW!

Christina Bellantoni | Posted 08.31.2009 | Media


Christina Bellantoni

In a first that should be noted in the presidential archives, the White House on Friday used the Twitter feed to announce to more than 726,000 followers that Obama is holding a press conference Wednesday night.

POTUS' Twitter Feed Reactivated

Christina Bellantoni | Posted 04.25.2009 | Politics


Christina Bellantoni

The Barack Obama Twitter feed just posted a link to the WhiteHouse.gov online townhall forum, planned for Thursday.

Global Twitterati React to Passing of Obama's Grandmother

Jillian York | Posted 12.05.2008 | Home


Jillian York

Before the blogosphere had a chance to react, the Twittersphere jumped on the story. A Kenyan wrote: "Pole sana Obama. Condolences to your fam. RIP 'toot' (his granny)."

Live-Tweeting The Speech Around The World

Jillian York | Posted 09.29.2008 | Home


Jillian York

As the speech begins, Twitters from everywhere go up. African Twitter users are having fun translating Obama's trademark phrase "Yes We Can" into different African languages.

Obama Website Design Inspires Young Artists Support and Votes

Kristin Gorski | Posted 04.08.2008 | Home


Kristin Gorski

"By placing such an emphasis on building a visually appealing brand, Obama is validating the importance of design in communication. This in turn builds support from the design community, who might feel that a design-conscious candidate best represents their personal beliefs," Aw says.

Politweets - All the News That's Fit to "Tweet"

Kristin Gorski | Posted 03.28.2008 | Home


Kristin Gorski

While traditional media outlets excel in wordiness during election season, one social media outlet proudly flaunts its brevity. Twitter is a free "mic...