former president of the united states barack obama He dismissed the possibility of a return to electoral politics and humorously suggested that such a move could jeopardize his marriage to former first lady Michelle Obama. In a podcast interview with political commentator Brian Taylor Cohen, obama said he no longer considered himself a politician.
In an interview made public on Saturday, Obama said, “First of all, I’m not a politician anymore, and I can’t be one.”
Going further, obama Recognizing that while the law may technically allow him to run for certain offices, he has no intention of reentering electoral politics. He also quipped that personal factors influenced his decision.
“I believe in the Constitution and I believe in my marriage. If I try to run again, Michelle will divorce me,” he said.
Netizens react to Barack Obama’s statement
Meanwhile, some people reacted to the tongue-in-cheek humor on social media, with one commenting on X: “Michelle hates politics and always has. Haha.”
Another user said: “Obama would run a marathon if Michelle divorced him.”
“Then run Michelle! She is qualified!!!” said a third person.
Another said: “Well, there is only one way to solve this problem: President Michelle.”
Barack Obama wants young people to redefine American institutions
The former president said his priorities have changed since leaving the White House, placing more emphasis on life outside of elected office. Barak mentioned that he and Michelle Obama There is now a greater focus on mentoring and motivating young people.
Barak asserted that major political changes in the United States must come from the younger generation. He believes that people in their 20s and 30s will be the ones to redefine state institutions and drive future reforms.
“The change will come from people in their 20s and 30s. They will reshape our institutions,” he said.
