National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony 2013

12/09/2013

President Obama delivers remarks at the National Christmas Tree Lighting and Michelle Obama reads "T'was the Night Before Christmas."

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01:56

Mandela's Impact on HIV/AIDS Awareness

Alfre Woodard and Sharon Gelman talk about Nelson Mandela's work on HIV/AIDS awareness in South Africa.
12/05/2013
01:33

Remembering Mandela's Release From Jail

Alfre Woodard talks about the historic moment when Nelson Mandela was released from Robben Island.
12/05/2013
01:25

Blair Underwood on African Activism

Blair Underwood and Alfre Woodard talk about their work with Artists for a Free South Africa.
12/05/2013
01:57

Nelson Mandela: 1918-2013

Former South African president and activist Nelson Mandela has died.
12/05/2013
02:10

First Lady Obama Reflects on Meeting Nelson Mandela

What happens when two Black leaders meet? Michelle Obama discusses how Mandela made an impact on her life.
12/05/2013
02:16

World Leaders Pay Tribute to Nelson Mandela

How do world leaders remember the man known as the father of democracy?
12/05/2013
04:08

Thank You Mandela for All You've Done

People of different ethnicities, genders and creeds give thanks to Nelson Mandela in NYC.
12/06/2013
02:56

"I Never Thought I'd Cry So Much"

People gathered at Madiba's restaurant in Brooklyn to wish Nelson Mandela farewell.
12/06/2013
03:11

Former Ambassador to South Africa Remembers Mandela

When Jendayi Frazer served as U.S. Ambassador to South Africa, she witnessed Nelson Mandela's dignity as a leader first-hand.
12/06/2013
02:03

Mourners From Near and Far Commemorate Mandela

From the streets of South Africa to city centers around the U.S., Mandela supporters find ways to pay their respects.
12/06/2013
10:10

National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony 2013

President Obama delivers remarks at the National Christmas Tree Lighting and Michelle Obama reads "T'was the Night Before Christmas."
12/09/2013
01:35

Funeral Preparations Underway for Nelson Mandela

Mandela supporters eagerly get ready for what promises to be the largest memorial service gathering in decades.
12/09/2013
02:49

President Obama Memorializes Madiba

President Obama said in a speech, "We will never see the likes of Nelson Mandela again."
12/10/2013
03:02

The Mandela Family Pays Tribute

How do you say farewell to a cherished loved one? The Mandela family answers the question at Madiba's memorial service.
12/10/2013
02:36

A Final Farewell to Nelson Mandela

Tens of thousands show up to commemorate the life of freedom-fighter Nelson Mandela.
12/10/2013
01:42

10 Days of Mourning for Nelson Mandela

A prayer service held in Harlem, New York, for Nelson Mandela brought hundreds to reflect on his legacy.
12/10/2013
02:03

Mandela Mourners Rush Barricade

As people continue to mourn the death of Nelson Mandela, anxious crowd rushes the barricade.
12/13/2013
02:37

Nelson Mandela's Coffin Taken in Procession

Huge crowds file past Nelson Mandela's body in Pretoria.
12/13/2013
07:10

Top Ten Civil Rights Moments of 2013 - Part 1

Because it's been a year of milestones and meltdowns, we gathered the top ten civil rights moments of 2013.
12/20/2013
06:18

Top Ten Civil Rights Moments of 2013 - Part 2

Throughout our history, the battle against injustice has been hard-fought. This year has been no different.
12/20/2013
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03:43

President's Weekly Address: The President and First Lady Wish Everyone a Happy Holiday Season

President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama wish everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays.
12/26/2013
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