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President Obama and First Lady to speak at SXSW

March 3, 2016 10:02

President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama are set to speak at South buy South West.

The announcement:

First Appearance at the Internationally-Recognized Event in Austin, TX for President Barack Obama at SXSW Interactive and First Lady Michelle Obama at SXSW Music

AUSTIN, TEXAS (March 2, 2016) — South by Southwest® (SXSW®) is honored to announce President Barack Obama will appear as part of a Keynote Conversation at SXSW Interactive on Friday, March 11 and First Lady Michelle Obama will be the opening Keynote at SXSW Music on Wednesday, March 16. This marks the first time in the 30-year history of SXSW that a sitting President and the First Lady have participated in the event, which is known for showcasing the most innovative ideas and creative talent of our time.

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