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Donald Trump’s inauguration will make some Americans swell with pride, but millions of African Americans will have a hard time, which is why we decided to look back to better days.

On Jan. 20, , Barack Obama made history when he was sworn in as the first Black president of the United States.

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Alongside his wife and former First Lady, Michelle, his inauguration signified hope for Black America. His two consecutive presidential terms remain unprecedented. As Donald Trump reclaims the White House on Monday, The Root takes a look back on Obama’s momentous day in Washington, D.C.

President Joe Biden worked as Obama’s right hand man for eight years.

Here, is he pictured with wife Jill just before Obama is sworn in.

Barack Obama and wife Michelle stand next to Joe Biden and his wife, Jill, before offic