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  "textContent": "In the lead up to the formal opening of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, former US president Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama revealed their first dual portrait on June 15. The portrait was created by Nigerian-born artist Njideka Akunyili Crosby, who currently resides in Los Angeles. Titled The Obamas: Springing Forth, […]",
  "title": "Barack and Michelle Obama Unveil First Dual Portrait Painted By Artist Njideka Akunyili Crosby"
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