Why is Barack Obama&#039;s 11-year-old comment on Kanye West getting him praised in his candid encounter with Hasan Minhaj

Hasan Minhaj Brings Barack Obama’s 11-Year-Old Kanye West Remark to Commend This One Quality of Ex-US President

Hasan Minhaj Brings Barack Obama’s 11-Year-Old Kanye West Remark to Commend This One Quality of Ex-US President - Netflix Junkie

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Hasan Minhaj Brings Barack Obama’s 11-Year-Old Kanye West Remark to Commend This One Quality of Ex-US President - netflix-junkie

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<p>There&#8217;s no doubt that Hasan Minhaj is a multi-talented individual who wears many hats—comedian, writer, producer, political commentator, actor, and television host. He&#8217;s got quite a diverse background. Being of Indian descent, his comedy takes us on a fascinating journey. Both Indian culture and the ever-evolving American political landscape are a part of his interviews. And one such recent interview of his with the former US President has grabbed much attention.</p>
<p>This interview is one for the books as it has the former US president, Barack Obama, in the hot seat. When you&#8217;ve got a conversation between Hasan Minhaj and Obama, you know it&#8217;s going to be a captivating encounter that demands your undivided attention. Obama delves into a wide range of intriguing subjects. But what truly captured everyone&#8217;s attention was Minhaj&#8217;s mention of Obama&#8217;s previous comment about the one and only <a href="https://www.netflixjunkie.com/tag/kanye-west">Kanye West</a>!</p>
<h2>Hasan praises Obama’s honesty over his comment on Ye</h2>
<p>In the candid conversation, Hasan didn&#8217;t shy away from addressing the elephant in the room &#8211; Obama&#8217;s infamous &#8216;jack*ss&#8217; comment about Kanye West. The air was charged with curiosity as everyone wondered how the former President would respond. But rather, a mischievous smile spread across Obama&#8217;s face, hinting at a captivating story about to unfold.</p>
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<p>He openly acknowledged the ups and downs of his political journey, including moments when frustration got the best of him, leading to the use of explicit language. It was a raw and honest admission, appreciated by Hasan. It shed light on the untold emotional toll that the political landscape can inflict on even the most composed individuals.</p>
<p>Barack Obama also candidly talked about experiencing moments of depression in the interview with Minhaj. In a thought-provoking conversation, Minhaj explored the sensitive subject of depression, recognizing Obama&#8217;s intelligence and subtly questioning the contradiction between his composed demeanor and the potential for inner struggles. With refreshing honesty, Obama acknowledged that he, like everyone else, goes through periods of sadness and introspection.</p>
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<p>But what is the intriguing story behind President Obama&#8217;s candid remark, dubbing Kanye West a &#8216;jack*ss,&#8217; and his courageous exploration of his say on depression?</p>
<h2>The inner story behind Obama&#8217;s Kanye West remark</h2>
<p>Obama didn&#8217;t mince words when he referred to Kanye West&#8217;s infamous outburst at the VMAs 2009, bluntly labeling him a &#8216;jack*ss.&#8217; Obama&#8217;s candid remark offered a glimpse into his unfiltered perspective on the matter. Apparently, Ye’s outburst was a result of Taylor Swift’s win at the VMAs.</p>
<figure id="attachment_116493" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-116493" style="width: 1608px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class="wp-image-116493 size-full lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" data-src="https://image-cdn.netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-486015758.jpg" alt="Kanye West" width="1608" height="1069" data-sizes="auto" data-srcset="https://image-cdn.netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-486015758.jpg 1608w, https://image-cdn.netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-486015758-300x199.jpg 300w, https://image-cdn.netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-486015758-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https://image-cdn.netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-486015758-768x511.jpg 768w, https://image-cdn.netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-486015758-1536x1021.jpg 1536w, https://image-cdn.netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-486015758-370x246.jpg 370w, https://image-cdn.netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-486015758-800x532.jpg 800w, https://image-cdn.netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-486015758-20x13.jpg 20w, https://image-cdn.netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-486015758-185x123.jpg 185w, https://image-cdn.netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-486015758-740x492.jpg 740w, https://image-cdn.netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-486015758-400x266.jpg 400w, https://image-cdn.netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-486015758-1600x1064.jpg 1600w, https://image-cdn.netflixjunkie.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-486015758-72x48.jpg 72w" sizes="(max-width: 1608px) 100vw, 1608px" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-116493" class="wp-caption-text">LOS ANGELES, CA &#8211; AUGUST 30: Vanguard Award winner Kanye West speaks onstage during the 2015 MTV Video Music Awards at Microsoft Theater on August 30, 2015 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>
<p>Ye dashed on the stage, snatched the microphone from her, and said, Beyonce had the best videos of all time. The news back then caused quite a stir as he went ahead to steal Swift&#8217;s win, definitely forcing the then President to use explicit language for the rapper.</p>
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<p>Indeed, the former President’s honesty is praiseworthy. What is your take on Obama’s comment on Ye? Let us know in the comments below.</p>


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