doi:10.7916/t6ff-5r11Oral history interview with Neil Abercrombie, 2022Abercrombie, Neiloral historiesmixed materialPresidents--FamilyPresidents--United StatesPresidents--Inauguration.--United StatesIraq War, 2003-2011Hawaii Politics and governmentAbercrombie, NeilObama, BarackNeil Abercrombie discusses his relation to Obama's parents and emphasizes the influence that Obama's father had on his persona. He recalls Obama's earnestness and charisma throughout his political career, having witnessed his early loss to Bobby Rush and campaigned for Obama's presidency. He recalls the inauguration day as a joyous occasion, remembering the inspirational message of hope and change. Additionally, Abercrombie reminisces on Obama's political career, touching on the difficulties of the Iraq war and the tension between Democrats and Republicans throughout his time as president. He considers Obama "hapa" and reaffirms Michelle Obama's thought that one can't really understand President Obama until one understands Hawaii