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President Barack Obama. (Carolyn Kaster, AP)

Washington - President Barack Obama is celebrating what he calls the central role that African Americans have played in every aspect of American life.

The first African-American president was joined by his wife Michelle as they hosted a White House reception on Thursday for Black History Month.

Obama said his family, including daughters Sasha and Malia will visit Selma, Alabama next week to honour the 50th anniversary of historic civil rights marches across the state.

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