Obama surprises classroom of schoolchildren in Chicago

Barack Obama dropped by a Chicago school to spread some Christmas cheer among a classroom of youngsters, reading to them and handing out presents. The former president made his surprise appearance at Parkside Community on Tuesday, dressed in a festive hat and carrying a large red sack, and declaring “I am skinny Santa”. The school is in the same area where the Obama Presidential Center is due to open in 2025. Watch more on Independent TV: Click here to subscribe to The Independent: About The Independent: Making Change Happen. The Independent is the world’s most free-thinking newsbrand, providing global news, commentary and analysis for the independently-minded. Connect with The Independent: Check out our full video catalog: Videos, daily editorial and more: Click here to get the best of The Independent daily: