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 worlds most freethinking newsbrand, providing global news, commentary and analysis for the independentlyminded. 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: