Final Thought...

I really enjoyed this clip on Michelle Obama. I think it shows us the kind of woman that she is and what she will contribute to our country. I really admire people who stay true to themselves and don’t forget where they come from. I wish for Michelle Obama to do great things with the opportunity that has come her way. After watching this video, I can tell that Michelle is genuine about the work that she does. I was glad to hear that the Obama’s plan to continue to raise their girls in the same way before the election. I think it is awesome that these girls will have to continue to do things for themselves like make their own beds instead of being waited on hand and foot. If you look at the way that Jenna and Barbara Bush have behaved in the last eight years, you can tell that these girls probably never had to do things for themselves. Even if Barrack Obama doesn’t get out of our economic rut, I believe that he and his family will make change in how we think of others and what we can do. All we can do is ask for change in the future even if it takes some time.

Week 11: Michelle Obama

The December 1, 2008 issue of Newsweek had an interesting article on Michelle Obama. The article touched mostly on the image of Mrs. Obama and the stereotypes that African American women face. Obama has had a lot of experience living like a white woman, but she still knows who she is and where she came from. Michelle still thinks of herself as the little black girl from the South Side of Chicago.
At the age of 44, she will be the youngest First Lady since Jacquline Kennedy, who still remains to be a fashion icon. During the campaign, Michelle Obama pulled out her Jackie O. pearls to appear less like a strong, loud black woman. During this historical moment, all eyes will be on Michelle from the type of work she will do to the outfits she decides to wear. If you get a chance, check out the article.