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Michelle Obama
Michelle LaVaughn Robinson Obama is the first African-American First Lady of the United States of America and is the wife of Barack Obama, the 44th President of the United States. An advocate for poverty awareness and healthy diet, she has become a role model for women as well as a fashion icon. She has two daughters, Malia and Sasha.
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What major contributions did Michelle Obama make?
First Lady Michele Obama's Initiatives and Contributions
In January, 2010, Michelle Obama announced her initiative to reduce childhood obesity through the "Lets Move! Program. Childhood obesity and the health problems that obesity causes is one of Mrs. Obama's signature initiatives. The Let's Move philosophy is firmly in line with Physicians who have for a long time encouraged physical activity to reduce weight. Even simple walking can help shed pounds.
As part of this interest, Mrs. Obama recognizes that fruits and vegetables in the daily diets of children and adults is often lacking when a child becomes obese, especially in low income families because fresh fruits and vegetables are more costly than "white carbohydrate" mainstays like pasta, potatoes, and rice. She was the first First Lady in many years to re-plant a vegetable garden on the White House property. School children are brought to the garden to learn about vegetables, how they are planted, how they grow, how they are harvested, etc. Sadly, some inner city children do not know the names of common vegetables, have not seen any (unless they are in cans), and many kids had never tasted vegetables like squash etc.
Possibly as a result of her interactions with school children at the garden, Mrs. Obama, along with Surgeon General Regina Benjamin and Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack, announced that the diagram "My Plate" will replace the traditional "Food pyramid" that has been in use for decades. Most dietitians and professionals in medicine and nursing have long thought that the traditional triangular shaped with multi- "levels" Food Pyramid is simply confusing to most people. The "My Plate" change seeks to simplify the daily requirements from the different food groups. Additionally, because the My Plate image is divided into 4 unequal areas, it is much easier to see just how much of your dinner plate should contain which food groups. The largest 'area' on the plate is vegetables-- which we've all needed in the daily allowance of food consumed but which most of us do not eat each day.
While this initiative may not seem very important, that may only be because the problem is SO huge. Other first ladies have tackled complex problems, and often did not get the recognition they deserved for trying to solve large problems. For example, the 'second' Mrs. Bush-- Laura Bush-- took on the initiative of reading and literacy. She hoped to help the problem of illiteracy. While illiteracy remains a significant problem in the US, especially among immigrants and school drop-outs, Mrs. Bush made a considerable effort to bring literacy and the long reaching effects of illiteracy into the spotlight. Mrs. Obama's successes with Let's Move and My Plate, in a similar comparison to other initiatives made by First Ladies, may not be seen in the general community for many years or even decades. But, if her initiatives encourage even 10% of Americans and America's children to eat better, exercise more, and to lose weight, she will have made a significant impact on today's children. And when children learn these principles early, they have a greater likelihood to pass these lessons on to their own children.
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Mrs. Obama is also interested in military families and the issues they face. From selections of Internet articles, it seems military families also like and respect Mrs. Obama.
Michele Obama has been favorably compared to Jackie Kennedy Onassis, the former First Lady of past President John F. Kennedy, in the area of women's fashions. Their sense of style and fashion has led trends for many women in the US and elsewhere.
As all First Ladies do for their President-husbands, Mrs. Obama supports many of Barack Obama's plans and ideas. She has spoken on platforms about the topics her husband has endorsed.
As well, Mrs. Obama (along with her mother, who resides with the family) has been touted for her family values and belief in the benefits of having extended family actively involved in children's lives. This quality appeals to many parents who try to keep a family-community around their own children.
Most of the "contributions" that First Ladies make while in the White House may seem minor to their husbands' work. After all, what can compare to being the head of the military, a world leader, etc. But, the work First Ladies do for the community and our country IS important. It's just that the outcomes may take longer to realize.
Does Michelle Obama have a brother?
she had one brother named Craig Robinson. Michelle and her brother look like twins.
How many magazine cover has Michelle Obama been on?
If you don't count skyboxes or commemorative issues, Barack Obama has appeared on 25 Time magazine covers through September 2012.
What facial plastic surgery did Michelle Obama have?
There is no evidence she had any. She seems to take good care of herself, gets lots of exercise, and eats healthy food, which may explain why she looks good. But other than occasional tabloid rumors, no credible reports have indicated that she had plastic surgery.
From 1985 to 1988 he was director of the Developing Communities Project (DCP), a church-based community organization. He started with a staff of one and had increased that to 13 by the time he left. From 1999 to 2002 he was (rather famously) the director of the 8 person 'Woods Fund Board', along with his neighbor William Ayers, one of the co-founders of the terrorist group The Weatherman, who has admitted to and says he has no regrets about bombing the Capitol Building, the Pentagon, and the police headquarters in New York City.
Did Michelle Obama win a Nobel Peace Prize?
Yes, Barack Obama was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2009. The committee explained that he was given it: "for his extraordinary efforts to strengthen international diplomacy and cooperation between peoples."
Did Michelle Obama say she is ashamed of America?
No! She said "for the first time in her adult life she's proud of her country because hope is finally making a comeback"
Who are michelle's obamas sister and brothers?
She has one brother named Craig Robinson. He is the 4th leading scorer in Princeton basketball history, and also the current coach of Oregon State's Men's basketball team (formerly coach of the Brown University team).
What will Michelle Obama be remembered most for?
Michelle Obama was best know for being a graduate to get a degree form Hartford law school .She is also best known for getting the degree for ( J. D. ) juris doctor from Hartford law school in 1988 .Also she is best known for being the first lady.
Did Michelle Obama ever practice law?
Yes she did. Michelle Robinson (her maiden name) graduated with honor from Princeton University in 1985, and she then got a law degree from Harvard University Law School in 1988. After graduating from law school, she went to work at Sidley Austin, a prestigeous Chicago law firm; it was while she worked there that she met her future husband, Barack Obama, who was a legal intern at that time. (He graduated from Harvard Law School in 1991, and they married in 1992.) Michelle practiced law for about six years, until 1994, at which time she began to focus on helping her husband as he embarked on a political career.
How and when Michelle Obama dad died?
Fraser Robinson III, Michelle Obama's Father, died in 1991 before she married Barack due to complications from Multiple Sclerosis.
Why does Michelle Obama straighten her hair?
The same reason anyone else does-she likes the way it looks but she doesn't do it herself.
How many lawyer cases did Michelle Obama win?
Senior attorneys at the small firm where he worked say he was a strong writer and researcher, but was involved in relatively few cases -- about 30 -- and spent only four years as a full-time lawyer before entering politics.
How are are Michelle Obama kids age?
Barack and Michelle Obama have two daughters:
Malia Ann born on July 4, 1998 and Natasha born on June 7, 2001.
What did Michelle Obama accomplish to make her memorable?
She got to be the president's wife by maythe aguayo
What is Michelle Obamas childrens names?
The President and First Lady have two daughters. The names of the girls are Malia Ann, born on July 4, 1998, and "Sasha"(Natasha), born on June 10, 2001. From the available information, it would appear that Sasha does not have a given middle name. Her first name is Natasha, but she seems to prefer her nickname, Sasha.
What type of rewards did Michelle Obama receive?
I think you mean "awards," referring to honors or special praise. Back in 1985, she graduated from Princeton with academic honors ("cum laude"). For many years, she has spent time volunteering for worthy causes and helping to raise money for them. For example, while a businesswoman in Chicago, she worked for a non-profit that encouraged young people to become involved in social issues: she won recognition for her fund-raising for this organization, setting a record for raising money for its work. In 2010, she won the "Big Help Award" at Nickelodeon's Kids' Choice awards ceremony, for her work fighting childhood obesity and her "Let's Move" campaign. In 2012, Michelle and Barack were both honored for their work helping Homeless Veterans: they were chosen for the Jerald Washington Memorial Founders' Award, by National Coalition for Homeless Veterans.
What year did Michelle Obama skip second grade?
Michelle Obama attended grade school between 1969 and 1976. She graduated from Whitney Young High School in 1981 as the salutatorian of her class.
Why did Michelle Obama join girl scouts?
As First Lady of the US, Michelle Obama is the Honorary National President of Girl Scouts of the USA, a tradition which dates back to 1917.
The First Lady's office said they were unsure whether Mrs. Obama had participated in the organization as a young girl.
