Democrat from Illinois
Michelle Obama is the wife of Barack Obama. She is a graduate of Princeton University and Harvard Law School and has worked for the Mayor of Chicago and the University of Chicago. Michelle and Barack Obama have two daughters, Malia and Sasha.
Recent statements involving Michelle Obama
"In some states, it is still legal to deny a woman coverage because she's been the victim of domestic violence."
As a state senator in Illinois, Obama made sure women got equal pay for equal work.
While in the Illinois Senate, Barack Obama passed "tax cuts for hard-working families."
While in the Illinois Senate, Barack Obama passed legislation moving people "from welfare to jobs."
Recent stories featuring Michelle Obama
A presidential decision: a Portuguese Water Dog:
Michelle Obama dishes the details on the new family pet. It'll likely be a Portuguese Water Dog, which means progress for Promise No. 502.
A chain e-mail passes on a phony receipt for a lobster lunch.
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