Posts Tagged ‘First Lady’

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Jul02

Conflicted training

by Duane on July 2nd, 2009 at 9:54 am
Posted In: Politics, Question

There has been a lot of pomp since the election of Barack Obama that we were going to see “volunteerism” and “giving back” reach unprecedented levels. Obama made volunteerism a centerpiece in his campaign and since being elected has kicked off a website (serve.gov) that points potential volunteers to opportunities where they can serve their [...]

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Mar18

Some folks out there really have some self-esteem issues

by Duane on March 18th, 2009 at 4:00 pm
Posted In: Just "Why?", Our Expression, Sistahs

From NY Magazine
In recent weeks, so much focus has been placed on Michelle Obama’s biceps, but I’m much more excited about the rest of her body. Especially her hips. Those beautiful curves are hopefully sending a message to women of all ethnicities—but black women like me in particular (and of course young girls)—that having some [...]

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Jan23

How Fans Are Setting The Obamas Up

by Duane on January 23rd, 2009 at 2:25 pm
Posted In: Just "Why?", Our Expression, Sistahs

I have been saying for a while now that those that are holding the Obamas up as examples of perfection are the very ones that are helping to subject them to additional criticism–criticism that has nothing to do with office of the Presidency.

Michelle Obama Under Fire for Not Wearing Black Designers
nymag.com
The Black Artists Association is [...]

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