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...I just wish I had that woman's arms...

It is very disturbing to see the flip flopping that goes on with Obama and his wife Michelle.

Now we get to see the great lengths both Obama and his wife will go to try to get their butts moved into the white house.

Exploiting their children this way should make everyone around them be very concerned about who/what else might be their next victim victim considering the desperate measures Obama is now taking to get attention for himself.

I hope that the news media will have the decency to leave these two children alone, they deserve to be allow to have pressure free lives and to enjoy being children. My only disagreement with Ms. Obama's comment was when she saidm "she wanted them to grow up in a world where there weren't any limits on what they could achieve." she should have qualified this comment with, 'unless you are a woman and want to run for president'.

Obamas seem to live dual life.

What Sen Obama privately thinks and says, (remember those gun totting bitter Americans was said in closed doors), can come out in public unknowingly, accidently once again.

They are rightly scared of the fact, if kids spill the beans, tell that Rev Wright is still adored, and Rezko sends Christmas gifts, and what not.

What a family! To place their children before themselves is far and few between in these days and in our society. It may have been a mistake to have this publice interview but the real point should be that you have learned by your mistake and will never do it again. You are a beautiful family, a lot ot be proud of, and should be admired by more people in this country and lear from you and your family values.
GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR BELOVED GIRLS. Can't wait for them to be able to roam the halls of our Grand White House.
Loev you.

I am so tired of everyone saying how she is "just like us"–a "working mom". Well, I'm a working mom but I don't think I have much in common with her. I'm not a lawyer, living in a mansion, married to a Senator making 6 figures with million dollar book deals. Tell me, Michelle, how often did you go to the local Target and comparison shop for generic diapers, formula, etc? Did you worry about losing part of your paycheck ( and how that would affect the weeks grocery bill) when a child was sick and you had to leave work? Somehow, I don't think you and me have much in common.

Someone is not telling the truth here. Just a few months ago her brother stated in an interview on national tv that she is the reason that he is running for President and she is a very sore loser.
I see another flip flop here!!

Flip-Flop, Flip-Flop, Flip-Flop!!!

Hmm... Now you see em, now you don't. Just like Obama to do what he needs when he needs to just win.

The more these two open their mouths, the more bull spills out. If Obama flip-flops on this issue, I can't wait to see what he does when there is the eventual showdown with Iran. I can hear it now, "I regret having done this, I regret having said that, I regret, I regret, I regret. Yeah, and I regret that you are running for a position you have no business occupying. Put Hillary Clinton's name in nomination in August and return her stolen nomination.

The picture of Michelle Obama shows clearly that she could "wear two hats" to quote her. She be both First Lady & body guard. It's obvious she could kick the crap out of him.

what in the world is going on?

Who cares what this woman has to say? I am so disappointed in her.

STRONG BLACK WOMAN!!! America is sooo scared of that. Michelle is one of the best articukated and educated women out there and I tend to see people giving her such a bad name. On the other hand cindy Mcwar is just another quiet, don't have a mind of her own....woman! America, WAKE UP!!!

I respect the couple. They compliment each other.

Obama expresses his opinions about nutrition. He is a leader and a role model.

WOW, everyone does find a spin in every story don't they? One interview with his girls in the whole time Obama's been campaigning, primary and general combined, and you got him judged as parading the kids for votes. The bad comments are getting out of control in here. And all based on no evidence or proof at all.

Sounds like Michelle is a flip flopper too!! She says she didn't want her kids subjected to a mean political campaign, and then she allows the interviews and then says they regret doing that.
These people either cannot make up their minds or are just plain idiots.
I think idiots.
Send them back to Chicago.
PUMA

Barack and Michele are wonderful examples of good parents and citizens.

Chelsea, the Bush girls, Amy, the Kennedy kids all have to suffer media attention. Michelle can do her best, but we're going to see them anyway. She and Barack are too honest with the American people. They should reserve some of their thoughts for themselves.

You have a wonderful family. The girls are just adorable. They seem to be well adjusted to the new life they are in & new home in the WH. Which I am sure will come about. A beautiful first familly. Best Regards.

The Obama girls already do well, with the $10,000 a year their mother says are spent on piano and dance lessons for them.

I’d also like Michelle explain how her compensation at the University of Chicago Hospital jumped from $121,910 in 2004 - before her husband was elected to the U.S. Senate - to $316,962 in 2005 - just 3 months after was elected. That's nearly a $200,000 raise. Think she suddenly became more proficient on the job? I think it’s more a case of “special interests” at work there.

I also think she dresses in really poor taste. Continually exposing her arms like that makes her look a bit "trashy" and militant and is extremely undignified for a woman who wants to be first lady.

Who cares? They do not serve to be in White House. CNN wants to put them ont he pedestal.

well i guess your judgment prevailed

NOT

It is funny how racism is always brought out in these topic.. so to all of the racist whom have a fear of black people. Should we consister the candidate you vote for as racist too. Because no self loving racist would ever endorse a candidate the like blacks or another race.

i am very proud of my Mother,for wanting the best for her children,and Michelle Obama is no different she just wants the best for her kids.americans need to stop twisting everythiing this lady says to mean something else just because she is of a different skin colour.
I am very proud that there are still parents out there that still want to protect heir kids fro the meaness of this world

i feel comforted to know that such a strong woman will be America's next first lady.

She said the exact same thing in Jan. What, it wasn't important then?

Very amusing...she put her "citizen" hat on....is that the same hat she wore when she complained about not being proud of the country in which she is a 'citizen'...again, very amusing...

I don't want to see this hateful woman speak. Already tired of all the "words" the two of them speak... Holier than the rest of us.

Go away. Not fit to lead this great country.

Hillary supporters will NOT forget what really happened at the caucuses and the way Obama and his thugs trashed the Clintons. NOW they need and want their support.

McCain '08 for Clinton '12

This election is between experienced military person tied to patriotism and inexperienced community organiser tied to racism. Lets us wait and see what triumps in American politics. Patriotism or Racism.

Yeah someone needs to tell the truth the interview was planed access hollywood wouldnt send a reporter to montana without knowing they were gonna get an interview. They knew the girls would be a hit cause who could hate on such cute kids.(oh wait the media took delight in calling chelesa ugly when she was 13) They knew what they were doing they are too smart to not know what would happen barack has been complaining about his privacy for sometime did he think it would get better once he put the kids on tv?

I know people think Hillary is the only female in America that is a great feminist but why can't young women look up to Michelle, she gone to Law school & was already settled in her career before she met Barack. She is a true feminist. We should admire Michelle.

It's hard not to like the Obamas.

What a breath of fresh air the entire Obama family is in the rough and tumble world of politics. They will represent our country well.

I will not give him my vote, but those two girls of Barack and Michelle are more articulate than our President and certainly more precious.

Politics is mean and tough? Why not stop him from running for the Illinois State Senate or US Senate then? Just because you go up without riches doesn't mean you can't be an elitist. How many average Joes do you know that shop at Whole Foods?

Not against Barack just pointing out how stupid comments are at times. Also, the Change Theme doesn't seem to work many of Barack's supporters who leave commentary behind here because they're just nasty and outright mean. If you say Republicans are dirty look at yourself in the mirror.

Not to worry, Michelle ...... you and the girls won't be living in the White House!

Go McCain '08

Michelle Obama is spectacular. Her strength, intelligence, accomplishment and love for her family speak volumes. She will make a terrific first lady. She is a woman that all girls in America can look up too. She started from humble origins, working hard and earning degrees from both Princeton and Harvard. Her daughters are very fortunate to have Barack and Michelle looking after them.

The girls were charming in the interview. I hope the media respects their parents wishes and leaves them alone. They are dear little children.

Go Obama!

Im not an english teacher and Im glad Michelle Obama is not eithier–

She's a loser.

Looking at the blogs I notice the obvious that America has some real backward, ignorant and inbred people. I thank God that most Americans are not that way. The rightous will once again run America.
Obama '08

WOW Obama throw everybody under the bus, including his kids!!!

Michelle Obama:
cute
great spokesperson
great American
intelligent
honest
trustworthy
patriot
well read
beautiful
great mother
good representative
my first lady

Love you Michelle–Go Barack!

Regardless of how you feel about the Access Hollywood video, it was clear they didn't expect the girls to take over the interview. They just started talking when questions were asked to the parents.

Just like the rest of our kids. Can't blame them for that.

I love that family... God bless them!

I wish he had listened to her.......

Oh, Please!

You were perfectly happy to exploit your daughters–Barack's campaign set up that interview– it wasn't just by chance. You and Barack decided to use your daughters and then later play sweet and innocent.

(Does everyone know that Obama voted "yes" on FISA? How 's that for hope and change? )

The kids were great. That little one was so cute when she said her dad didn't like sweets. How cute were those girls?

I also liked the exchange about Baracks worn out belt, and shoes. That was funny.

Obama 08

If only Barack would've listened to his wife our country might have a better choice for president than what we have now! Shame on you, Barack Hussein Obama - you egotistical maniac who cares more about yourimage than your family!

Mrs. Obama
there is nothing for you to worry about. bringing the girls into the race was the best you could have done for your family. Your husband has to feel that he is not in the race alone but along with his family. Your daughters were being great and they all both look cute. Yes WE can and that WE includes you, your husband and also your daughters.

Mr. President Obama and his family to the White House!

Michelle,

Thanks for giving us a glimpse at those precious girls. They were adorable.

God bless you and Barack, and I can't wait to vote in November.

The audacity of this. They let their daughters be interviewed and then say they shouldn't have. Which is it? They are supposedly so intelligent – where are their brains. It is obviously all for the limelight. Anyone knows the media makes a circus out of things and for them to not realize this is a joke. they knew and did it anyway and now are being so hypocritical.

Now here's a first lady that I can really relate to–she's warm and down to earth.

I really can't relate to Cindy Lou, someone who sneaks around with a married man, steals drugs, and doesn't open her mouth to say boo.

Gosh, she can be intelligent!

What a wonderful, beautiful person. I will be proud to call her my first lady. I can tell by the kids demeanor that she is a wonderful mother. Those girls were so cute, and they really seemed to have a close relationship with their parents. How smart, and how thoughtful they were.

Michelle, you're doing a great job.

CAMPAIGN 2008 LESSON #1 --

PEOPLE ARE STILL INTIMIATED BY INTELLIGENT, STRONG, WELL-RAISED WOMEN/MOTHERS.

GROW UP AMERICA. GO MRS. OBAMA AND OTHER WOMEN WHO ARE NOT AFRAID TO LIVE IN THE 21ST CENTURY.

the obama girls are going to be okay because they have two strong role models and i know the media and press will respect your wishes.

Michelle,

You are a wonderful mother and will be a fantastic first lady. I admire how you endure all the insults from mean-spirited people.

Keep up the good work, and we will see you in the White House.

An Obama Voter

Keep up the good work, Mrs. Obama! I'm glad my young daughter has a woman like you for a role model!

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IT'S OKAY TO BE A WOMAN OF THE 21ST CENTURY....

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I like this woman more and more....

Look who's pimping daughters now

She is well toned and fit...Look at her arms...Strong woman...yum yum

Perhaps consider not trotting them out on the stage at the stadium in Denver then. Just a thought...

Congratulations to the Parents for taking a very serious issue, in dealing with prying ears and eyes.

Senator Obama and Mrs. Obama are parents we should respect

As there are millions of parents who let their children run loose without any supervision.

"that she wanted them to grow up in a world where there weren't any limits on what they could achieve."

- Now if Hillary got the nomination, does that mean your kids wouldn't have opportunity?

Very impressive machinations, Michelle! Especially since taking the "me" hat off doesn't appear to come very easy to you. Well done!

I really love the fact that Sen Obama and his wife are not only reaching change and talking about family value but LEADING BY EXAMPLE. I have never seen a politician run for office try to kidd their kidds grounded at the same time. I respect the moral value they stand by. I only wish those whom wish to down play thier action could say they would do the same for our families and for America. "WE ARE ALL AMERICANS"

"Brandon Hilary": How about you post a picture of yourself along with your disparaging comments. You might also what to freshen up and how to avoid run on sentences.

The children were delightful. Malia sounds just like my 11 year old granddaughter. Funny, smart, open and honest. Little Sasha is a doll. However, The Obama's are right to protect them from further interviews.

There are some very hate filled bigoted people in the US and the children need to be protected. Too bad though. I enjoyed hearing what the girls think of all this. I really hope my granddaughter saw the interview.

JUST SHUT UP. NO ONE WANTS TO HEAR FROM YOU RACIST LAWYERS.

NO MORE LAWYERS !!!

YOU IS ONE UGLY WITCH SHUT UP AND GO CRAWL IN YOUR HOLE TAKE THAT FERRY HUSBAND WITH YOU !!!

Is That the same citizen hat she puts on that says -America is down right mean.

For the 1st time in my life I agree with this woman...

Barack, you should have listened to your boss and stayed home.

Yep, now Barack is throwing the kids under the bus.

Is John McSame a flip flopper??? Let's see...

McCain will repeal the AMT. Wait, no ...
...not exactly. The presidential candidate has been saying he would eliminate the so-called "wealth tax" that threatens the non-wealthy. But now he supports a more modified plan.

That's not only a flip flop, it a half gainer with a full twist!!!! LOL!!!!

Michelle, people who have mean things to say, are very jealous. They are just biting at the teeth that you are and articulate, caring and intelligent woman. The idea of a racial minority in the white house is driving some people crazy. Keep your smile on, your eyes on the white house and your victory will be sweet.

watch your back Obama, cuz im in love with your wife!
just kidding

It won't make us forget 'For the 1st time ...

I don't care what words she uses now to cover up, America is downright mean........it won't work

She took off her, "me" hat and put on the, "ME" hat. She likes the ring to, "First Lady," yeah! "Forget about the kids, man, I'm gonna be First Lady, but, I'm doing it for the country, of course, because they NEED me.

Elitist.

This woman continues to concern me. Having watched her throughout the campaign–both when she spoke to black and then to mixed audiences I always got the feeling here is an angry woman. Her college thesis, her membership in a black liberation church, and her comments about being proud of America all reflect her values - and those of the likes of Rev. Wright - hate and racism. Sorry, she may well be a good mother but I don't believe she represents the America I believe in.

I loved the interview. No need for Obama to feel bad about it. I find them all to be down to earth.
Some people who voiced negative comments on the issue are not Obama supporters...what do you expect them to say?! Come on!!!

Brandon Hillary PUMA for Mc Cain-Pa wrote July 9th, 2008 4:57 pm ET

"This woman is a beast and should not be allowed in the role of first lady."

Yeah, are you sure ? YOU WAN'T A PILL POPPING EX-DRUG ADDICT, WHO STOLE THE HUSBAND FROM A CRIPPLED WIFE TO BE YOUR NEXT FIRST LADY ??

He should also regret letting Michelle open her mouth as well.

I would be very happy to see her represent me as the First Lady. I do hope he wins!

She's said this in almost every speech that she gives but now CNN wants to try to tie it in to the family interview so they can keep the story going and have campbell brown beat up on Barack and Michelle again like she did last night.

This should concern many who want Senator Obama to be our next president. If he uses poor judgement regarding protecting his own family, then what judgement will he use in protecting all the citizens of the U.S.? Seems he good at making bad decisions.

There's still time to get yo man back to the streets of Chicago.

Go Michelle... we love your militant approach to life and your marxist self.
You are the worst black person I have ever met. You are a disgrace to our country and your race. Go back home to Chicago and think about how to better yourself before preaching to us.

She didn't want her husband to run for President. Then she puts her kids on parade. Right sure Michelle . We believe it. She was using her daughters to get votes. Can you imagine her as first lady. Yuck!!!!!

There is no fault to be found in Michelle – she is human like you are.
Get over it (predominantly – White People. )

Your racism is showing with every criticism you make.

Brandon Hillary PUMA for Mc Cain-Pa – I really don't think women should be forced to keep their opinions to themselves and neither do most Americans. Perhaps you and your fellow sexist McCain supporters should look long and hard at yourselves in the mirror and figure out why you hate women so much.

So what did Jesse Jackson say that CNN won't print?????

They were made for each other! First she's against him running but now she's for him running...

Michelle Obama is a normal Mother and Wife. She will be a wonderfull First Lady. At least she never ran her boyfriend off the raod and killed him as Laura Bush did. (Laura didn't even get a traffic ticket for killing him!)

This is truly ridiculous! Michelle said no to "protect her kids." Please.
Then she set them up to be interviewed to make them look like the all-American family.

Give me a break!

I don't know what it is about dark skin that blinds so many people. It's just skin.

You just gotta love Michelle Obama's style!

Go Michelle; we love.
And your girls are just cute!

Michelle, everything will be alright, Barack will be alright, the girls will be alright and the media, will be alright after Obama becomes President!
The country should be grateful that you took off the 'me' hat and put on your 'citizen' hat. Because the country does need hope and change.

Stay strong!

CNN this is my second posting

Access Hollywood? You speak with fork-tongue woman. You love the national attention your husband's candidacy has brought you and you are so looking to sleeping in the White House. You'll exploit your daughters to get there. Tell it like it is and stop your lies; it's getting old.

And the haters to spew their venom ... 1 ... 2 ... 3 ... On cue with now with that fraction of tissue in your head that you have the gall to call a brain. Ahh ... Feel better now that all your self-hatred is transferred to someone else?! Look in the mirror, pathetic patriots!

I'd be more afraid of what running for president will do to your husband. He's already talking about voting for a domestic spying bill that violates the constitutional freedoms of Americans...

Americans,

Don't settle for someone who's so fundamentally flawed that they put national security before the freedoms of its own people!

You watch tomorrow when the Senate votes on the FISA bill, and you decide who is most likely to protect you from an over powering government. I pray Obama will make the right choice.

I am with you first lady.

M. Obama - First Lady 08/12

Obama asked for the interview for the girls. The media didn't ask them. Michelle is such a liar.

Michelle i wish I had those arms. Love you Michelle, all the way for Obama.

She is not a beast (Brandon), shame on you for saying so. Again and again I say, when is this election ever going to be about the issues that matter!!!!!!! Why is an interview with these children news??? Come on, would someone please fix this country???

They already live in a world where there aren't limits to what they can achieve. Oh that's right, I don't live in your imaginary world where only having barack as president will make you proud and the world a better place.

Oh yeah, and where was the media's sense of decency? They couldn't stop disecting Obama's family life, parading those kids on tv for days!
Media: take a long hard look in the mirror!

Trash....Pure Trash It's absolutely ludicrous what the dems will prop up for a candidate. Hussein and the Mrs. are just products of the rotten chicago political machine. He's about as capable of the presidency as my canary...

I will believe it when I DON't see it. But with Obama's record of doing and saying anything to get elected you can bet he'll be parading his kids again and again for months to come!

Thank you Mrs. Obama for being a REAL patriot.....instead of the fakes and phony people who SAY they are!!!!

can you believe this skank might be in the white house?

How nice to think that we can have a first lady who isn't wearing a politician mask, who represents citizens because she is herself a citizen.

This country was founded on the principle that ours is a government of, by, and for the people. Somewhere along the way we've lost that principle, and have started to believe that we must be governed by people who are different from us, with a strange, scripted way of talking and a bizarre, robotic, empty way of behaving.

Michelle Obama is a woman who looks, talks, and acts like us because she is one of us. Just as it's supposed to be.

How many fluff stories are you going to run about Obama CNN? You have at least one a day. Seriously, she's said this a million times, its not news. Please stop with the bias CNN. MSNBC and FOX are bad enough, no need to join them.

Nice to have a lady who has real opinions. Unlike Laura Bush and Cindy McCain.

Oh dear.....the republicans are going to jump on this one too – Michelle is not on board with her husband being president. Add it to the list. It is all in how this will be interpreted, or misinterpreted, but it is still out there for people to talk about.......

THERE'S THE OTHER HALF OF A BIG JOKE. O.B. IS SUCH A CON MAN. YOU LOST MINDED YOUNG MORONS DONT KNOW ANY BETTER THAN TO VOTE FOR AN UNKNOWN ,ARROGANT,HYPOCRITICAL GREENHORN. AMERICA GETS WHAT THEY ASK FOR.

I think she's a good Mom. Who of us can't relate to wanting to insulate our young children from a situation that has the potential to be high profile ugliness of politics? If anything, it may remind all of us to think before launching lunatic rantings and hateful rhetoric. Then again, those who can't control those tendencies don't care if children get hurt.

Cindy McCain is rich. I can"t believe that Cindy and John McCain would call Barack and Michelle Obama elitist.

She said no because she wanted to protect his behind...not the kids.

now,this woman is a REAL patriot!we understand your sacrifice and will do whatever we can to support you and your family!the girls were great in their interview,but,i understand your concerns.republicans are so hateful!

I admire Michelle Obama as a mother and a wife. she seems to have a wonderful healthy family. she is a good role model for the rest of us American mothers and wifes that have to juggle responsabilities at home and at work.

The funny thing is, she has given this same speech every time she speaks but it is only now getting attention!!!!!!

Media Circus!!!!!!!!

Should've, would've, could 've all mean you didn't. Why didn't you stand up for your opinion?

I loved the interview with the girls (they are both cute and articulate) and didn't see anything wrong with it, but understand the Obama's position of protecting the girls.

can anyone say family values?

I am relieved she thought it was in the children's best interest that she exploit them–Funny, I thought she was using them to promote her husband. She, at least, does not seem as angry at bitter at America now that BO has secured the nomination. from now on.

Michelle, your girls will be just fine because you two are such great parents! It's a shame the rest of the country has not caught up to you yet but your setting the example and they will, one day. BTW I am still not proud of my country for obvious reasons.