Mrs. Obama, two daughters head to D.C.
[cnn-photo-caption image= http://i2.cdn.turner.com/cnn/2008/images/12/31/art.obama31.gi.jpg caption="Malia and Sasha Obama, pictured here on a recent Hawaiian vacation with the President-elect, traveled to Washington Saturday with Mrs. Obama."]
WASHINGTON (CNN) - Future First Lady Michelle Obama and daughters Malia and Sasha have taken a big step in their own transition to the White House.
The Obama women left Chicago and traveled to Washington Saturday, according to a pool report from the president-elect's traveling press corps.
Malia and Sasha Obama are set to begin classes Monday at Sidwell Friends, a private school in the D.C. area. Their father will arrive in Washington on Sunday evening, according to the pool report.
The Obamas are staying at the historic Hay Adams hotel near the White House until January 15, when the official guest residence at the Blair House becomes available to them. They will move into the White House on January 20 after the inauguration.
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Oh well I see the racist remarks not stopping,you people and u know who you are, need to give it a rest,things your saying negative about our next President reflexs back to you.Think about it.
I think everyone who lines the streets to watch Bush as he drives away from the Whitehouse on Jan 20 should throw a shoe in front of his limo.
The Kennedys, Carters, and Clintons had kids and found no problem moving to DC a few days early. But of course Obama likes to make a big deal about EVERYTHING, so he moves in early. His ego is so anxious in getting to the White House that he's moved to DC earlier than any other president.
Clifford....genius, that you are...I hope your parents were spayed and neutered after your birth. Clearly we don't need more of your ilk inhabiting the earth.
I am definitely not a Bush supporter but everyone knows that the B lair house is not available to the incoming first family until the 15th of January so to be fair I think that we should stop bad mouthing Bush and to the Obama girls I wish you the best of luck, I know this transition will be tough
I don't want this to be a Paparazzi Presidency. I know you have to fill airtime and get advertising money but can you stick the real issues? I voted for this man because he talked to me like a grownup. Is it too much to ask a corporation as powerful as yourselves to do the same? It's not alot to ask.
Foolish people. For the last 60 years the Blair house has not been available until January 15th. It was rather rude of the Obamas to ask for special treatment. But I suppose that is the marker of the elitist crowd.
For the many moments of joy a dog will bring to the Obama's, I think the dog should be called "BOO".
Badboy = I didn't know your family was moving into the White House. Wow I bet you guys are glad to get out of that trailer without a roof.
German,Irish American = Yes I will sure be glad when your mom get back. Idiot.
You people are so disgusting. Some just have to bash President Bush and blame him for everything. The Obama team should have reserved the Blair house sooner. It was weeks after the election before they even got around to asking if it was available. Of course it was booked. No big deal, they just booked the hotel, and remained gracious as did the Bush's...Why can't you be gracious? NOT!
Dear Lord please take all hate and stupidity from republicans. Althought they have nothing to offer this country their still americans and we are trying to love the Idiots. Lord me know that most are so stupid even they don't know it. Lord we know they counldn't govern their way out of a paper bag, but willing still willing to work with them. Please give the Idiots a little love, understanding and the comfort of knowing that demorcrats are the best and brightest but still willing to include them as me march toward progress and a brand new day in America. Thank You Lord
The president-elect traditionally, and historically, moves into Blair House on Jan 15th, 5 days before the swearing-in. I'm pro Obama, but I'd like to know why so many people think Obama should have special privileges and be able to usurp events & guests at Blair House for his personal convenience. He should be treated just like the 43 presidents before him. He's not God. - no matter what some people think. Blair House will be available for him on the 15th. Right on schedule.
i guarantee an nobama impeachment before his first term is up because the world is goin into turmoil and nobama isnt the saviour that the dem-tards thought he was
Jonesy.....I couldn't agree with you more. The second I see a spelling error or improper English, I stop reading the comment. This said, I only read your comment. I don't speak jibberish. If you're going to post a comment and expect people to respect what you're trying to say, you need to learn how to write properly. Please educate yourselves on the difference between the use of "there" and "their", and the difference between "your" and "you're", and so on. Basic grammar; I'm completely disgusted with the lack of elementary skills on here. P.S. Regardless of whether or not you voted for Barack Obama, he's the one you'll be needing on your side should there be an attack on American soil, so it's time to get behind him and be respectful of our future President. Besides, no one gives a rip about anyone's racist comments anymore...the whole idea of racism is getting pretty dated.
It doesn't look good when he is preaching socialism then put his kids high tuition private school . What type of message you sending to the public check out school web site and tuition fees https://www.sidwell.edu/index.asp
I am going to enjoy watching this family.
jonesy
January 4th, 2009 12:10 am ET
I for one am happy to hear what is going on in OUR COUNTRY.
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such as families getting kicked out of their homes because of not being able to pay off the house, the homeless mother feeding her baby out of a trash bin, the guys sleeping under a bridge, poverty, the needy, the hungary, oh wait, silly me, america paying attention to the nobama family is first and formost because nobama is the saviour messiah who got the united states all riled up on false hope and change
I can't wait to see this family in the White House! Why didn't we get a picture with the story? I can't get enough of the Obamas. Thank You America! You finally got it right!
We're not replacing the Bush family with yours!
Mr Obama Please don't give us any money.Give us jobs.Start Senior housing all over the nation. That will start up the ecomony instantly.
Thank You & Good Luck
That's really great, will you let me know what exactly they eat at every meal until he's out of office? I'd care about the same as this article
I just don't understand racial prejudice. Even if you don't specifically believe in God or a particular creation story, I'm sure you believe that humans somehow came about. And just like all other living creatures, no two humans are exactly alike. So whatever mechanism caused humans to "be", he/she/it is certainly into variety! The world would be impossibly boring and dreary if we were all the same.
Where the true differences are – and what takes time and thought and courage – are inside: the character, the personality, the essence of a human. I understand being afraid of the unknown, but as humans, with our intellect and ability to feel, learn and love, we can easily overcome those fears. The reward is what makes this often hard life worth living. Discovering a kindred spirit, regardless of how different they may appear on the outside, is a wonderous and incredible thing.
I've lived all over the world, and I've always found people I could trust and love and learn from. The connection we had was our humanity, our interests, our concerns, not our gender, age, race, creed, color, etc., etc.
Thank goodness we are not all the same – and thank goodness we as Americans live in a country founded upon principles of equality and opportunity!
I can hardly wait until January 20!!
I just don't understand racial prejudice. Even if you don't specifically believe in God or a particular creation story, I'm sure you believe that humans somehow came about. And just like all other living creatures, no two humans are exactly alike. So whatever mechanism caused humans to "be", he/she/it is certainly into variety! The world would be impossibly boring and dreary if we were all the same.
Where the true differences are – and what takes time and thought and courage to see – are inside: the character, the personality, the essence of a human. I understand being afraid of the unknown, but as humans, with our intellect and ability to feel, learn and love, we can easily overcome those fears. The reward is what makes this often hard life worth living. Discovering a kindred spirit, regardless of how different they may appear on the outside, is a wonderous and incredible thing.
I've lived all over the world, and I've always found people I could trust and love and learn from. The connection we had was our humanity, our interests, our concerns, not our gender, age, race, creed, color, etc., etc.
Thank goodness we are not all the same – and thank goodness we as Americans live in a country founded upon principles of equality and opportunity!
I can hardly wait until January 20!!
Why is that these little girl's hair and that of their mother's - is NEVER COMBED! Michelle just had her hair in a scarf on the beach in Hawaii, and the little ones bare shown up above with old corn-rows and a nappy ponytail! They are not only representing the USA to the world, but are representing the upwardly and progressive black community, especially black women!
KEEP YOUR HEADS COMBED! PLEASE!