A collection of more than 200 quotes from Michelle Obama, author, lawyer, humanitarian, and the first Black woman to serve as First Lady of the United States of America, providing young readers a unique look into the mind of one of the most recognizable and influential women of our era. Part of the In Their Own Words: Young Reader Edition series.
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Die Symbolkraft des Lebenswegs der 1. "schwarzen" First Lady der USA ist enorm, der Autor schildert ihren Werdegang und erste Eindrücke ihrer Arbeit als Präsidentengattin
"A collection of striking and intimate photographs of Michelle Obama - many never before seen - coupled with personal reflections and behind-the-scenes stories from Official White House Photographer Amanda Lucidon, presented in a deluxe format. Michelle Obama is one of the most admired First Ladies in history, known for her grace, spirit, and beauty, as well as for the amazing work she did during her tenure to promote girls' education, combat childhood obesity, and support military families. In Chasing Light, former White House photographer Amanda Lucidon, who spent four years covering the First Lady, shares a rare insider's perspective, from documenting life at the White House to covering domestic and overseas travel. This collection of 150 candid photos - many previously unreleased - and Amanda's narrative reflections reveal just what makes Mrs. Obama so special. From an affectionate moment with her daughters atop the strikingly empty Great Wall of China to exuberant moments with schoolchildren and quiet moments between the First Lady and President Obama, the photos are a vibrant, candid, and beautiful celebration of the First Lady, capturing the qualities and strengths that have made Mrs. Obama so beloved"--
This research paper discusses Michelle Obama as a feminist who broke barriers in the media and in the White House. Her contributions as a Black Feminist and an advocate for the global education of young women have propelled her to be one of the most notable feminist figures of today. From her fashion style to her candor, Obama's unconventional ambition caused her to break through glass ceilings. Because Obama fought to be accurately represented by the media, millions around the world perceive black women differently. In addition to being the wife of one of the most influential political leaders in the world, Michelle Obama has led an unparalleled career as a politician and lawyer. Her resiliency and determination has shaped her into a woman that I deeply admire and aspire to be.
Le système de santé américain est malade et son état est sérieux. C'est un réseau complexe d'entités publiques et privées et de lobbies, complété par la charité privée, avec en toile de fond un courant politique fort, méfiant de l'État fédéral. Dans ce système de santé d'inspiration libérale, la prolifération de la technologique et l'abus des procédures médicales contribuent à une hausse des prix. Son inefficacité plonge le système tout entier dans une situation économique dangereuse avec des conséquences sociales dramatiques. En mars 2010, le Congrès a voté en faveur du Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act qui met en place sur 5 ans une universalité de l'assurance santé assortie d'un contrôle des prix. Les articulations légales qui permettront son instauration vont se passer dans une atmosphère de tension politique ; 26 États ont déjà déposé une requête d'annulation de la loi, soulevant que le caractère obligatoire de l'assurance – mandate – est une violation de la liberté individuelle et un abus du fédéralisme. La santé et la réforme du président Obama seront au cœur des débats politiques dans la campagne présidentielle de 2012.
Intro -- Dedication -- Word Is Bond: Beverly Bond -- Introduction: Michelle Obama -- I. Femme Noire -- Beyoncé: Formation -- Joan Morgan: Hip-Hop Feminism: The Remix -- Rebecca Walker: The Third Wave -- Melissa Harris-Perry: Nerdland -- Mickalene Thomas: Art Imitates Life -- Herstory-Audre Lorde: Sister Outsider -- II. Black Girl Magic -- Rihanna: On Another Level -- Erykah Badu: I Stay Woke -- Serena Williams: The Champ Is Here -- Tracee Ellis Ross: She Get It from Her Mama -- Valerie June: Iridescent Soul -- Danai Gurira: I Slay -- Herstory-Nina Simone: I Put a Spell on You -- Solange Knowles-Ferguson: Black Girl Magic: For Us -- III. Boss Up -- Cathy Hughes: Know the Ledge -- Suzanne Shank: All the Way Up -- Venus Williams: Venus Rising -- Donna Byrd: Strictly Roots -- Dr. Knatokie Ford: Fly-Sci -- Luvvie Ajayi: Know Your Worth -- Lisa P. Jackson: Black Is the New Green -- Herstory-Bridget "Biddy" Mason: Faith and Fortune -- Jessica O. Matthews: Power Play -- Herstory-Sylvia Robinson: Cold Crush Sista -- IV. Lift Every Voice -- Herstory-The RBGs: Sojourner Truth, Harriet Tubman, Nana Yaa Asantewaa -- Angela Davis: All Power to the People -- Joy-Ann Reid: I Am Joy -- Patrisse Cullors: Black Lives Matter -- Eunique Jones Gibson: Because of Them We Can -- Tamika D. Mallory: Why We March -- Toshi Reagon: Freedom Song -- MC Lyte: Lyte as a Rock -- Maxine Waters: Reclaiming My Time -- Herstory-Pauline Murray: High Priestess -- V. More Black More Beautiful -- Naomi Campbell: Flawless -- Michaela Angela Davis: Nappy Roots -- Lupita Nyong'o: Soul Glow -- Jazmine Sullivan: Masterpiece -- Afya Ibomu: Soul Food -- June Ambrose: So Fresh and So Clean -- Bethann Hardison: Model Citizen -- Susan L. Taylor: In the Spirit -- Herstory-Roberta Flack: I Am Legend -- VI. Movers and Shakers -- Misty Copeland: On Pointe -- Judith Jamison: Dancing Spirit.
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Theorizing America's first African American First Lady -- A new First Lady for America / Elizabeth J. Natalle and Jenni M. Simon -- Conventional and unconventional rhetorical strategies in Michelle Obama's Democratic National Convention addresses / Tammy R. Vigil -- First Lady brand in the epideictic rhetoric of Michelle Obama / Jeanne M. Persuit and Deborah A. Brunson -- The rhetor and the agendas -- Michelle Obama's ethos and Let's Move! / Elizabeth J. Natalle -- Michelle Obama speaking in Africa on education, family, and the African legacy / Trudy L. Hanson and Enyonam Osei-Hwere -- Michelle Obama reaching higher to lead and serve community / Jenni M. Simon -- Redefining the boundaries of First Lady scholarship -- Black feminist reflections on Michelle Obama's tribute to Maya Angelou / Rachel Aalicia Griffin