08/26/2008
Michelle to nation: I'm not really that interesting after all
If you missed Michelle Obama's speech last night at the Democratic Convention, here's an outline:
I. Me
A. Blue collar roots
B. Sick father
C. Has big brother
i. Coaches basketball
ii. Watches over me (but doesn't look down on me)
D. Just like you white folks
i. Am I right?
ii. Really?
II. Barack
A. Good
B. Romantic Husband
C. Inspiring leader
III. Other good things
A. Hopes
B. Dreams
C. America's promise
D. Children's future
E. Thread (connecting A-D)
IV. Coda
A. Cute kids
B. Intra-family banter via satellite
Having listened to the pundits' post-speech analysis, I've learned that Mrs. Obama really hit it "out of the park" with her speech, especially in the key areas of softened inflection, hairstyle, and dress color choice. I also agree that having cute kids was a shrewd political choice for Obama. Homely, untelegenic kids definitely would have undermined his message on capital gains tax policy.
But seriously, what a snooze. I'd take Strong Black Woman Michelle - the one with a playful flip in hair and attitude - any day.
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yeah u'r so right about michelle's speech. but how about hillary? dayum she hit it out of the park. all is forgiven on my end for her behavior during the primary season. that was the best hillary speech ever.
OMG OMG OMG what did you think of barack's speech. it's been so long since february/march i FORGOT why i fell in love with barack in the first place. a magnificent speech. i'll check back later to read ur take. break it down!
Posted by: Edddie Jen | 08/29/2008
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