(newsweek/A. Samuels) Michelle Obama's influence could go far beyond the superficial. When her husband raises his hand to take the oath of office, Michelle will become the world's most visible African-American woman. The new First Lady will have the chance to knock down ugly stereotypes about black women and educate the world about American black culture more generally. But perhaps more important—even apart from what her husband can do—Michelle has the power to change the way African-Americans see ourselves, our lives and our possibilities. (BBN recommends reading the entire article)
What Michelle Means to Us. How she'll change the world's image of African-American women—and the way we see ourselves.
November 26, 2008 by editor (View Source)
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