****Michelle Obama On The View:::Open Thread****

[slinkerwink]

Please feel free to use this as a thread to liveblog the Michelle Obama appearance on The View on ABC at 11 a.m.!

[snacker]

1. First of all...she looks gorgeous. n/t

[joneschick]

2. THANK YOU!

tuned in just in time for the BUMP! :hi:

[Ichingcarpenter]

3. Doesn't come on the west coast until latter

I have an appointment at that time so keep us informed
with a play by play.

[slinkerwink]

4. no access to TV at work, so do a liveblogging for me!

[redstate_democrat]

5. She's look pretty

[madaboutharry]

6. She looks beautiful.

I love that dress. Ok, I know that shouldn't matter.

[WinkyDink]

7. Yeah, same here. Hee.

[highplainsdem]

9. Yes, she does look beautiful. And I love that dress, too.

[Catherina]

53. Ok. C'mon guys. What is she wearing? Details for cube rats? Thxbai n/t

[snacker]

57. A lovely black-and- white, flowered sundress...she looks great! n/t

[Catherina]

67. Thanks! I'm so jealous of her in a very nice way

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y5dzvE7YMpA

I can't wait to see pics or the video

[snacker]

8. Started with fist bump...

then went into long discussion about her comment about pride in her country. She did well. Said Barack told her to "be good" on the show.

[joneschick]

10. and Whoopie just dumped her coffee in her lap

:hi:

oops, sorry for the lack of clarity. as noted below, Whoopie dumped Whoopie's coffee in Whoopie's lap.

[Ichingcarpenter]

13. ????........ Come on! really? n/t

[WinkyDink]

16. Whoopie dumped her, Whoopie's, coffee in HER OWN lap.

[joneschick]

17. yup. going to break.

lively discussion. and they're back. and they're all agreeing that she's gorgeous.

"It's fun to look pretty."

[bigwillq]

11. She's doing a great job.

I was never a huge fan of hers but I must say I am impressed.

I liked her little story about the kids...when the kids walk through the door they don't care what kind of day the parents had...LOL! That was cute. :)

[AlinPA]

12. They did not talk about the "baby mama" description of her put out by the republicans.

[snacker]

14. Discussion about diversity and Hillary Clinton

Michelle said there is a level of sexism: "people aren't used to strong women"
Asked about vice-presidential pick, she said she was glad she wasn't a part of that.
Then discussed how girls "break them from cycle of" political discussions at home because it's
all about the girls' soccer games, school, etc..
More after break...

[SeaLyons]

26. I wish she had not said on the Larry King Show a few

months back that she would have to think long and hard about voting for Clinton if she were the nominee. That lingers in the minds of Hillary supporters who now have no choice but to vote for her husband. It's just a small example of some of the mistakes she has made. I'm sure she wishes she had not said that.

I think Michelle is a remarkable woman, and I hope she will work on being representative of ALL Americans. She needs to come across as someone that is hopeful, forgiving and caring about everyone. I don't think she has accomplished that yet, but I'm sure she will as time goes on.

[Tarheel_Dem]

49. If I'm not mistaken you've misquoted Michelle. I don't think she ever

said she wouldn't "vote" for Hillary. I think the question was if she would campaign/support Hillary. I'm sure, as a good Dem, Michelle would vote for the Democrat.

[SeaLyons]

55. No, I did not misquote Michelle....

and "thinking long and hard" on whether you would "vote", "campaign" or "support" is not a good "Dem" answer.

[Liberal_Stalwart71]

60. Hmmm... kinda like when Hillary said that Obama only has a speech

and went on to praise McSame several times during the course of the campaign. Which one is worse? If Michelle needs to exhibit some candor, then so does Hillary and she hasn't done that yet. Why should the standards be different?

[NatBurner]

65. don't waste your time

[Catherina]

64. Yes you most certainly did. Here is the video and the quote

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TOVHf9HPEJM


When ABC's Deborah Roberts interviewed Michelle Obama on "Good Morning America" Monday morning, she asked what Obama would do if her husband's rival got the Democratic Party's nomination:

Roberts: "Could you see yourself working to support Hillary Clinton if she gets the nomination?"

Obama: "I'd have to think about that. I'd have to think about policies, her approach, her tone."

That's not everything that Obama had to say on the subject. As Roberts followed up, Obama immediately softened her previous comment.

Roberts: "That's not a given?"

Obama: "You know everyone in this party is going to work hard for whoever the nominee is. I think that, you know, we're all working for the same thing. And, you know, I think our goal is to make sure that the person in the White House is going to take this country in a different direction. I happen to believe that Barack is the only person who can really do that."

http://www.salon.com/politics/war_room/2008/02/04/michelle_obama/

[SeaLyons]

71. I was talking about her comment

on the Larry King Show, not the Deborah Roberts interview, but the clip you provided backs up my comment.

Look, don't worry about it. Michelle has made mistakes or she wouldn't be going through so much scrutiny. There is no reason to deny it. I have faith in her and Barack, and I'm sure they will deal with it in a productive way. I'm not putting Michelle down. Like I said previously, I think she is a remarkable woman, but as First Lady, she needs to make America feel she cares about everyone. I think she will accomplish that.

[Tarheel_Dem]

73. can you provide a transcript of Michelle saying what you claim?

I'm sorry if most of us won't take your word for it. Why you chose to revive this particular talking point, at this time, is a mystery to a lot of us.

[libnnc]

74. I am about sick of certain people in this thread

deliberately "misunderstanding" what Michelle Obama says.

[Tarheel_Dem]

79. And that's exactly what it is deliberately "misunderstanding". They think

they're clever, but they just can't help outing themselves.

[Catherina]

85. I don't see how it backs up your comment Cricket but your other comments are nice

The only comments I can find that she made about Hillary on Larry King were nice comments so I'm not sure what interview you're talking about. Did she do two interviews with Larry King?

The things you call mistakes, I don't. I'm 100% on board with her comments, even the one about not being proud of America during my adult life until now.

Anyway I'm very happy to see you think well of her. She'll be very good for our country.

Here are the comments from the Larry King show. Was there another interview?

KING: Let's talk about the opponent.

Has Hillary surprised you?

You couldn't have known what would have happened on the other side.

M. OBAMA: No. No, but, politics is politics. And I think it's a competitive endeavor. And, you know, it's rough and tumble. I think that she has handled herself well in this respect -- I think that she and Barack, as he says all the time, were good friends and colleagues before this race, and they will be afterwards.

I think, you know, the job that we all have as Democrats is to come out of this thing united and ready to toward a common purpose.

KING: But there had to be days where you were a little ticked.

M. OBAMA: Of course. That's my husband. I love him. I don't want anybody to say anything bad about him. But, you know, I would also, you know, be foolish to think you would enter a race where you wouldn't hear somebody being critical of your husband. So I try not to take it personally.

KING: Do you ever look at it in the sense that it's you against Bill?

M. OBAMA: Oh, absolutely not.

KING: I mean he's first man.

M. OBAMA: Yes.

KING: You're first lady.

M. OBAMA: Well, but he's Bill and I'm Michelle. We're very different people.

(LAUGHTER)

M. OBAMA: But, no, I really focus on what's in front of me at the time.
And, really, when I go before a crowd, I'm thinking about trying to reach peoples' hearts. I mean really do, because I firmly believe that there is a fundamental difference in what Barack can offer. And inspiration is a part of that -- and the ability to connect and unite.

And that's sort of what I'm trying to do when I'm talking. I'm not thinking about Bill or Hillary. I'm not even thinking about Barack. I'm thinking about the people in front of me and what their pains the level of unfairness -- this gap of inequality that is happening with working folks out here, regular folks trying to make it.

So with that, I don't have time to focus on the competition.

http://weblogs.chicagotribune.com/news/politics/blog/2008/02/michelle_obama_on_larry_king.html

[sandnsea]

90. She never ever ever said that, it was always a lie

I don't know why you wouldn't think a girl who grew up in a working class home doesn't care about everyone. Unless you don't understand that campaigns are full of propaganda and you have a responsibiity to sort out the truth from the lies after the campaign ends.

[Tarheel_Dem]

72. Like I said, you LIED about what Michelle said. I stand by it.

[beachmom]

15. She was asked about the "proud of my country" remark, and I was SO GLAD

that she said she was talking about the political process. She really explained it so well. All of us need to take note of this. She was talking about the political process, and how it has opened up.

[Bozita]

18. You left out the 'really' as in 'REALLY proud'

She handled it perfectly.

[beachmom]

35. The "really" is irrelevant, if it's about the political process.

And there are two videos -- one where she said really, one where she didn't. She wasn't talking about the country in general, but the political process.

[snacker]

19. Fashion discussion...

Barbara asked if she's wearing pantyhose and Michelle said, "No."

[Eurobabe]

20. She looks great, and sounds self-assured.

GOMICHELLE!!

[muffin1]

21. I absolutely love Michelle Obama!

She is so smart and beautiful, and I get chills just watching her. Can't wait to see the whole Obama family entering the White House in January!
:loveya:

[snacker]

23. She's very impressive, isn't she?

I feel like I can't wait to hear what she has to say next. Very comfortable on the panel---I like that.

[snacker]

22. Talking about daughters...

Michelle told a cute story about oldest daughter. When asked if she gets nervous appearing at those huge rallies, the daughther said, "Those people aren't there to see me. I'm just a kid. They just think I'm cute. I wave and smile and then I'm out of there."
Michelle is doing great. She got a big standing ovation when she first walked out.The crowd seems to love her.

[TahitiNut]

33. Malia is showing signs of becoming one awsome adult, imho.

Both in her physical development and her obvious emotional balance - she's all kid and then some. A real beauty ... fully-equipped.

[rox63]

24. Damn, I wish I could watch this

Unfortunately, I'm stuck at work. :(


edit for typo

[DangerousRhythm]

25. Pure class.

She's doing great so far! I am watching this show buffered so I can fast forward through commercials, but yeah... just as my subject said, PURE class.

:thumbsup:

[TahitiNut]

27. Keepin' it real

... or at least as 'real' as daytime teevee allows. She's REALLY a hugely attractive person ... someone I'd love to have in my life. I loved the story about Malia ... but I'd probably love anything about those kids.

[senseandsensibility]

28. I never watch this show. Does anyone know what time

and channel it is on on the west coast?

[gblady]

32. seattle area

10:00 channel 4

[senseandsensibility]

37. Thanks

I have to leave by then, but I'm sure someone will have it up in Political Videos later.

[tishaLA]

34. In LA it's on at 10

but it varies from station to station

[senseandsensibility]

41. I have to leave by then

but I'm sure I can find it on DU later. Thanks!

[DangerousRhythm]

36. Not sure, BUT...

You may be able to catch the show online. Check the ABC site! I saw Barack's appearance all streaming online from their site. :)

[senseandsensibility]

39. Thanks

:hi:

[DangerousRhythm]

42. No problem! :D N/T

:dem:

[snacker]

29. NIce discussion about fatherhood

followed by Elisabeth taking over talking about her kids incessantly.

[snacker]

38. Good...Barbara reins her (Elisabeth) in.

Continues focus on Michelle. Now talking about decision to run for president.

[greenbriar]

30. and then the TWIT has to make it about herself

NO BODY cares about you EH TWIT we want to hear Michelle NOT your frikin menu

[bluedeminredstate]

31. Wow is she impressive!

I can't help but compare her to Laura Bush in some of her interviews where she comes off as the most vapid, vacuous frump whose vocabulary consists of vaiations on why things are so "fun" or how "excited" she is about something. Mrs. Obama is a whip smart woman who is holding her own among these women and has even charmed the pants off Elisabeth!
Way to go Michelle!!

:)

[Ichingcarpenter]

40. "charmed the pants off Elisabeth!"

LOL....... interesting.

[greenbriar]

44. and Sherri is STUPID

getting into serious discussion about politics and stupid sherri asks if he takes out the trash?

[snacker]

43. Matthew Broderick on now...

talking about how his son is a big fan of Barack Obama.

[greenbriar]

45. jebus the TWIT just can't help but keep it all about her

they make more money than they deserve and they worry about spending quarters

[snacker]

46. At the end of his segment..

he looked at Michelle and said, "It's such an honor."

[mystieus]

47. Hope someone here will upload the video to youtube as soon as its finish... please!~

[snacker]

51. Wish I knew how to do that for you...

but you should be able to watch it on The View website later today if doesn't show up on YouTube first.

[mystieus]

89. First small clip is up

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ufP2MhDkldE

[Catherina]

93. Thank you! Great lady, great dress, great look

I can't wait to have her as First Lady :woohoo:

[kerry-is-my-prez]

48. Love the fact that she's a top lawyer- she and Hillary w/be the most accomplished 1st ladies in

a long time. Enough of mousy librarians. I know some kick-ass librarians but Laura ain't one of them.

[papapi]

50. Michelle is tall - - - very stately.

asks about pomegranate juice. avoid added fruit juices.

[redstate_democrat]

52. So no one is going to remark on her comment calling Barack

sweet and pathetic? I hope no one takes offense to it. It was said out of love. But I did cringe a little.

:hide:

She is definitely very down to earth.

[libnnc]

54. no she didn't say that she said he was EMpathetic

and they all made a point to explain that

[NatBurner]

58. lol they all had visions of endless loops on cnn

sweet and pathetic
sweet and pathetic
sweet and pathetic
sweet and pathetic
sweet and pathetic
sweet and pathetic
sweet and pathetic
sweet and pathetic
sweet and pathetic
sweet and pathetic
sweet and pathetic
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[libnnc]

61. That's why it is important to correct people when they mishear things

[Blue_Roses]

82. no doubt and Sherri even said it, knowing how

it goes

[redstate_democrat]

63. Oh okay. I heard Whoopie say "empathetic" but I thought she was just saying that

I must have heard wrong and I am glad they cleared that up. I was like, dang Michelle! lol! :rofl: Good. I'm glad they cleared that up if that is not what she said.

[Bluerthanblue]

75. yeah- ! what struck me was how

Whoopie, and Joy made sure to clear that up, and then someone said it'd be the next internet slur- :)

I appreciate Michelle's honesty- they way she spoke about not wanting Obama to be in politics because it was a mean business- and when I think Elizabeth said something like "the whole family is fair game-" Michelle said that it hadn't been like that for Obama's senate run- Speaking from her position of experience, not as a talking head. She said her not wanting him to run came from a ..'selfish' ... but appropriately selfish position, one that she altered when she considered the bigger picture of what kind of a leader the country needed. I also liked the way Michelle included Elizabeth in on the conversation talking about how important it is for parents to attend pagents etc- and how much of a commitment it is-

The other thing that Michelle said was in refrence to Obama's encouraging fathers to 'step-up'. Michelle made the point that it wasn't just 'fathers'- and she also explained that this is something he has always felt strongly about, saying the best father he could be would be NOT to emulate his own father- I appreciated that it was shown that Obama was not 'talking-down' but rather addressing his peers- something that is important.

What I saw of it - was really interesting, and I encourage everyone to try and see it.

peace~

[Catherina]

56. ! ROFL

:rofl:

[Hutzpa]

62. Hey..... STOP. ALREADY.

she said EMPHATHETIC.... get it EMPHATHETIC so do not start ubiquitous talking point

when the real culprit is you misheard....thats why they made it a point of stressing

what she said.

[redstate_democrat]

68. Well damn I'm sorry if I misheard! You don't have to get pissy about it.

Michelle can do no wrong in my eyes so it's whatever. I was just trying to actually excuse the comment if she had said it in the first place but she didn't and that is clear now. Thankyouverymuch.

[Hutzpa]

69. I am pissy

for the simple fact that I don't want to see us starting a talking point that the reThuglicans
can use, I'm just sick and tired that most of what the reThuglicans are using now have been
fueled by some of our own Democrats, and most of it have been started by posters from this
forum.

[redstate_democrat]

70. Um, ok. I misheard. Someone cleared it up for me. Relaxchill.

If someone runs with that, I don't think they were waiting for me to post the question on DU. They make shit up, if you haven't noticed.

[Hutzpa]

83. Peace!! =^o^= eom

[Blue_Roses]

86. FWIW- I can understand...

I was sitting close to the TV and the clapping and overtalk drounded out the "em" part or else it would've sounded like pathetic, so no big deal. I think we are all antsy about the repubs looking to jump on anything she says--and it's sad

[Blue_Roses]

78. she said empathetic

[papapi]

59. Closing with announcement that Eel-sleeze-bitch Has-been-beck will be...

on sean hannity. Big f**king deal.

[helderheid]

66. I'll have to wait another hour

:hi:

[Lady-Damai]

76. OMGawd..... I rushed from the gym to see it.....

I wish the show was longer for today. The time went super fast. She did a fabulous job. Everyone was happy to have her there. Elizabeth seemed a little lost. Mattew Broderick was annoying. Whoopi was too jumpy. I loved when she talked about HRC. It kinda made me think twice about my negative behavior during primary. :yoiks:

[Catherina]

87. Those pics! Fabulous THANK YOU and thank you for the Gym comment

because I just realized there are TVs in our gym at work!!

:woohoo:

It'll be on in 15 minutes where I am

[nomaco-10]

77. Whoopi saying she loved Michelle's fashion and was sick of...

seeing black women being interviewed on tv that had no teeth or if they did, were gold or edged in gold, was one of the most ignorant statements I've ever heard. Guess whoopi didn't see Susan Rice this am on msnbc. Michelle didn't respond.

[oviedodem]

80. As an AA I must say some of "us" are our own worst enemies.

[snacker]

81. I thought that a really odd comment by Whoopi...

how was anyone supposed to respond to that?

[Cha]

91. I didn't see it..just following DU,

but, I see nothing but good looking Black Women on tv..I don't know what Whoopi's watching.

They didn't talk about cookie recipes did they?:P

[Lady-Damai]

84. Whoopi was being ignorant more than usual today....

I saw Joy give her few WTF glances.

[Blue_Roses]

88. She was awesome! I really like Michelle Obama

she keeps it real:bounce:

[cboy4]

92. Interesting that Michelle discussed how she likes Pickles.

"That's what I like about Laura Bush. Just calm, rational approach to these issues .. there's a balance, there's a reason people like her is because she's doesn't sort of, you know, fuel the fire."

She said she was touched by "it" and sent her a note about indirectly defending her controversial comment, "...for the first time in my adult lifetime, I'm really proud of my country."

[Blue_Roses]

94. she's not he only one impressed by what Laura Bush said...

I thought it was in very good taste.