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Michelle Obama: Smart speech, sassy dress

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photo courtesy of the Associated Press

photo courtesy of the Associated Press

When Michelle Obama appeared on stage last night at the Democratic National Convention, I felt nervous. Not only for what she would say, but also because I feared she had made a huge fashion mistake with that starburst brooch. However, quickly into her speech, all of my fears were laid to rest. Obama was smart, smooth, warm, accessible and powerful. I loved the message of her speech, the idealism, the American dreaminess of it. I know this is exactly how I was supposed to feel, that these particular words were put together so I would respond in this particular way. But it still got me (in fact, I'm embarrassed to say, there were points when I had chills--then again, I'm a sucker for love, moms, kids and bootstrap-success stories).
And as for the dress? I still think the front bling flower was a little odd, but the shape and color were both gorgeous. It looked good on her, it suited her frame and was far, far superior to some of the uptight, dowdy-horrible suits we've seen at these things. Part 2 of Michelle Obama's speech, after the jump.

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  • Purpleamythstone's Avatar
    Posted by Purpleamythstone Tue Aug 26, 2008 10:38am PDT

    Mrs. Obama ROCKS! She is the true essence of style and class!

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  • MochaMama42's Avatar
    Posted by MochaMama42 Tue Aug 26, 2008 10:48am PDT

    Yes, not a fan of her dress, however, she was eloquent, heart-felt, and just totally classy.

    She is without question,a first lady.

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  • Goddess's Avatar
    Posted by Goddess Tue Aug 26, 2008 10:52am PDT

    She looked amazing. Her speech seemed natural and heartfelt.

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  • springtime's Avatar
    Posted by springtime Tue Aug 26, 2008 11:06am PDT

    Loved the dress! It fit perfectly..., not a crease or bulge anywhere. The brooch accentuated the scalloped neckline and added a focal point to what would have been just a plain sheath without it. Just enough bling. Nice color for end of summer.

    I liked her speech... especially since she wrote it herself. Classy lady.

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  • PORKCHOP's Avatar
    Posted by PORKCHOP Tue Aug 26, 2008 11:27am PDT

    I thought she looked beautiful. Thank gawd she didn't wear a pantsuit!

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  • yvonne's Avatar
    Posted by yvonne Tue Aug 26, 2008 11:36am PDT

    ok, the starburst broach kept taking my attention from what she was saying...Great color, but her hair was AWESOME! I pray for beautiful bouncy hair like that. She was phenomenal

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  • pigpen's Avatar
    Posted by pigpen Tue Aug 26, 2008 11:42am PDT

    Well, it sounds like boat_rohker got all the Republican National Committee's spam emails...

    Michelle delivered a beautiful, thoughtful and inspiring speech. I wouldn't expect any less from such an intelligent lady :)

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  • ReneeW's Avatar
    Posted by ReneeW Tue Aug 26, 2008 11:42am PDT

    What is wrong with you women. The Obama's are a disgrace to America. Everyone keeps saying how much they love them because they're for change. But, what are they really going to do???? Who cares what she wore is that really what matters???? If it does than lets get Ralph Lauren in office.

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  • G's Avatar
    Posted by G Tue Aug 26, 2008 11:45am PDT

    She is a Goddess. Graceful, intelligent, articulate, warm and truly a women of today. I think she looked perfect. She knows how to command an audience. Thank God for the Obamas. For the first time in 8 years I feel hopefully about our country again. Obama 08"

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  • kristina's Avatar
    Posted by kristina Tue Aug 26, 2008 11:59am PDT

    She looked awesome, and classey, not over done

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