Facts about Michelle Obama - First Lady "The Closer"
Michelle Obama undertook the role of First Lady to Barack Obama, the 16th President of the United States who served in office since January 20, 2009.  What was the life of Michelle Obama like? The Facts about Michelle Obama covers important information, dates and interesting facts about her birth, her early life, her family, her personality with a biography and the accomplishments of Michelle Obama as the First Lady of the United States of America.

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Facts about Michelle Obama: Fact Sheet of Michelle Obama
Facts and Info: This fast fact sheet provides important information about Michelle Obama, First Lady of the United States of America.

Michelle Obama Fact Sheet - The First Lady of President Barack Obama

Date Michelle Obama entered White House as First Lady: January 20, 2009

When and where was Michelle Obama born?  

She was born on January 17, 1964 in Chicago, Illinois

The name of her parents: Fraser Robinson III & Marian Shields Robinson. She was well educated and attended Princeton University after which she attended Harvard Law School

She is his wife

She married Barack on October 3, 1992

The names of their children are Malia Ann (1998 – present), Natasha "Sasha" (2001 – present)

Michelle Obama Fact Sheet - The First Lady of President Barack Obama

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Facts about Michelle Obama: Fast Overview of Events in the White House
Facts and Info: Michelle Obama assumed the position of First Lady to President Barack Obama. She witnessed the important events of his presidency that included the economic crisis at home, combating the effects of the recession and the on-going fight against terrorism and the death of Osama bin Laden.

Personality and Character: Michelle Obama Quotes
Facts and Info: An insight into the personal views, character and personality of this First Lady may be obtained from the following Michelle Obama quotes:

"...I come here as a daughter, raised on the South Side of Chicago - by a father who was a blue-collar city worker and a mother who stayed at home with my brother and me." Michelle Obama quote

"I never cut class. I liked being smart. I liked being on time.
I thought being smart is cooler than anything in the world." Michelle Obama quote

Facts about Michelle Obama: Her Nickname "The Closer"
Facts and Info: This First Lady was known by the nickname of "The Closer" during campaigning because she is skilled at persuading undecided voters to sign pledge cards - closing the deal

Facts about Michelle Obama: First Events
Facts and Info: She is first African American first lady and is also the first to tweet on January 12, 2012 and to host a Google+ Hangout on June 29th 2013 from Johannesburg, South Africa.

Facts about the Causes and Accomplishments of Michelle Obama
Facts and Info: First Ladies are not elected so have no official role. Their accomplishments are therefore based on their own particular wishes that ranged from political interests, humanitarian and charitable causes or duties relating to their family or social responsibilities. The causes and accomplishments of Michelle Obama were demonstrated in her support of military families, parent awareness and her 'Let’s Move' initiative that was created to help to solve the problem of childhood obesity.

Facts about Michelle Obama: The Early Life of Michelle Obama
Facts and Info: Michelle Obama was born on January 17, 1964 in Chicago, Illinois. Her parents were Fraser Robinson III & Marian Shields Robinson. Her father was a blue-collar worker who was employed as a pump operator for the Chicago Water Department. Michelle was encourage to work hard and she was well educated at Princeton University studying sociology and African-American studies after which she attended Harvard Law School. She met Barack Obama in 1988 whilst she was employed by the Chicago law firm Sidley & Austin. The couple became engaged in 1991 and were married on 3 October, 1992 at Trinity United Church of Christ, Chicago, Illinois. Michelle was 28 years old and Barack Obama was 31 years old. Barack and Michelle Obama had two children, their daughter's names are Malia Ann (1998 – present), Natasha "Sasha" (2001 – present). Michelle Obama was initially wary of her husband's political ambitions but soon she diligently campaigned on his behalf and supported him in his career which led them both to the White House.

Facts about Michelle Obama: Life at the White House
Facts and Info: Barack Obama was elected President of the United States and Michelle Obama assumed the role as First Lady on January 20, 2009. As First Lady, she has focused her attention on social issues. Michelle Obama has fulfilled her social role as First Lady hosting various events and parties at the White House with a unique mixture of graciousness and friendliness. Her beauty and elegance has attracted constant attention from the media and women follow her styles in fashion. Michelle Obama has always stressed that her most important role is as the mother of her two daughters. Her interest in diet and health has led her to support the organic food movement. Her interest and sincerity for this cause is demonstrated by her instructions to the White House chefs and kitchens to prepare organic food for both White House guests and her family. In 2012, she announced a new fitness program for kids as part of her Let's Move initiative. Barack Obama was re-elected president in November 2012 and was sworn in for a second term on January 20, 2013.