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The Soft Sell of First Lady Michelle Obama

One of America's most popular women gave her public support to healthcare reform today. First Lady Michelle Obama spoke about gender discrimination , offering a low-key, soft-spoken message in marked contrast to her husband's full-throated appeals. Nia-Malika Henderson covers the First Lady for Politico .

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By Warren Olney • May 12, 2014 • 1 min read

One of America's most popular women gave her public support to healthcare reform today. First Lady Michelle Obama spoke about gender discrimination, offering a low-key, soft-spoken message in marked contrast to her husband's full-throated appeals. Nia-Malika Henderson covers the First Lady for Politico.

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    Warren Olney

    former KCRW broadcaster

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    Frances Anderton

    architecture critic and author

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    Katie Cooper

    Producer, 'One year Later'

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    Nia-Malika Henderson

    Washington Post

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