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Archive for January, 2009

Obamas dance to ‘At Last’(2)

By LISA TOLIN, Associated Press Writer

source: yahoo news
WASHINGTON – “At Last” may have been just what President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle were thinking Tuesday night as they glided through their first inaugural dance to the Etta James classic.
The Obamas were the star attraction at the Neighborhood Ball, the first of 10 inaugural celebrations [...]

Which Michelle Look Do You Like?(1)

Which Of Michelle Obama’s Looks Do You Like Best?

Lately I can’t get that silly little YouTube ditty “I got a crush on Obama” out of my head–although I’m picturing the object of my style affection, Mrs. O, instead of her (admittedly adorable) husband. While we wait (for what seems like forever!) to see what [...]

Equal Pay and Rights of Working Women - A Priority of Congress in 2009(0)

Equal Pay and Rights of Working Women - A Priority of Congress in 2009

Pay Equity the Intent of Lilly Ledbetter and Paycheck Fairness Acts
As the 111th Congress convened in January 2009, Democratic majorities in both the House and the Senate moved forward with legislation aimed at women in the workplace.
On January 9, the US House [...]

Cyberstalking Awareness(11)

For January Stalking Awareness Month, 9 Articles About Cyberstalking Every Woman Should Read
January is National Stalking Awareness Month, and this year marks the fifth anniversary of its observance. So why haven’t you heard about it?
Probably because “there is still a widespread lack of information on the crime of stalking. A good number of people still [...]

Anticipation Over The First Lady’s Inaugural Gown(0)

Designers are clamoring to design the Inaugural Gown for Michelle Obama. Up until this point, she particularly chooses low-key, native Chicagoan designers. However, the expectations are extremely high for this historical event. Some designers have been closed-mouth about their sketches, choosing to keep their ideas to themselves than being assumptive about Michelle’s design choices. After [...]