Michelle Obama: Obesity Epidemic Unacceptable

Alternet.org
June 17, 2009Personal Health

Don't be misled, either by the occasion -- an address at the White House to fifth graders - or the charm of the person speaking. Michelle Obama has just launched a major campaign for healthy eating, a campaign that will rile deeply moneyed vested interests.


Great stuff. And considering the detailed content of the speech, those are mighty smart fifth graders!



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