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I believe that each of us-no matter what our age or background or walk of life-each of us has something to contribute to the life of this nation.

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Michelle Obama
Age: 60
Born: 1964
Born: January 17
Former First Lady Of The United States
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Michelle LaVaughn Obama
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Michelle LaVaughn Obama née Robinson
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