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to have been in the room. 
Maybe you haven't noticed but the Obamas don't seem to have any. If Michelle didn't shut her down that heckler would still be yacking. 
Where did you get those pics?
I am still laughing. Thanks so very much QC.
(in this case LGBTQ) I have seen on DU so far. You should be ashamed of yourself.
Just in case you decide to self-delete:
you responded to this post:
with this:
because you are right.
Again, please accept my apology.
Definitely not here on DU, and most definitely not IRL.
There is nothing more important than equality for all, without damn tags attached to it. There is no need to decide what should be done first, it's perfectly realistic to do more then one thing at once.
This is NOT 'gay rights' issue. It affects ALL of us., one way or another. This is Universal Human Rights issue - some of us have more rights and some of us have less rights and there is no reason and no excuse whatsoever for it. It's that simple. At least it is for me.
situation described in the OP.
This is why she would never want to be President. She would have to be in too many faces all the time. She is not patient like her husband. And I love both of them for the opposite characteristics of each.
Jesus Christ. Maybe another Whitehouse.GOV petition was in order...
endless whining on an Internet discussion. board.
Good grief. 
Remind us.
simple question, "what elective office does Michelle Obama hold?" And if you can answer that, then tell us what was the last bill she sheperded through Congress? And then answer, what constitutional amendment gives a first lady the capability to sign an executive order?
This was a stunt, and it may get a couple of days of news coverage like the Benjamin stunt, but what's really happening is you guys are turning potential allies into possible enemies. I know that doesn't bother you, because being a NorquistDogLake luminary, you could care less about building consensus with Democrats, and if I'm honest, I could care less about you guys.
Rudeness to the First Lady won't get what the protestor wants, but she was smart. She chose her venue wisely, because if she did that shit in my neighborhood, where Michelle Obama is revered, the young lady would've had to have security, not to restrain her, but to protect her. Bank on it!
participate in that thread, so I'm not sure what your point is?
And stop fightin'. 
Mark my words.
Tell 'em to stick the mike where the sun don't shine.
I love it.
never liked her in the first place. She sounds like she thinks the common people don't dare to interrupt her or something. Did she say, "Don't you know who I am?"
about me, by the time you all are done, I'll be a combo of Hitler and fucking Ted Bundy, no doubt. 
You keep on telling everyone who you disagree with they are on ignore though. It will be a nice and quiet restful place for you. 
I must be an evil person then huh? Maybe worse than Charlie Manson even, for this crime?
Now that is right winger territory.
When we have the likes of Chris Christie being practically abusive to people who disagree, FLOTUS dares to respond very civilly to a rude interrupter, and she gets the finger-wag for being not as "classy" as her husband...whom many around here hate, but in this case, let's use him to compare FLOTUS unfavorably.
"Good luck advocating from there!!!!"?? Does the sun rise and set on you?
What's more important, the President signing an executive order or a wealthy donor signing a check.
Hmmmm . . . .
:idea:
Pretty clear choice. Take the mic and say why the order should be signed. Anyone who didn't want to listen could retire to the music room and sign their checks in peace.
for the win.
yet I wish Michelle had bitch slapped her after karate chopping her in the throat..
That's how socks get busted. 
It was time to let the First Lady speak. If Ellen Sturz' goal was to get people talking about this.. then she succeeded.
The people at the Fundraising obviously wanted to hear from the First Lady.. they know she has their back.
The incident came hours after White House press secretary Jay Carney reiterated the president’s focus being on legislation, the Employment Non-Discrimination Act, that would ban most private employers from discriminating on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity, and not the proposed executive order
http://www.buzzfeed.com/chrisgeidner/michelle-obama-heckled-for-presidents-inaction-on-proposed-l
Looks like the President is wanting this to work through the Legislative Process because I believe it would be stronger. We'll see how it works out.
Wonder what Prez Obama said to Michelle tonight?
"Honey,
That's what he better have said..
16 states already have anti-discrimination laws in place - and another 5 for discrimination for sexuality, but not gender identity:
http://www.hrc.org/resources/entry/an-important-step-toward-workplace-equality-an-executive-order-on-federal-c
All this is proposing is that federal contractors have to catch up with the better states in the country.
In my opinion fight for the legislation is the best option.
A lot of times I just don't contribute my opinion at all, because the context is so volatile on so many deeply felt issues that all the "cool reason" in the world won't work...
Getting tired of the 24-7 disrespect of this First Family. 
This is yet ANOTHER reason I like Michelle Obama: She doesn't take crap. I follow her example (I've followed it for years, but she has finally re-popularized the practice for liberals). One thing is certain: Bullies WILL continue to practice their bidness if they get whines about "being bullied." When they get backed up by a strong person, there is a good chance the bully will discontinue the practice, and better yet, others will see the example and follow that strong person's lead. I'll go with the odds on this, and I hope others will as well.
They key here is others will see the example and follow that strong person's lead.
I sincerely hope my humble explanation is of sufficient clarity.
I'm sure I need no explanation, humble or otherwise. 
