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Thursday, April 12, 2012

First lady plugs Joining Forces on ‘Colbert’

First lady plugs Joining Forces on ‘Colbert’
The Associated Press
Posted : Thursday Apr 12, 2012 8:14:53 EDT

WASHINGTON — First lady Michelle Obama appeared Wednesday on Comedy Central’s “The Colbert Report” to plug the anniversary of her Joining Forces initiative designed to honor U.S. troops and their families, particularly by helping find employment for veterans returning from war.

“We have seen people hiring our veterans and finding wonderful flexible opportunities for spouses because employment is a key issue for these families,” Mrs. Obama said of the program she began with Jill Biden, the vice president’s wife.
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Michelle Obama on Colbert Report
April 11, 2012 - Michelle Obama Views: 7,410 Aired: 04/11/12 Episode: 08084 Troops and their families face unique economic challenges, Stephen trains a Marine to be a pundit, and Michelle Obama voices support for military families.

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