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DC Schools Clamoring for Obama Girls

Michelle visits private schools competing for first kids

By Kevin Spak, Newser Staff

Posted Nov 15, 2008 2:12 PM CST

(Newser) – The politicos are debating Barack Obama's cabinet, but Washington’s parents are intent on another Presidential speculation: Where will the Obama girls go to school? Michelle Obama toured two of DC’s top private schools last week, and a third top academy is also thought... Read full story »

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