One of the best things said at either political convention so far was said Tuesday night by First Lady Michelle Obama. The comment had nothing to do with government, domestic policy or some great unmentioned strategy waiting for us if her husband gets a second term.
A Massachusetts caused a stir when she refused to join a program that would allow food stamp recipients to purchase her tasty desserts. But her reasons make a lot of sense.
I’ve worked in television long enough to know that it’s pointless to utter phrases like, “Now I’ve heard everything!” But this is the kind of story, had I not learned said lesson, that might make me say such a thing.
The scenario is enough to make anyone upset and ready to take action: a poor, 100-year-old woman facing a bill for nearly $200,000 to stay in her home. Until you know a few more details.