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The Obamas have two daughters, Malia and Sasha, who have learned their mother’s emphasis on timeliness well. Michelle mentioned, “If they’re doing anything with me, they are early,” indicating her commitment to instilling these values in her children.
Michelle has consistently expressed gratitude for her marriage, even amidst the challenges that come with public life, including Barack's presidential campaigns. In a previous podcast episode from 2018, she articulated how the couple’s shared journey, even through its toughest moments, has ultimately brought them closer. “I wouldn’t trade in my marriage for anything in the world,” she stated, emphasizing that while their life has been filled with ups and downs, the positives far outweigh the negatives.