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First Lady Michelle Obama and Disney’s Doc McStuffins saluted military veterans and their children at the White House yesterday.
The first lady hosted military children at a showing of the Disney Channel show that dealt with military deployments and the effects on families.
“On Veterans Day, we celebrate families like yours because your moms and dads, and maybe for some of you your grandparents, or aunts or uncles, or brothers and sisters are serving our country, and they’re making sure it’s safe for everybody in this country,” Obama said before the screening.
“We’re so proud of them, but, more importantly, we’re proud of you all,” she continued.
Americans are proud of military children because “your moms and dads couldn’t do what they do unless you were really smart, really kind and really patient,” the first lady said.
Doc McStuffins is aimed at younger children. The show features a young lady – Dottie McStuffins – who wants to grow up to be a doctor like her mother. When she wears a stethoscope, her toys come to life and she ensures they are well and follows the medical rules in her “Big Book of Boo-boos.” She also gives advice to young watchers on staying healthy.
Obama’s emphasis this week continues her efforts to improve the life of service members, veterans and their families. She and Dr. Jill Biden, the wife of Vice President Joe Biden, have worked tirelessly on the Joining Forces campaign. The organization looks to hire veterans and inform the American people of the contributions vets make each and every day.
A key part of the campaign recognizes families, and Obama told the McStuffins audience that, too. “You guys are sacrificing just as much as your moms and dads are, and we are so very, very proud of you,” she said. “Do you know that?”
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Story by Jim Garamone, DoD News, Defense Media Activity
| Date Taken: | 11.10.2014 |
| Date Posted: | 07.03.2025 10:31 |
| Story ID: | 504992 |
| Location: | WASHINGTON, US |
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