Marian Robinson

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Arianna Huffington | Posted 12.16.2008 | Living


Arianna Huffington

My favorite story of the week was the news that Michelle Obama's mother will be coming to live with the first family in the White House -- there to help Malia and Sasha make the transition to a new school, new friends, and the presidential spotlight. As my own mother lived with us -- a soulful presence in my daughters' lives -- I know firsthand there is nothing like a Yaya (Greek for grandmother). "First Granny" Marian Robinson's White House move provides a powerful teachable moment for America, offering the perfect solution to both our nation's child care crisis, and the cultural black mark of abandoning our seniors in old age homes. You've been sending great suggestions for issues and guests for Rachel Maddow's show, which I'm guest hosting on Monday. Please keep submitting them in the comments section.

Will 'First Granny' Marian Robinson Move Into The White House? (PHOTOS, VIDEO)

The Huffington Post | Willow Lindley | Posted 12.13.2008 | Style


There's been a lot of speculation that Michelle Obama's 71-year-old mother, Marian Robinson, will be moving to the White House with her family in Janu...

Marian Robinson, Madelyn Dunham: The Obama Grandmother-Effect

ABC News | LAUREN COX | Posted 12.11.2008 | Politics


The role of grandmothers, those often underappreciated backup caregivers in so many millions of families, has already been spotlighted by the nation's...

DNC Act One Failure: The One-Size-Fits-All Messaging

Brad Parker | Posted 09.26.2008 | Home


Brad Parker

It is fair to say that none of the players in our drama were to blame. On the contrary, they all did their bits in earnest but, strangely, there was precious little sauce on the Q at this festive soul session.

Marian Robinson: The "Linchpin" Of The Obama Campaign

Boston Globe | Posted 08.25.2008 | Home


***Updated 8/25, 6 PM*** Marian Robinson spoke with USA Today to say that she's nervous for her daughter, Michelle Obama, who will speak tonight at ...