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Dedicated to Michelle Obama: Do I make you proud?

By Michelle Malkin  •  May 15, 2008 08:17 PM

The Tennessee GOP has a welcome video for Michelle Obama. It’s a pointed rejoinder to the infamous remarks she made about her lack of pride in America. Go watch it here. (Hat tip - Allahpundit.)

Betting pool: How long before John McCain condemns another state Republican Party for exposing the Obama juggernaut’s radical left-wing roots–and will he bother to watch the video this time before he opens his mouth?

On a more inspiring note, here’s a wonderful tribute to America’s finest that someone set to Taylor Hicks’ “Do I Make You Proud?”

I dedicate it to Mrs. Obama:

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  1. #1
    On May 15th, 2008 at 8:30 pm, Jeddite said:

    Condemnation from John McCain at 8:05AM EST 5-16-2008

  2. #2
    On May 15th, 2008 at 8:31 pm, rplatt said:

    You know . . . the political scum in this country simply don’t deserve these brave, dedicated young people.

  3. #3
    On May 15th, 2008 at 8:38 pm, ajmontana said:

    Don’t cha just feel like Bi_c# slappin her.
    line borrowed from lame brain commenter.

  4. #4
    On May 15th, 2008 at 8:40 pm, tbear44 said:

    Obummer camp already sniveling about it. Someone call a wahhhambulance.

  5. #5
    On May 15th, 2008 at 8:45 pm, Armigerous said:

    Well,I grew up in Tennessee,and if I still lived there,I would probably have contributed to the making of this video in some fashion….so I really don’t give a fat baby’s butt what Johnny Boy thinks about whether or not it is unseemly….I’ve about had a gutful of his self righteous priggery anyway…If I want to finance or produce a video fragging Obama,I will do so and if Johnny doesn’t like it then I’ll just have to start calling him Charley Keating’s punk

  6. #6
    On May 15th, 2008 at 8:46 pm, ajmontana said:

    I liked dana perino’s presser today regarding the Presidents comments in Israel that the Oblahma camp got worked up over.
    Something along the lines of “when you’re running for President everything isn’t about you.”
    slam dunk Dana!

  7. #7
    On May 15th, 2008 at 8:53 pm, shooter said:

    I wonder if the obama KIDS have ever been proud of America, or if mom will ever allow them to be?

  8. #8
    On May 15th, 2008 at 9:02 pm, shooter said:

    Thanks to the De Guzmans and the Armed Forces!!!!

    Great vid and we ARE SOOOO PROUD!

  9. #9
    On May 15th, 2008 at 9:04 pm, Tennessee Dave said:

    I’m proud to see my fellow Tennesseans standing tall and telling it like it should be.
    As to the video embedded in this post, stuff like that always makes me realize what a priviledge it is to serve my country and the honor & pride I have in my fellow servicemembers.
    I thank everyone for allowing me to serve. I am, and have always been, proud of the United States of America.

  10. #10
    On May 15th, 2008 at 9:21 pm, zorro said:

    Great video. Hooray for Tennessee! For Obama and “Charley Keating’s punk”, nothing but Boooo’s

  11. #11
    On May 15th, 2008 at 9:25 pm, katieanne said:

    Absolutely beautiful…and no, I seriously doubt that Michelle Obama is proud of our military. Pride in her country is apparently not part of her makeup unless it concerns her husband being president.

  12. #12
    On May 15th, 2008 at 9:29 pm, juliesa said:

    That’s a beautiful video, something that Mrs Obama should learn from, if she were only capable, which I doubt she is.

    I’m sorry, however, that michellemalkin.com is dedicated to seeing that Mrs Obama becomes First Lady. This blog is the anyone-but-McCain blog. An Obama victory would make most of the people here very happy.

  13. #13
    On May 15th, 2008 at 9:32 pm, Anthony Scott said:

    A few cases of adult beverages have been donated to my nearest National Guard outfit under the heading of “Outstanding job, laddies. Here are some brewskies for ya!”

    Libs and leftards can go get sutffed. I smell hypocrisy over Bush’s comments.

    ~saunters off to drink with the troops~

  14. #14
    On May 15th, 2008 at 9:34 pm, NotaSlickFan said:

    MO can shove her belated and selfish pride where the sun does not shine. Where’s the MSM when racists like her are self-exposed? Super job by the Tennessee GOP (take that McCain/Republicrat!). Tennessee Dave, I thank you and am proud of your sacrifice’s for this country.

  15. #15
    On May 15th, 2008 at 9:42 pm, capitalist4ever said:

    Have to agree with above poster. John Mccain is going to be the Republican nominee. If you don’t get behind him, your other choice will be Obama. Now really, do you think he is a better choice? At what point does this blog try to help elect the Republican nominee?

  16. #16
    On May 15th, 2008 at 9:42 pm, FloridaBill said:

    TennesseeDave:

    This very humble American thanks you, and your family, for protecting me.

    Hats off to you!

    Please stay safe!

  17. #17
    On May 15th, 2008 at 9:44 pm, Rohan said:

    Every time I see our absolutely magnificent fighting men and women it fills me with pride. I am astounded we continue to get such incredible people to protect us. It also depresses the hell out of me that we have such absolute scum in Washington, DC. The idiots/vermin in DC are not qualified to clean out the latrines of our military.

  18. #18
    On May 15th, 2008 at 9:45 pm, docflash said:

    Where do the trolls go when we have a post like this?

  19. #19
    On May 15th, 2008 at 9:48 pm, atxcowgirl said:

    Great video. It’s one of those that catch you in the back of your throat and the middle of your chest. Does that make me proud?

  20. #20
    On May 15th, 2008 at 9:57 pm, WORK949 said:

    Those Soldiers, Marines, Sailors and Airmen in the “Do I Make You Proud?” video are the best in the world. We owe them all a debt we can never repay. I owe my deceased father, who fought in the jungles of China, Burma and India during WWII, a debt I could never repay.

    Michelle Obama just absoutely reeks of anger, resentment, hate and vitriol. Look at the woman’s face. This is not a happy person. Even a $335,000.00 a year job and a pedigree from an Ivy League University could not produce an ounce of gratitude or appreciation for being born here.

    I cannot imagine how she is going to embarass us as First Lady.

  21. #21
    On May 15th, 2008 at 9:58 pm, WORK949 said:

    We are so screwed.

  22. #22
    On May 15th, 2008 at 10:10 pm, PatriotRider said:

    To all these slime ball politicians I quote Toby Kieth:

    You’ll be sorry you messed with the U.S. of A. We’ll put a boot in your ass, it’s the American way.”

    Straight up or out you go.

  23. #23
    On May 15th, 2008 at 10:11 pm, Conservatives R Us said:

    Thank you Michelle. I need to be reminded there are like minded individuals who are proud of the greatest country in the world! The United States of America. When I woke up that morning and read Michele O’s statement I was outraged. Even then I was able to think of so many reasons to be proud of these United States, who has shed more blood and taken nothing in return!! We give more aid then any other country too. But people like Michelle O, et al will never be satisfied and appreciate this wonderful land we were privledged to be born in, yes privledged. I thank God I was born here!! And thank our brave troops from the past to the future that withhold all that is honorable. God Bless them all!!

  24. #24
    On May 15th, 2008 at 10:13 pm, Rohan said:

    I wrote a long, angry comment about Michelle Obama, but WORK949 sums it up: “We Are So Screwed”.

  25. #25
    On May 15th, 2008 at 10:15 pm, right_on said:

    Great song! Michelle Ashamebama won’t get it. Besides, Taylor Hicks is white, and has no idea of what it’s like to be black in America! Plus, how dare any white person throw her “not proud” words back in her face, racist pig! Y-e-a-h….

  26. #26
    On May 15th, 2008 at 10:23 pm, feebiebabe said:

    Lovely song. God Bless our Troops.

  27. #27
    On May 15th, 2008 at 10:28 pm, Dimsdale said:

    On May 15th, 2008 at 9:45 pm, docflash said:

    Where do the trolls go when we have a post like this?

    It is called “scurrying back under the rock they came from when the light of day shines on them.”

    Almost lends a vampirish quality to them, doesn’t it?

  28. #28
    On May 15th, 2008 at 10:33 pm, atxcowgirl said:

    Don’t forget to show your pride this Sat May 17!
    Armed Forces Day is observed in the United States on the third Saturday in May to honor those serving in the American armed forces.

  29. #29
    On May 15th, 2008 at 11:39 pm, old trooper said:

    The Obamas are ENTITLED. Didn’t you know that?

    The rest of US had to get OUR hands dirty to EARN less while ungrateful ENTITLED types had it GIVEN to THEM.

    28 years Active Duty and very damn PROUD to have served this Great Nation!

  30. #30
    On May 15th, 2008 at 11:40 pm, ArmoredCAV said:

    Nice work. A bit too much Air Force, though… I only saw one Bradley, and no tanks; how about some balance!

  31. #31
    On May 15th, 2008 at 11:47 pm, Coregis said:

    My son was born in Guatemala, and adopted at 7 months. He’s 7 now, and he’s starting to understand how lucky we are to have him, and how tough it is in other countries. Every day I thank God about our luck to live in the United States. Can’t wait to see Gen. Petraus at the Army War College in Carlisle, PA on Saturday!

  32. #32
    On May 16th, 2008 at 12:18 am, spo-con said:

    Very proud, yes sir, very proud indeed.

  33. #33
    On May 16th, 2008 at 12:27 am, CC said:

    Yes, you do make me very, very proud. And there are plenty of people in this magnificent country who’ve got your backs, even if the wimpy, manicured left doesn’t.

    I saw a wonderful quote the other day:

    If you can’t support our troops, feel free to stand in front of them.

  34. #34
    On May 16th, 2008 at 12:35 am, Tennessee Dave said:

    I just found this video. A modern George Patton speech. Barry and Michelle should watch it-as should all Americans.

  35. #35
    On May 16th, 2008 at 1:26 am, BrianNY said:

    #34 dave said:

    I just found this video. A modern George Patton speech. Barry and Michelle should watch it-as should all Americans.

    Great video Dave. I still love the line from the original…something like, “We’re gonna cut through those Hun bastards like crap through a tin goose.”
    Good stuff. We need more Pattons.

  36. #36
    On May 16th, 2008 at 1:43 am, JoAnn in VA said:

    Yes, you do make me proud. All of you out there in harms way keeping us safe. May God bless and bring you all home to your families alive and well.

    Smiling through tears is my favorite emotion, to paraphrase Steel Magnolias.

    Remember Matthew Obester and Jacob Conrad, my 2 nephews currently serving in Baghdad.

  37. #37
    On May 16th, 2008 at 5:03 am, MDH3 said:

    Any American who isn’t proud of this country hasn’t been paying attention.

    Confession: knowing the subject of the embedded video, I couldn’t get past the first few seconds without tearing up. In less than a week, the closest thing I ever had to a son is leaving for his second tour of Iraq. Proud doesn’t even begin to describe it.

    Go with God, Corpsman Morales.

  38. #38
    On May 16th, 2008 at 6:27 am, TMoney said:

    Up at 4am.

    Coffee.

    Tears of overwhelming pride in my country, my brothers and sisters in the uniform representing the greatest nation on earth.

  39. #39
    On May 16th, 2008 at 7:04 am, Guddommelighet said:

    WOW suprised to see alot of my Airmen bretheren. Usually you see mostly army and marines in these.

  40. #40
    On May 16th, 2008 at 8:18 am, abstractmind said:

    good stuff :) keep it coming :)

  41. #41
    On May 16th, 2008 at 8:20 am, MamaTod said:

    To my two USMC sons and the men and women who serve alongside you in the military of the United States of America: YES! YOU MAKE ME PROUD!

    Thank you.

  42. #42
    On May 16th, 2008 at 8:54 am, terrig said:

    Wow, what a wonderful video and song. I also think a bit too much of the Air Force ;), but it is an excellent video.
    Hmmh, notice the trolls are missing in action if there is anything positive, ever about the military. Sorry suckers but guess they have to huddle together as the Keyboard Warrior Brigade in mom’s basement.

  43. #43
    On May 16th, 2008 at 8:58 am, cpodug said:

    Damn - I’ve got to stop looking at things like that when I get to work - now I can’t see my monitor!

    My heart overflows with pride in the world’s finest military.

    *Hand Salute - Two*

  44. #44
    On May 16th, 2008 at 9:04 am, sonofdy said:

    code pink mode on/ All I see is mass murdering rapist who I somehow still claim to support code pink mode off/

    Good video. Some liberals could gain alot from watching it.

  45. #45
    On May 16th, 2008 at 9:14 am, sonofdy said:

    BTW never think I am attacking the military, I am in my 14th year myself (for gods sake don’t thank me for my service, I don’t do it for that, and it just makes me feel werid) so I will always defend the guys who are deployed. On another note, the song “proud to be an american” has been played every time I have returned from deployment. They need a new song. ;-)

  46. #46
    On May 16th, 2008 at 9:18 am, BobK said:

    Tennessee Dave.

    Thank you for your service from an old Army Vet (1961-1967).

  47. #47
    On May 16th, 2008 at 9:33 am, sambo said:

    right_on said:
    Besides, Taylor Hicks is white, and has no idea of what it’s like to be black in America!

    and I bet Taylor Hicks has never been called the N word!

    Born in Tennessee and live in NC. Proud of both states. oh yeah, and my country!

  48. #48
    On May 16th, 2008 at 9:35 am, Blind_Mule said:

    sonofdy said:
    Good video. Some liberals could gain alot from watching it.

    Wishful thinking?

  49. #49
    On May 16th, 2008 at 9:39 am, DanVanSmak said:

    Dear Mrs. Obama,

    Yes, the American military (and all the great things they do) make me proud. You, on the other hand, just creep me out.

    Signed,
    “Weird Al” Yankovic

    * out *

  50. #50
    On May 16th, 2008 at 9:43 am, sonofdy said:

    blind mule, they would watch it to be politicaly correct then claim to support the troops while doing the best to oppose the troops and thier mission. I actualy prefer the honest libs who just openly hate the troops. At least you know with them where the knife is coming from.

  51. #51
    On May 16th, 2008 at 9:44 am, Frankly Opinionated said:

    As stated- Excellent Video with an excellent song. Proud to be American? I live under the flight path for many C-130 cargo planes here just north of Eglin AFB. I get a lump every time one flies over. Also, “MY Troops” are the RANGER training unit here. Among the best, Leading the way for America. Mousey Michelle has no concept of real pride. She is so caught up in herself, that she can’t see the light.
    nuf sed

  52. #52
    On May 16th, 2008 at 9:49 am, djandrew said:

    I’m such a sap that I’ve always liked that song. What a beautiful video and I will forever think of it when I hear the song. I loved starting my morning with this today. When I see the troops I always get such a swelling of pride in my heart. I marvel where some people get such courage and bravery. Yesterday it was over 100 degrees here in Northern CA and I was complaining when my husband asked me to help him stain the cedar on the front of the house. I won’t complain again when I think of our men and women in Iraq and Afghanastan wearing all their battle gear in the heat. Thanks Michelle.

  53. #53
    On May 16th, 2008 at 10:00 am, Blind_Mule said:

    I’m proud to be American considering my odds of being born in the U.S. is like 1 in 2 million, I not only proud but I feel very blessed to have been born here, maybe MO should consider this when she regurgitates this crap out of her mouth.
    Sorry forgot liberals don’t consider how rediculous or factual their statements are.

  54. #54
    On May 16th, 2008 at 10:19 am, tencz58 said:

    SALUTE to “OUR” troops . You are America and “YES” you make us proud . Your the Cream of the Crop

  55. #55
    On May 16th, 2008 at 10:30 am, FirstSkirt said:

    I regret that Michelle O. will never experience the incredible pride that I did the first time I put on my AF dress blues. I was so thankful to represent the United States of America. And, 20 years later, when I took off that uniform for the last time, tears of sadness for not being able to wear it again, but, once again the incredible pride of having been HONORED to serve the people of this wonderful nation. I salute all vets everywhere and that song’s answer is, “Yes, You do make me proud” God Bless America. Please display your flag on May 17th.

  56. #56
    On May 16th, 2008 at 10:31 am, b4itsover said:

    I went to my sons Spring Concert last night and the finale was God Bless the USA. My son and a fellow recent army signee (both part of the choir) came out in uniform during the song. It’s not hard to find reasons to be proud of this country, you really need look only as far as some of the fine young people we have growing up in this world. My son is a junior this year and goes to boot camp this summer (Fort Jackson) and I cannot express how proud I am of him and all the men choosing to serve at this time. http://video.yahoo.com/watch/2680123/7844363

  57. #57
    On May 16th, 2008 at 10:42 am, sonofdy said:

    b4itsover. Fort jackson? My wife went there. Tell him to keep his mouth shut and do what he is told and he will do fine. Basic is 90% mental, 10% physicial though it sure doesn’t feel like it at the time. If he keeps focused and motivated, he will be fine.

  58. #58
    On May 16th, 2008 at 11:21 am, shark said:

    Michelle Obama will be another in a line of Democrat First Ladies that hate the military. She’d probably be uncomfortable with them wearing uniforms in the White House, too.

    Maybe they’ll freeze military pay for years, too, like the Clintons did. Wouldn’t be surprising, considering the plans Barack has for our military future.

  59. #59
    On May 16th, 2008 at 11:24 am, walterc said:

    b4itsover, watching that video of those young people helps me keep a little faith in the future of America. We see, hear and read so much anti Americanism now days, that I sometimes feel depressed about the future of my Grandchildren.

    Your son’s class has restored me for a while.

  60. #60
    On May 16th, 2008 at 12:06 pm, jbirish said:

    The march is on by proud Americans! Keep it coming. Blast it all over youtube. Those with the talent to do so, please contribute your work!

    TAKE OUR AMERICA BACK!

  61. #61
    On May 16th, 2008 at 12:24 pm, rightwingmom said:

    Very moving video. Thanks for posting it.

    As for Mrs. Obama, she could careless about our opinion. She is so self-absorbed, only our exposure of her elitest snobbery ticks her off.

    Keep up the good work!

  62. #62
    On May 16th, 2008 at 1:18 pm, Scooter36 said:

    Last time I checked, MO wasn’t running for POTUS…according to Cindy McCain, the wives aren’t running, so they shouldnt matter. This is a non issue people.

  63. #63
    On May 16th, 2008 at 1:57 pm, sonofdy said:

    Michelle Obama should not matter, the trouble is she shows signs of being every bit involved as hillary was. We don’t vote for first lady and they shouldn’t be making policy. PERIOD.

  64. #64
    On May 16th, 2008 at 2:08 pm, terrig said:

    Well the one liberal toad who did show up didn’t comment on the substance just on how it thinks MObummer is a non-issue. She may be the First Lady and while no she’s not running, she like Hillary did in 92, has inserted herself into the landscape of the election by telling us how hard her life is with that Princeton and Harvard Law degree, how mean we are as a country and how terrible it is here (while thousands of illegals come a month), and how she’s not proud of her country.

  65. #65
    On May 16th, 2008 at 2:13 pm, Scooter36 said:

    boo frickn hoo terrig….you’re beating this dead horse to a pulp…you dont want to talk about Cindy McCain and her Sudan investments, do ya dear?

  66. #66
    On May 16th, 2008 at 3:07 pm, Django said:

    Anybody else notice YouTube censoring comments even more than usual? They seem to be erasing conservative statements even more than usual.

  67. #67
    On May 16th, 2008 at 9:41 pm, terrig said:

    Grow up Scooty. You have no respect for those who serve just like the Obummers don’t. What a child you are. I hope that mother lets you out of the basement this weekend. You need some fresh air dearie.

  68. #68
    On May 17th, 2008 at 12:20 pm, cicerokid said:

    “…and the two shall become one flesh” Who the wives are remains valid.

  69. #69
    On May 18th, 2008 at 1:53 pm, jimC said:

    Scooter,

    Obama has presented himself as a biography candidate rather than an accomplishment candidate. So the people that make up his world view are very relevant. Michelle Obama is part of that, she is a big part of his candidacy.

    McCain, on the other hand (holding my nose and voting), has based his candidacy on HIS accomplishments over his 70 some odd years of life.

    Jim C

  70. #70
    On May 18th, 2008 at 3:11 pm, jimC said:

    I’ve started a letter writing campaign for our deployed troops. I’m collecting supportive emails for the men and women aboard the USS Russell. I’ll go through the emails and make sure they’re supportive, print them, and send them to the ship.

    If you all are interested in sending a letter, please send it to letters@thinking-right.com.

    I’m looking for about 250 letters so that I can get ine in the hands of everyone aboard… from the Captain all the way down the chain of command.

    Any help you all can give in getting the word out would be great!

    Jim C

  71. #71
    On May 18th, 2008 at 11:06 pm, The_Livewire said:

    This seems like a good place to put it.

    Bruce Cordell’s Kobold Quarterly is selling ‘adopt a soldier’ subscriptions. I just bought one when I renewed Adopt a soldier.

    Good kobolds know that soldies love their gaming material.

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