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Michelle Obama

Like so many American families, our families weren't asking for much. They didn't begrudge anyone else's success or care that others had much more than they did... in fact, they admired it.

Michelle Obama

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Michelle Obama is saying that her family, like many others in America, was content with simple things and didn’t feel jealous when others achieved more or had greater wealth. Instead of feeling envious, they looked up to those who were successful and respected their accomplishments.

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