In 1989, a young Barack Obama arrived at a Chicago law firm and met his mentor, Michelle Robinson. She wasn’t impressed at first—and refused to date him, thinking it was unprofessional. Everything changed when she watched him speak at a community meeting and saw his passion firsthand. Their relationship wasn’t easy. As Barack’s political ambitions grew, Michelle struggled with his long absences and worried about their daughters. She even opposed his Senate run—agreeing only if he quit smoking. T
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1989, Barack showed up at the prestigious Chicago law firm Sidley Austin LLP for a summer associate position. Michelle — then Michelle Robinson — was assigned to mentor him. At 25, she had sworn off dating, focused on her ambition, and thought office romance was “tacky.” He asked her out, she said no — but her curiosity and respect for his sincerity changed everything. A few weeks later, she agreed to a simple first date: a walk through the art museum, a Spike Lee film, and ice cream from Baskin
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