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Michelle Obama

As a mom, I know it is my responsibility, and no one else's, to raise my kids. But we have to ask ourselves, what does it mean when so many parents are finding their best efforts undermined by an avalanche of advertisements aimed at our kids.
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Michelle Obama is saying that while parents are the ones who should guide and teach their children, their efforts are often weakened by the constant flood of ads targeting kids. She is highlighting the challenge parents face when outside influences, like advertising, work against their values and lessons.

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