News Biden to lead delegation to Special Olympics

Lucy · #1 February 10th, 2009, 10:13 PM

Michelle and Scott Hamilton will be part of the delegation!

http://www.contracostatimes.com/politics/ci_11674295

Kathy Sullivan · #2 February 10th, 2009, 10:28 PM

Guess this administration lurvs her too.

taytay165 · #3 February 10th, 2009, 10:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kathy Sullivan

Guess this administration lurvs her too.

...how could they not?!?

synnabun · #4 February 11th, 2009, 07:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kathy Sullivan

Guess this administration lurvs her too.

They'd be crazy not to love her!

kwanette · #5 February 11th, 2009, 10:16 AM

The Kween transcends politics.

Good for her..MK/Scott two great people, two great representatives of the sport.

IzzyS · #6 February 11th, 2009, 11:30 AM

He couldn't find two better representatives of good sportsmanship than Scott and Michelle. This is absolutely wonderful! I'm so happy for them.

visaliakid · #7 February 11th, 2009, 05:30 PM

Kwan, Hamilton named to Presidential delegation: Will join Vice President Joe Biden at the 2009 Special Olympics World Winter Games - Source, IceNetwork News

**Grace** · #8 February 11th, 2009, 10:56 PM

Here is a better explanation of the appointed Presidential Delegation:

Quote:

February 11, 2009

Vice President Joe Biden to Lead Presidential Delegation to World Special Olympics

Washington, DC – Vice President Joe Biden will lead a Presidential Delegation to the 2009 Special Olympics World Winter Games in Boise, Idaho on Thursday, February 12. Vice President Biden and the delegation will join approximately 2,500 athletes from nearly 100 countries worldwide, their families, as well as thousands of coaches, family members, volunteers and spectators for the largest international sporting event this year. Special Olympics programs serve more than 2.8 million people with intellectual disabilities.

The Delegation will observe the Final Round of the Figure Skating Competition and the Vice President will congratulate and present medals to the athletes. Following the medal ceremony, the Delegation will visit the Special Olympics’ Healthy Athletes Event to learn about this ongoing, worldwide program in which athletes receive a variety of health screenings and services. The Vice President will then host a reception for Special Olympics athletes, their families and volunteers. The Vice President will offer remarks at the reception.

The Presidential Delegation will include:

Secretary of Education Arne Duncan
United States Representative Walt Minnick (D-ID)
Susan Axelrod, President, Citizens United for Research in Epilepsy
Chester Finn, President, Self Advocates Becoming Empowered
Ralph Cetrulo, President, Delaware Special Olympics
Mark Shriver, Head of U.S. Programs for Save the Children
Lisa Brown, Assistant to the President
Michelle Kwan, former Olympic Figure Skater
Scott Hamilton, former Olympic Figure Skater

JazDFW · #9 February 11th, 2009, 11:12 PM

<QUOTE>Susan Axelrod, President, Citizens United for Research in Epilepsy </QUOTE>

Is it just coincidence or is that very familiar last name tied to another Axelrod, Obama's right hand man?

Cole50 · #10 February 12th, 2009, 10:35 AM

Michelle's right down the road from me. Too bad I have to work.

iloveskating · #11 February 12th, 2009, 12:39 PM

Just read in another article that they're arriving at 10am and leaving at 2pm. How about a quick field trip for your class, Cole?

Cole50 · #12 February 12th, 2009, 12:41 PM

Yes, I read in the Statesman that they're arriving around 10:15 and will be leaving around 2:00. That is a really quick trip. Unfortunately, downtown Boise is about 20 minutes away. I would SO love to take a field trip. I tried to send my husband down there (his job is more flexible), but alas, he has various meetings today. They're supposed to be presenting the awards around 10:30 until 11:15. That is the only event open to the public.

visaliakid · #13 February 12th, 2009, 02:18 PM

Biden will watch the final round of the figure skating competition at Qwest Arena, and then hand out the medals.

For those interested in being at Quest Arena with the vice president for the figure skating competition -- you are invited and it is free -- but you have to get there early.

Make your field trip there! Go!

**Grace** · #14 February 12th, 2009, 07:44 PM

Here are some adorable photos from a person's blog who managed to sit front row:
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_VrD6Z11jnc...1600-h/102.JPG

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_VrD6Z11jnc...1600-h/099.JPG

from this blog post:
http://hogepodge.blogspot.com/2009/0...been-busy.html

Kind of a strange quirky person -- the blog author, but entertaining a bit.

Also, from this article, Joe Biden and Michelle were:
http://blogs.suntimes.com/sweet/2009..._chicagos.html

Quote:

Biden then awarded medals to the pairs, while Kwan handed them bouquets. Gold medalists were Werner/Ziebe; silver medal pair was Pan/Wang; bronze was Monreal/Visiconty. Fourth place went to Hung/Ling and fifth of Chang/Sung.

Cole50 · #15 February 12th, 2009, 09:37 PM

http://www.ktvb.com/

There are some videos of Biden's visit on this website. Many of which show Michelle.

kittyjake5 · #16 February 12th, 2009, 11:07 PM

Thanks so much for posting the links. Our girl is something else!!!

**Grace** · #17 February 13th, 2009, 12:54 AM

Here is a thumbnail showing MK with VP Biden:
http://www.kivitv.com/Global/story.asp?S=9837984

And a blog post by a citydesk reporter, including a nice picture (make sure you click on it)
http://citydesk.boiseweekly.com/2009...n-touched.html
I especially liked this:

Quote:

Biden took the microphone and shared with the crowd that one of his lifelong dreams had just come true: Being on the ice with Michelle Kwan and being asked to participate in the Special Olympics. He went on to say that President Obama was sorry he missed the opportunity and that the administration would focus on the efforts of the Special Olympics.

Here are a couple of AP Photos:
http://cache.daylife.com/imageserve/...4raG6/340x.jpg
http://cache.daylife.com/imageserve/...Cw1Id/610x.jpg

Beach Springer · #18 February 13th, 2009, 10:24 AM

I just love that quote! Walking on the ice with the Kween is indeed a dream come true.

So nice that he appreciates his good fortune.

CaraMora · #19 February 14th, 2009, 04:54 AM

Thank you to everyone that has already posted coverage of Michelle's visit to the special Olympics. Here are a couple more items.

First there is a video that Michelle provides commentary for at the Special Olympics site. It is under the Latest Video tab on the right side of the screen. I think this is the best Michelle has ever sounded in terms of her articulation and expression, and I hope she will try some commentary!

Second there are some cute photos of her visit with VP Biden on the site too, click on the Latest Photo tab to find them.

Here is the link to the site http://live.specialolympics.org/home

nymkfan51 · #20 February 14th, 2009, 06:13 AM

I love that they called her "olympic gold medalist"

This might be the only time I won't get aggravated that they didn't get their facts straight!

Beverly · #21 February 14th, 2009, 03:03 PM

I just found more pictures on the Universal Sports site (hope the link works): http://www.universalsports.com/Sport...9&SPSID=317449

Click on "Featured Photos" - there are several of Michelle.

kwanette · #22 February 14th, 2009, 03:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Beverly

I just found more pictures on the Universal Sports site (hope the link works): http://www.universalsports.com/Sport...9&SPSID=317449

Click on "Featured Photos" - there are several of Michelle.

Thanks, Beverly, these are fabulous.

**Grace** · #23 February 14th, 2009, 04:57 PM

I love the one of Michelle dancing!: ) Thanks for sharing Bev! Truly lovely photos - I love the one of Biden hugging Michelle. He looks thrilled to be there and with her - like he stated.

debbwin · #24 February 14th, 2009, 05:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Grace

Here is a thumbnail showing MK with VP Biden:
http://www.kivitv.com/Global/story.asp?S=9837984

And a blog post by a citydesk reporter, including a nice picture (make sure you click on it)
http://citydesk.boiseweekly.com/2009...n-touched.html
I especially liked this:

Here are a couple of AP Photos:
http://cache.daylife.com/imageserve/...4raG6/340x.jpg
http://cache.daylife.com/imageserve/...Cw1Id/610x.jpg

thanks for all the pics.....darn it all -neither Michelle or Mr.Biden are wearing one of the scarves I crocheted and sent to the Special Olympics- oh well..haha lol.

MKPerfect6.0 · #25 February 14th, 2009, 06:28 PM

She looks so happy.

Thanks for all the photos and links, I can't get enough of Michelle pics and news!

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