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Travicity
10-16-2010, 12:58 AM
I hate covering politics here but WWE sent out the following press release late today so here you go.

WWE® Invites First Lady Michelle Obama to Visit Headquarters

STAMFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. (WWE) today announced that CEO and Chairman Vince McMahon has extended an invitation to First Lady Michelle Obama for this Monday, October 18 while she is in town, to visit the company’s corporate headquarters in Stamford, CT, and discuss WWE’s corporate outreach initiatives. These programs include outreach to at-risk youth, support for military troops and their families and partnerships with the Make-A-Wish Foundation, Muscular Dystrophy Association, The Young Adult Library Services Association and others.

“Given President Obama’s previous appearance on ‘Monday Night Raw’, and WWE’s dedication to giving back to the community we welcome the opportunity to speak candidly with the First Lady and educate her about WWE’s initiatives that focus on children and families,” said Vince McMahon, WWE CEO and Chairman. “We hope to learn more from the First Lady about the important initiatives she is leading.”

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gguru
10-16-2010, 01:26 AM
I wouldn't say sucking up, it is always smart for a business to make connections with an administration.

Travicity
10-16-2010, 01:29 AM
Lol not exactly but it's sort of like that trying to get them on there sides but could be a good move.

JohnCenaFan28
10-16-2010, 05:35 AM
Nice political stunt.

tapout
10-16-2010, 06:26 AM
Think that is the same day she is supposed to be at Linda's opponents fund raising dinner.