Michelle Obama's older brother Craig Robinson welcomes Michelle, wife of Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama, onstage at the Democratic National Convention on Aug. 25
Oregon State basketball coach Craig Robinson, introducing his "little sister," gave a relaxed and sweet overview of Michelle Obama's life from a personal perspective. Trying to humanize his often imposing sibling (she memorized The Brady Bunch; they shared late-night chats as children), Robinson portrayed an "impassioned public servant" and a loving wife and mother. Robinson, who shares a strong family resemblance, said his late father would be proud of Michelle for the person she has become and for her own accomplishments. He also praised Barack Obama as a man and a husband and said, "I know they'll stand by you, the American people, now and in the future." On message from beginning to end, if a little rough.
— Mark Halperin