Since her husband took office, Obama has been visiting bases across the country as part of her mission to improve the quality of life for military families. She called Camp Pendleton and the surrounding Southern California cities a model for community support of troops.
But California Republicans called the event a publicity stunt to help Sen. Barbara Boxer, D-Calif., who is running for a fourth term and has been criticized by opponents for not doing enough to support troops. President Barack Obama flew to California last month to support Boxer's fundraising efforts for her campaign.
Denis Poroy, AP First lady Michelle Obama speaks to troops and their families during a visit to Camp Pendleton on Sunday.
The first lady said she came to Camp Pendleton for a simple reason: "To help the rest of our country better understand and appreciate the incredible service of you and your families, and to make sure your voices are heard back in Washington and that your needs are met."
Boxer spoke only minutes to the crowd of about 3,500 troops and families, telling them how President Obama's economic recovery act provided funding to build a new hospital that will replace the 36-year-old facility on base, and gave money toward a new child care center...
Bob Huff, California State Senator Dwight Mckissic, Pastor at Cornerstone Baptist Church Delman Coates, Pastor at Mt. Ennon Baptist Church Suzanne Somers
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