Ain’t got no money; ain’t got no class
The First Lady and Dr. Biden attended the final NASCAR race at Homestead-Miami Speedway today — and were booed by jackass NASCAR fans.
Michelle Obama served as the Grand Marshal of the NASCAR Ford 400 to support the troops and their “Joining Forces” initiative:
“In 2011, Mrs. Obama and Dr. Jill Biden together launched Joining Forces, a nationwide initiative that mobilizes all sectors of society to give our service members and their families the opportunities and support they have earned, and to raise awareness of military families’ unique needs as pertains to employment, education and wellness. Joining Forces has been working hand in hand with American businesses who are committed to answering the President’s challenge to hire or train 100,000 unemployed veterans and military spouses by 2013.”
According to a White House Statement,
As part of the season-ending NASCAR Sprint Cup Championship race, NASCAR will rally its millions of fans at the speedway and online to serve military families through the holiday season by asking them to visit www.NASCAR.com/Unites and JoiningForces.gov to find service opportunities and ideas to give back to those who serve our country.
And how did NASCAR fans greet the First Lady and Dr. Biden? Real classy-like:
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