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The world of only children
by Susan Newman, Ph.D.

Exploiting Sasha and Malia Already

By Susan Newman, Ph.D. on January 26, 2009 in Singletons

Only a week in office and the concept that the First Daughters are "off-limits" has been challenged in a big way. It's one thing to market President Obama action figures and puzzles; it's another to draw on the names and likeness of his children. It seems all's fair in politics and commercialism. Or is it?Ty Inc. Read More

Sweet Sasha and Marvelous Malia Dolls "Retired"

Submitted by Susan Newman, Ph.D. on February 6, 2009 - 8:09pm.

In reaction to Michelle Obama's disapproval, Ty, Inc. has renamed the dolls and will donate any profits from sales of the original "Obama" dolls to charity. Definitely a wise decision.

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Susan Newman, Ph.D.

Susan Newman, Ph.D., is a social psychologist and author. Her latest book is The Case for the Only Child: Your Essential Guide.

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