The problem is when that fun stuff becomes the habit. And I think that's what's happened in our culture. Fast food has become the everyday meal.

I didn't just start with ...local city officials because I knew that they would understand the problem. I started with them because I knew that our cities, towns and counties would be a key part of the solution to this issue. ...there is no one-size-fits all policy or program that can solve this problem. And Washington certainly does not have all the answers. Instead, many of the best, most innovative, most effective solutions start in our city halls and our towns and our county councils.

It's always positive to hear how many people are willing to step up - whether it is the employment community, mental health community, or medical community.

We learned about gratitude and humility - that so many people had a hand in our success, from the teachers who inspired us to the janitors who kept our school clean... and we were taught to value everyone's contribution and treat everyone with respect.

Discriminating against same-sex couples just isn't right.

Gardening has increased, community gardens have increased significantly. There are 50 percent more community gardens right here in Washington DC.

Start, as parents, with yourselves, number one.