Decision 2012: First Lady's Speech Highlights First Night at 2012 DNC

First lady Michelle Obama told the Democratic convention that her husband remains anchored by the same values he brought to the White House nearly four years ago, on a night devoted as much to tearing down Republican nominee Mitt Romney, as building up President Barack Obama and his record.

Class discussion: Both conventions have featured the candidates' wives talking about their family lives. How is this strategy designed to help the candidates? Is it effective? After hearing the speeches, do you feel any "closer" to the candidates? Is that important in selecting a president?