NEWSWEEK DEC. 1 COVER

In the December 1 issue of Newsweek (on newsstands November 24), “The Meaning of Michelle,” Allison Samuels examines how Michelle Obama will change the stereotype of African-American women when she becomes first lady. Plus: Obama and FDR’s influence; growing up in the White House; the crisis in D.C.’s public schools; the importance of China; photos from the Congo; the development of next-generation batteries; Rachel Maddow’s rise to fame; and Michelle Williams on her new movie and Heath Ledger. (PRNewsFoto/NEWSWEEK)