That would be three steps, right? Or maybe you are right: two people. I am friends with a girl who used to get her hair done at the same place Michelle Obama went to. One step. Holla!

Sent by Gina Love | 12:09 AM ET | 06-06-2008

One step. I am friends with a woman who used to date someone on his staff. I also live in his neighborhood (Hyde Park/Kenwood). His house is 2 blocks from mine.

Sent by booklover | 4:41 PM ET | 06-06-2008

I have three one degrees and one two degrees:
1. I know HH who went to school with Barack.
2. My cousin went to Law school with HH and Barack.
3. Same cousin went to undergraduate with Michelle Obama... (became friends with Michelle and then Barack... ironically they end up marrying)
4. My friend works on his staff

Sent by rubiroxi | 12:26 PM ET | 06-07-2008

You know I got you all beat. I was at his house last Thanksgiving.

Sent by Travis | 8:49 PM ET | 06-10-2008

I went to grade school with voltaire sterling!!!

Sent by rashadtalley | 12:34 PM ET | 07-18-2008

I have an uncle that's supposed to be in a government agency; said uncle has more than likely protected or seen Obama or future co-workers...like 2 steps?

Sent by annabelle meyers | 5:12 PM ET | 08-02-2008