When President Barack Obama ran for office three years ago, he cast himself as a candidate promising bold change. Although he carried Vermont overwhelmingly, some of his most passionate supporters in the state are readjusting to a more measured candidate Obama in 2012. SLIDESHOW: Voter Voices

First Lady Michelle Obama paid a brief visit to Vermont on Thursday to raise money at a pair of sold-out events in Burlington. But first she spoke to members of the military and their families to thank them for their service.

Michelle Obama visits Vermont for the first time since her husband easily won the state on his idea of bold change. Comment: Has the Obama administration met its ideals?

First Lady Michelle Obama's fundraising in Vermont Thursday for her husband's re-election could be a record-breaker. Polls show Mrs. Obama is increasingly popular in Vermont, leading some to predict the first lady may  bring in close to $500,000. Earlier: First Lady To Meet With Guard Soldiers Traffic: Motorcade May Disrupt Commute