Michelle Obama says America ‘not ready’ for woman president: ‘We saw in this past election’
In a recent event at the Brooklyn Academy of Music, former First Lady Michelle Obama candidly expressed her concerns about America’s readiness to elect a woman as president, particularly in light of former Vice President Kamala Harris’ loss in the 2024 election against Donald Trump. Speaking to a gathering of women while promoting her new book, “The Look,” Obama stated, “As we saw in this past election, sadly, we ain’t ready.” Her remarks highlight a broader societal issue regarding gender dynamics in politics, suggesting that many men in America are still uncomfortable with the idea of female leadership. “You know, we’ve got a lot of growing up to do,” she added, indicating that the path to gender equality in political representation remains fraught with challenges.
Obama’s reflections come at a pivotal moment, as her book delves into her experiences with public scrutiny during her time in the White House, where her fashion choices and physical appearance were often the focal points of media coverage. In “The Look,” released on November 4, she aims to reclaim her narrative by discussing how women in politics are frequently judged on their looks rather than their capabilities as leaders. Through her writing, Obama emphasizes that her journey encompasses more than just style; it’s a celebration of confidence, identity, and authenticity. “My hope is that this book sparks conversation and reflection about the ways we see ourselves — and the way our society defines beauty,” she stated, underscoring her desire to inspire a shift in societal norms regarding women’s roles in leadership.
As Obama navigates her post-White House life, her insights reflect the ongoing struggle for gender equality in the political arena. Her comments serve as a call to action for both men and women to confront and challenge the biases that persist in leadership roles. The conversation she has initiated through her book and public appearances is critical, as it not only sheds light on the barriers women face but also encourages a more profound dialogue about the evolving definitions of power and beauty in contemporary society.
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Former first lady
Michelle Obama
said Americans are “not ready” to elect a woman to the White House, citing former Vice President Kamala Harris’ 2024 presidential election loss to President Donald Trump.
Obama made the comments to a crowd of women at the Brooklyn Academy of Music while promoting her new book, “The Look.”
“As we saw in
this past election
, sadly, we ain’t ready,” she said on Friday.
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“That’s why I’m like, don’t even look at me about running, because you all are lying. You’re not ready for a woman. You are not,” she continued.
The former first lady went on to say that she does not believe men in America are comfortable with a woman leading them.
“You know, we’ve got a lot of growing up to do, and there’s still, sadly, a lot of men who do not feel like they can be led by a woman, and we saw it,” Obama said.
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In her book, which was released on Nov. 4, Obama touches on her journey with fashion, hair and beauty, as well as her time in the
White House
as the first Black woman to serve as first lady. She wrote that women in politics are often judged based on their physical appearance instead of their ability to lead.
“During our family’s time in the White House, the way I looked was constantly being dissected — what I wore, how my hair was styled. For a while now, I’ve been wanting to reclaim more of that story, to share it in my own way. I’m thankful to be at a stage in life where I feel comfortable expressing myself freely — wearing what I love and doing what feels true to me. And I’m excited to share some of what I’ve learned along the way,” Obama wrote on Facebook in June while promoting her book ahead of its release.
“‘The Look’ is about more than fashion. It’s about confidence. It’s about identity. It’s about the power of authenticity. My hope is that this book sparks conversation and reflection about the ways we see ourselves — and the way our society defines beauty,” she added.
