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Former First Lady (Michelle Obama): This Is A Scam! People Were Running From Us Because We Were Black! I Was Bitter About The Racism I Received!

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May 1, 2025
Michelle Obama, former First Lady and a powerful advocate for social change, joins her brother Craig Robinson, a former college basketball coach. They dive into childhood lessons of resilience and empathy amid racial tensions. Michelle shares candid experiences of navigating racism and the impact of 'white flight'. The siblings reflect on their family dynamics, the importance of communication in relationships, and Michelle's journey of rediscovering her identity. They also touch on fertility struggles and the emotional challenges of public life.
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Mom's Fight for Better Education

  • Michelle Obama shares how her mother intervened when her second-grade teacher neglected teaching.
  • This led to Michelle skipping second grade, a pivotal moment in fighting for kids like herself.
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Understanding White Flight

  • White flight caused white families to quickly leave neighborhoods as Black families moved in, driven by racist fears.
  • Michelle remembers thinking, "how stupid is racism?" when observing these actions.
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Parenting with Empathy and Strength

  • Michelle and Craig learned empathy deeply from their mother but were taught to disregard opinions from those not trusted.
  • Their parents emphasized self-worth against external racism and the dangers of anger for young Black boys.
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