Megyn Kelly Criticizes Michelle Obama’s Remarks on Black Women’s Hair
Michelle Obama has openly shared the pressures she faced as the first Black First Lady. However, conservative commentator Megyn Kelly disputes these claims, especially regarding hair discrimination.
Michelle Obama's New Book
Obama recently published the picture book The Look, highlighting some of her most memorable fashion and beauty moments. She discusses how her style was frequently scrutinized during her time in the White House, reflecting the unique challenges she experienced.
Hair Discrimination and the CROWN Act
Black women have often spoken out about harsh criticism and discrimination related to their natural hair in professional environments. These issues contributed to the creation of the CROWN Act in 2019, aimed at preventing such biases.
Megyn Kelly’s Response
“That is bullsh*t,” Kelly said, according to the Daily Mail. “Black women can walk around with whatever hair they want. Only in Michelle Obama’s warped mind, do white people not like them, unless their hair looks like white hair.”
Kelly challenged Obama’s accounts, claiming Black women do not face struggles regarding their hair, a stance that contradicts many lived experiences and legislative efforts.
Clarifying Obama’s Position
Obama clarified in an interview with PEOPLE that her concern was that her “hair to become a distraction” from the political work of her administration, rather than making broader claims about universal discrimination.
Author's Summary
Megyn Kelly dismisses Michelle Obama's experiences of hair discrimination, contradicting the documented struggles and legal progress addressing bias against Black women's natural hair.