Former First Lady Michelle Obama Delivers Powerful Speech Denouncing Trump at DNC in Chicago
Former first lady Michelle Obama returned to familiar ground during her Tuesday speech to the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, delivering her third consecutive DNC speech aimed at denouncing former President Trump. In her address, Obama took direct swipes at Trump’s inheritance of “generational wealth” and suggested that race was a motivating factor behind his opposition to her husband’s presidency.
“For years, Donald Trump did everything in his power to try to make people fear us,” Obama stated, highlighting Trump’s view of her husband’s political career. “See, his limited, narrow view of the world made him feel threatened by the existence of two hardworking, highly educated, successful people who happened to be Black.”
Interrupting the applause from the crowd, Obama questioned, “I want to know — who’s going to tell him that the job he’s currently seeking might just be one of those Black jobs?” She continued, criticizing Trump for resorting to “ugly misogynistic, racist lies” instead of offering real solutions for the country.
Taking a shot at Trump, Obama praised Vice President Kamala Harris for understanding the challenges faced by individuals who do not benefit from generational wealth. She emphasized the importance of hard work and perseverance, highlighting Harris’s resilience and dedication throughout her life.
Slamming Trump at a Democratic convention is not new for Obama, who previously criticized him during the 2020 convention for operating in “chaos” and lacking empathy. She urged voters to cast their ballots for Joe Biden, emphasizing the importance of the upcoming election.
In her closing remarks, Obama urged delegates to take action and ensure their voices are heard in the upcoming election. She emphasized the power of voting and the need to overcome any efforts to suppress voter turnout.
With just 77 days until the election, Obama reminded attendees of their ability to shape the future of the country and encouraged them to make their voices heard at the polls.
The speech by Michelle Obama at the DNC in Chicago has once again highlighted the deep divisions in American politics and the importance of civic engagement in shaping the nation’s future.
