Michelle Obama says America ‘not ready’ for woman president: ‘We saw in this past election’
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. MICHELLE OBAMA RELEASING STYLE BOOK AFTER LOOKS ‘CONSTANTLY DISSECTED’ IN WHITE HOUSE “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. HARRIS REVEALS CRUDE HYPOTHETICALS ON ABORTION, VIAGRA REHEARSED BEFORE TRUMP DEBATE 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.
Tejashwi Yadav’s sister Rohini Acharya issues first statement after quitting politics: ‘Go and ask…’
Rohini Acharya has alleged that she had been pushed out by several key members of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leadership. Speaking to reporters at the Patna airport, she said: “I do not have a family.”
‘Nothing came out of Operation Sindoor’: Farooq Abdullah says India, Pakistan should improve ties
Earlier today, Abdullah called for a thorough investigation into the Nowgam police station blast, saying that “mistakes” in the initial handling of the explosive may have contributed to the tragedy that claimed nine lives and damaged multiple residential structures.
‘People rejected poison of caste division’: PM Modi on Bihar election results
The ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in Bihar swept the polls, winning 202 of 243 seats. “In Bihar, during public events, land was illegally occupied and houses were seized, which were converted into Waqf properties,” PM Modi said.
Big Update on Noida International Airport: Ratan Tata’s company reveals Jewar airport to begin flight operations by…, check details here
“Noida International Airport Ltd is working with DGCA to get safety, security clearances, the aerodrome licence,” said an official. Read here to know details
Srinagar Blast Update: Explosion at Nowgam police station slows progress of terror module investigation
The blast also badly affected an ongoing investigation into a Jaish-e-Mohammad-linked terror module.
‘Abused, hit with chappal’: Here’s what Rohini Acharya said after quitting politics, ‘disowning’ family
A day after the Mahagathbandhan’s poll rout in the Bihar assembly elections 2025, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader and party supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav’s daughter Rohini Acharya, on Saturday, i.e., November 15, announced her decision to quit politics and ‘disown’ the family.
Delhi-NCR AQI Level Today, November 16: Delhi wakes up to thick smog as air quality is in ‘very poor’ zone, AQI reaches…; Check area-wise pollution levels
The thick smog, along with deteriorating air quality, mercury continued to hover around the 10-degree Celsius mark, with some areas recording even lower temperatures. Read here to know area-wise forecast.
Huge relief for tenants and landlords: THIS state cuts stamp duty, registration fees for 10-year tenancy agreements
The move is set to encourage property owners and tenants alike to draft written agreements and get them registered, while reducing disputes and ensuring effective implementation of the Tenancy Regulation Act.
BJP’s 12 crucial defeats: Key constituencies where party fell short despite decisive victory in state
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) emerged as the single largest party in the Bihar assembly elections 2025, winning 89 of the 101 seats it contested. Moreover, the party registered an impressive 88 percent strike rate.