Well, Michelle Obama herself has a theory, which she explained in a recent podcast interview.
And before you ask, no, the rumors are not true.
Unfortunately, her absence was interpreted by some as a signal that her and her husbands marriage was suffering.
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As women, I think, we struggle with, like, disappointing people, Obama said.
But the truth is simply that Michelle Obama is just making the choices that are best for her.
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