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Michelle Obama sparks backlash after posting 'Happy Holidays' video
Fox News ^ | 12/28/24 | Chris Pandolfo

Posted on 12/29/2024 2:55:49 AM PST by Libloather

Michelle Obama provoked a wave of online criticism Friday after she shared a New Year's message with her followers on Instagram.

The former first lady posted a video wishing her followers "Happy Holidays" and highlighting the work of the Obama Presidential Center as 2024 comes to a close. But critics noted with disapproval that her video begins on a sour note.

"Happy holidays, everyone. I know it's been a difficult few months for so many of us, and that folks are feeling a little bit anxious and uncertain," Obama says in the video.

"But even during these tough times, there are plenty of reasons to stay hopeful," she adds, before mentioning programs operated by the Obama Foundation.

Hundreds of Instagram users commented on Obama's video within hours after it went live. While many thanked her for the message and showed support for the Obama Foundation, several supporters of President-elect Trump read into Obama's comments. Their takeaway was that she had Trump's victory in mind when she spoke about "a difficult few months," and they made their objections known.

"Michelle, America is excited about what’s to come: a new horizon and prosperity for the nation. 2025-2029! No anxiety here," one user replied.

"A difficult few years from the damage the Biden administration has caused!" wrote another commenter. "Things have never looked better since Trump won the election! The people have the power! Not even all those celebrities could change that!"

"We are certain it won't be worse than your husband's administration or the Biden administration," said a third. "That we are CERTAIN."

(Excerpt) Read more at foxnews.com ...


TOPICS: Business/Economy; Conspiracy; Religion; TV/Movies
KEYWORDS: backlash; bigmike; happyholidays; holidays; michelleobama; mooch; obama; video
Bombshell. Boom.
1 posted on 12/29/2024 2:55:49 AM PST by Libloather
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To: Libloather

This is NEWS?

Come on man :)

It would have been news if she said “YAY TRUMP WON!” :)


2 posted on 12/29/2024 3:01:11 AM PST by dp0622 (Tried a coup, a fake tax story, tramp slander, Russia nonsense, impeachment and a virus. They lost.)
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To: Libloather

Will this cow EVER stop with the pi#@ed-off attitude?

She needs to STFU and go enjoy her BS life at the mansion US taxpayers provided for her! ☹


3 posted on 12/29/2024 3:05:37 AM PST by SMARTY (In politics, stupidity is not a handicap. Napoleon Bonaparte I)
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To: All
Laugh break----the Flopsy Twins on the campaign trail.


4 posted on 12/29/2024 3:06:19 AM PST by Liz ((This then is how we should pray: Our Father who art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. ))
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To: Liz

The Entitlement Twins.


5 posted on 12/29/2024 3:09:53 AM PST by RoosterRedux (The Greatest Enemy of the Left is Reality.)
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To: Liz

Heinous Filth.


6 posted on 12/29/2024 3:21:34 AM PST by sonova (No money? You're free to go.)
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To: Liz

Nausea inducing image.


7 posted on 12/29/2024 3:23:30 AM PST by Blennos ( Byaasearepeat itnbelow.)
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To: sonova

Harris displayed her ignorance believing her ticket to the WH was:
<><>an interview with Liz Cheney,
<><>an op-ed by George Clooney,
<><>and Michele Obama campaigning for her.


8 posted on 12/29/2024 3:27:44 AM PST by Liz ((This then is how we should pray: Our Father who art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. ))
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To: Libloather

[The former first lady posted a video wishing her followers “Happy Holidays”]

She ... just ... couldn’t ... say “Merry CHRISTmas” could she?

Because......


9 posted on 12/29/2024 3:35:01 AM PST by SaveFerris (Luke 17:28 ... as it was in the Day's of Lot; They id Eat, They Drank, They Bought, They Sold ......)
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To: dp0622; NautiNurse
You have a good sense of humor so you might like this, I did a 3-part series years before you joined so likely you haven't seen it, couldn't stand this lazy 'entitled' leach the first time she ran her mouth:

First was 'Tourist Guy' followed by 'Looter Guy' and now introducing: 'Vacation Gal!'

Imaginary paparazzi | 08/13/2010 | Various contributors

10 posted on 12/29/2024 3:44:11 AM PST by quantim (Victory is not relative, it is absolute.)
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To: Libloather

11 posted on 12/29/2024 3:45:11 AM PST by SaveFerris (Luke 17:28 ... as it was in the Day's of Lot; They id Eat, They Drank, They Bought, They Sold ......)
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To: Liz

It gets worse...

12 posted on 12/29/2024 3:46:46 AM PST by quantim (Victory is not relative, it is absolute.)
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To: Liz
"Reasons to be Cheerful (part 3)"

Could Michelle be channeling her inner Ian Dury?

13 posted on 12/29/2024 4:04:25 AM PST by Psalm 73 ("You'll never hear surf music again" - J. Hendrix)
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To: Libloather

Maybe she should have been more succinct with,

Times are tough, times are hard, here’s your F—king Christmas card...


14 posted on 12/29/2024 4:44:53 AM PST by trebb (So many fools - so little time...)
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To: Libloather

I went to the Instagram post. I love the replies! (Most of them).


15 posted on 12/29/2024 5:36:10 AM PST by quilterdebbie (We will endeavor to persevere!)
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To: quantim


Moochelle hitches a ride on a donkey cart

16 posted on 12/29/2024 5:47:28 AM PST by NautiNurse (With a cough and a sputter, the original lying dog-faced pony soldier is led out to pasture. )
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To: SMARTY

She is proof, money doesn’t buy happiness. One of the most privileged people on the planet and the most angry.


17 posted on 12/29/2024 6:00:18 AM PST by bray (It's not racist to be racist against races the DNC hates.)
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To: Libloather

Big Mike! Jock strap is too tight.


18 posted on 12/29/2024 10:44:53 AM PST by stinkerpot65 (Global warming is a Marxist lie. )
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To: Libloather

Crazy thing is that the Obama Library is huge.

19 posted on 12/29/2024 5:46:45 PM PST by MinorityRepublican
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