‘Black women can’t swim because of societal expectations’: Michelle Obama’s viral claim sparks controversy
MSNTOI World Desk
‘Black women can’t swim because of societal expectations’: Michelle Obama’s viral claim sparks controversy
Michelle Obama's recent comment about societal hair expectations contributing to Black women avoiding swimming has gone viral. She explained that the effort to maintain straightened hair, which can be undone by water, leads some to skip water-based activities. The remark sparked widespread mockery and debate on social media.
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