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Michelle Obama on the health belief she shares with RFK Jr: 'It became a partisan issue'


Published on 2025-03-20 16:04:19 - Fortune
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  • Obama, while appearing as a guest on Kylie Kelce's Not Gonna Lie podcast, looked back at her FLOTUS "Let's Move" campaign.

The article from MSN discusses Michelle Obama's perspective on the politicization of health issues, particularly focusing on her shared belief with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. about the importance of nutrition and health. Michelle Obama, during her time as First Lady, launched the "Let's Move!" campaign to combat childhood obesity, emphasizing the role of diet and exercise. However, she notes that what was intended as a non-partisan health initiative became entangled in political debates. This politicization has led to a divide where health advice, like the benefits of a balanced diet, has been questioned or dismissed based on political affiliations rather than scientific merit. The article highlights how health has become a "partisan issue," with Michelle Obama expressing disappointment over this development, as it undermines efforts to improve public health across all communities.

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