In the wild rollercoaster of modern politics, there’s a fascinating saga unfolding. It features one of modern America’s most prominent figures: Michelle Obama. Our former First Lady, a person who has enjoyed quite a bit of luxury in her lifetime, lately finds herself in something of a controversy. While she resides comfortably with a vast wardrobe and a few lavish homes, she recently embarked on an unusual mission: critiquing closets, particularly those filled with attire from white-owned brands.

Michelle’s latest venture? Encouraging people to think twice about their fashion choices based on the color of the brand owner’s skin. It’s a point that’s made people scratch their heads and one that seems to hold a touch of irony. Here she is, a woman who was warmly embraced by a predominantly white electorate, now advising others to make purchasing decisions based on race. For someone who claims to speak for equality and unity, this sure seems like a strange way to go about it.

Now, imagine a world flipped on its head. Suppose someone made the bold move to say they would only buy clothing from white-owned businesses. The internet would ignite faster than a Fourth of July firework. Yet, Michelle pushes her peculiar brand of fashion diplomacy, and somehow it skates under the radar. It seems that this kind of discourse is acceptable only if it comes with the right seal of approval.

Yet, amid all this, the underlying truth remains: buying decisions based on race don’t solve any of the world’s problems. They only deepen the divides that people claim they want to bridge. Choosing brands should be about the quality of the product, not the color of the supplier’s skin. It’s common sense, yet in this topsy-turvy world, common sense often feels like a rare commodity.

So, there she drifts on her opulent island, offering advice that seems less about inclusivity and more about exclusivity in a way that is difficult to comprehend. While this worldview slowly edges out of fashion, it’s hoped perhaps one day soon, common sense and merit will make a grand comeback. Until then, let’s sit back and watch the political theater unfold, reminding ourselves that indeed, sometimes truth really is stranger than fiction.