As we look back at another 4th of July, it’s natural to imagine our political leaders sporting their red, white, and blue with fireworks lighting up the sky. President Trump didn’t disappoint. He put on a fireworks display at the White House that could make the founding fathers nod in approval. Meanwhile, on the other side of the political spectrum, former first lady Michelle Obama was busy celebrating the holiday in a unique way. Rather than stories of patriotism or old glory, Michelle chose to remind everyone to stay hydrated with her favorite beverage choice over the holiday weekend.
Now, here’s where things get interesting. Not a single American flag could be spotted in Michelle’s message, which instead seemed to double as a marketing ad for her own line of beverages. PLEZi Hydration or PLEZi Fizz, she suggested, were just the thing to quench your summer thirst. Curious, isn’t it? A woman with a net worth in the ballpark of $135 million, reminding us about plenty of fluids but missing out on the symbolism of America’s independence. What’s more, her past claims of not aspiring for wealth seem a little far-fetched now.
It doesn’t take a genius to smell the irony here. Michelle Obama, a powerhouse in her own right, possibly taking more than she needs while mixing commercial plugs with holiday greetings. Warmth and authenticity were certainly missing from her posts. Perhaps a little less focus on selling and a bit more on celebrating might have been the order of the day. Just a suggestion!
Even more intriguing is her public relationship with former President Barack Obama. Their interactions have raised some eyebrows. Their recent appearance did less to squash rumors of turbulence than it did to fan the flames. The two, instead of exuding marital bliss, seemed more like awkward acquaintances. Body language experts might have had a field day analyzing their unease, hinting at potential cracks beneath the polished surface.
So, as President Trump carried on with grand celebrations reminiscent of the yesteryears, the Obamas left us with something else—a puzzling cocktail of subtle self-promotion and rumors of discord. While holiday weekends are meant for barbecues and fireworks, sometimes there’s nothing like a dash of political theater to keep things interesting.
