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The former First Lady has become an outspoken critic of certain societal issues and has also used her position of influence to shine a light on inequality in the US. Moreover, Michelle also released her book ‘Becoming’ earlier this year which chronicled her life. Within that book, not only did Michelle talk of the moments she and Barack shared in the White House but also the infancy of their relationship.


In one particular extract, Michelle spoke of how Barack was different to anyone she had met or even dated before. Praising his openness and personality, Michelle admitted that Barack had “intrigued” her. She added: “He was not like anyone I’d dated before, mainly because he seemed so secure. “He was openly affectionate. READ MORE: Michelle Obama shock: Ex-FLOTUS snubs fans in crushing blow

Michelle Obama: The First Lady praised Barack

“He told me I was beautiful. “He made me feel good. “To me, he was sort of like a unicorn - unusual to the point of seeming almost unreal.” Also within the book, Michelle wrote of Barack’s love for the written word. READ MORE: Michelle Obama fury: Ex-FLOTUS ‘raged’ at Barack on holiday


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