Michelle Obama Caps Democratic National Convention’s First Night With Dire Warning Against Trump

The fact that Michelle Obama still experienced racism in everyday life even as First Lady of the United States should be a wake-up call to all those who don’t see — or refuse to see — persistent inequality in American society!

Even when she was arguably the most powerful woman in the United States, Michelle Obama still couldn’t escape racism in Washington, DC. Obama, 56, revealed on the August 26 episode of her Spotify podcast that she would sometimes leave the White House in disguise for a little alone time at night. People treated her much differently when they didn’t know they were speaking to the FLOTUS.

Barack and Michelle Obama are doting parents to daughters Malia and Sasha, and worked hard to protect them from the limelight during their dad's time as President of the United States.Not only did the power couple ensure that they had a regular routine in place for their children while living in the White House, but they even decided to stay in Washington after Barack's presidential term ended in 2017, rather than moving back to Chicago, so that Sasha could continue her studies in school.Sasha

Will Thorne Staff WriterThe Democratic National Convention came to a close last night, with Democratic candidate Joe Biden finally taking to the stage to deliver his key address.Looking at the early numbers, night 4 could be on course for a similar total audience as night 3.

Stephen and Ayesha Curry are endorsing Joe Biden for U.S. president, but it’s their kids whom everyone really wants to hear from.

Joe Biden, who spoke to the nation for the first time since accepting the party's nomination for president.

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorAt 18, first-time voter Billie Eilish is the youngest music artist to appear at the Democratic National Convention, and she made the most of the platform, delivering a strong speech against President Donald Trump, advocating Joe Biden and imploring Americans to vote.She was introduced by host Kerry Washington, who spoke of the voter-registration booths at Eilish’s concerts — which were present before the singer was old enough to vote — and her efforts to reduce the

Billie Eilish has given her latest single ‘My Future’ its live debut today (August 20), performing it at the third night of the virtual Democratic National Convention.Eilish is just one of many performers that have played the convention this week, with artists like Maggie Rogers and Leon Bridges performing at the beginning of the week.Watch the performance below:Before she took to the stage alongside her brother FINNEAS, Eilish posted on Instagram pleading her followers to vote for Joe Biden in

John Legend brought his soulful sounds to night two of the 2020 Democratic National Convention on Tuesday. The EGOT winner backed Democratic nominee Joe Biden and took part in the virtual event. Introduced by Tracee Ellis Ross, Legend kicked off his performance by singing the powerful song “Never Break” from his latest album, Bigger Love. 

Jack Schlossberg, the only grandson of President John F. Kennedy, spoke at the Democratic National Convention with his mother, Caroline Kennedy.

John Legend brought his soulful sounds to night two of the 2020 Democratic National Convention on Tuesday.

The second night of the 2020 Democratic National Convention airs tonight (August 18).

Ted Johnson The first night of the Democratic National Convention drew about 25% fewer viewers across six networks than in 2016, according to early numbers from Nielsen Media Research.The convention drew 18.7 million viewers in the 10 PM ET to 11:15 PM ET timeframe, when the most networks were carrying the convention proceedings, highlighted by a speech by former First Lady Michelle Obama.

Maggie Rogers and Leon Bridges performed at last night’s Democratic National Convention, which took place virtually for the first time.Presented by Eva Longoria (Desperate Housewives), the week-long event’s first instalment featured speeches from former First Lady Michelle Obama and Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders, who both urged viewers to vote for Joe Biden in the US presidential election this November.Rogers played her track ‘Back In My Body’ from an outdoor coastal setting in Scarborough,

Will Thorne Staff WriterOn the first night of the Democratic National Convetion (DNC), which saw Michelle Obama deliver a rousing speech to steal the show, ABC drew the largest total audience, at least according to early estimates.The Disney-owned network drew 2.1 million total viewers to its 10 p.m. coverage of the convention, and scored a 0.3 rating among adults 18-49.

Dino-Ray Ramos Associate Editor/ReporterFrom Democrats and Republicans rallying against Trump’s handling of the pandemic to the emotional moment of silence for George Floyd to Michelle Obama’s memorable “It is what it is” speech, it was all about the first night of the 2020 Democratic National Convention on Monday night. However, it was all about which network came out on top.

Michelle Obama wants you to get out and vote! For Night 1 of the Democratic National Convention on August 17, 2020, the 56-year-old accessorized her outfit in the most appropriate way possible: with a 14-karat gold VOTE necklace by the beloved Black-owned brand, By Chari.She paired the design with large hoop earrings and a long-sleeved brown silk Nanushka blouse.

Michelle Obama has once again reminded us that we hold the keys to our future!

Washington Post journalist Karen Attiah tweeted. “As do many of us women who are used to not being heard.”“I never imagined that something I'm so passionate about could mean so much to so many!” tweeted after the big moment.

Alexandra Del Rosario Associate Editor/Nights & WeekendsLate Night hosts Stephen Colbert, Trevor Noah and Jimmy Fallon took aim at the first night of the 2020 Democratic National Convention, which has gone virtual this year due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.Monday featured pre-recorded speeches from political figures including Amy Klobuchar, Andrew Cuomo, Jim Clyburn, Bernie Sanders and most notably Michelle Obama.