All living former presidents of the United States were joined by their spouses on Monday for Donald Trump’s inauguration as the 47th president — except for Barack Obama, whose wife, Michelle, skipped the ceremony.
Mrs. Obama’s absence did not come as a surprise; Barack and Michelle Obama’s office issued a statement last week: “Former President Barack Obama is confirmed to attend the 60th Inaugural Ceremonies. Former first lady Michelle Obama will not attend the upcoming inauguration.” She also skipped the state funeral of former President Jimmy Carter earlier this month.
Michelle Obama’s disdain for Americans who do not share her perspective extends as far back as her remarks in February 2008, when her husband was running for the Democratic presidential nomination, and she said, “For the first time in my adult…
