Former first lady Michelle Obama delivered an impassioned call for civic engagement in Atlanta, headlining an event hosted by her nonpartisan organization, When We All Vote. Just days before the upcoming election , Obama urged voters to shake off political apathy and embrace their role in shaping the nation’s future. Her speech drew on personal insights from her experiences at the highest levels of power, warning against complacency and emphasizing the long, often challenging path toward progress.
“Change takes decades” Obama acknowledged the frustration many feel about the slow pace of change in American politics. “In this country, change takes not days, but decades, y'all,” she said. “So that can be frustrating.
It’s natural to wonder if anyone hears you, if anyone sees you.” She underscored the need for patience, encouraging people to use their voices to demand better from leaders. Reflecting on her years working alongside some of the most influential figures in the world, Obama reminded attendees of the power held by those who engage fully in the political process.
“I have sat at tables with some of the most powerful people in the world,” she shared. “And let me tell you, a lot of these people sitting at those tables have absolutely no clue what your lives are like. They could not care less about your apathy.
In fact, they welcome it. They are happy to be in full control of this game.” Rejecting apathy, embracing power Obama’s message urged her a.
