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    Why Michelle Obama’s Braids Are Significant

    While each product featured is independently selected by our editors, we may include paid promotion. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Read more about our Product Review Guidelines here. Madam C.J. Walker. Katherine Johnson. Lauren Simmons. Serena Williams. There are countless Black women who have proven over again that anything is possible. During her time as the First Lady of the United States, Michelle Obama didn’t think she could wear her hair in braids — not only because it had never been done before, but also because, whether people choose to admit it or not, hair is political. On Aug. 20, she wore the protective…