Jodi Kantor on Controversy Over ‘The Obamas’

The Takeaway

Jodi Kantor, correspondent for The New York Times, has written a new book called “The Obamas,” which gives an inside look into the first family. Specifically, she reports on Michelle Obama’s role as First Lady and her interactions with the President and with his senior advisers. Though Mrs. Obama  has not yet read the book, in a CBS This Morning interview  she responded that people have tried to portray her as an “angry black woman” since the day her husband announced his bid for the presidency. Jodi Kantor  joins the program to discuss the process of writing the book and address the controversy around it.  Cynthia Gordy, Washington reporter of the  The Root, speaks to The Takeaway about the controversial book and stereotypes that Michelle Obama is referring to.

Do you support journalism that strengthens our democracy?

At The World, we believe strongly that human-centered journalism is at the heart of an informed public and a strong democracy. We see democracy and journalism as two sides of the same coin. If you care about one, it is imperative to care about the other.

Every day, our nonprofit newsroom seeks to inform and empower listeners and hold the powerful accountable. Neither would be possible without the support of listeners like you. If you believe in our work, will you give today? We need your help now more than ever!