Former First Lady Michelle Obama has delivered a blunt assessment of America's readiness for female leadership, declaring that the nation 'ain't ready' for a woman president and telling those who claim otherwise: 'you all are lying'. 'As we saw in this past election, sadly, we ain't ready', Obama said. 'That's why I'm like, don't even look at me about running, because you all are lying. Michelle Obama:“Don't even look at me about running, because you all are lying. Obama campaigned heavily for Harris in 2024, drawing large crowds to campaign events, advocating for women's health care and pleading with men to vote for Harris.