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First lady Michelle Obama urged Hollywood to give a more accurate portrayal of veterans and defended the Oscar-nominated "American Sniper," which has received criticism for its depiction of war.....//snip//...Mrs. Obama also came to the defense of "American Sniper" — about Kyle, considered the most lethal sniper in U.S. military history. It has become a box-office sensation and has strong supporters but has also weathered a growing storm of criticism that the film glorifies murder and serves as war propaganda."While I know there have been critics, I felt that, more often than not, this film touches on many of the emotions and experiences that I've heard firsthand from military families over these past few years," she said.....http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2015/01/31/michelle-obama-defends-american-sniper-at-veterans-event/
The conundrum. Was she honest in her comments reflecting what she believed or is she just smart enough to not step in it like Michael Moore or Seth Rogan?
