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The First Lady
Punch Perfect
Season 1
Episode 108
Eleanor forces Franklin's hand in assisting Jewish refugees fleeing Nazi Germany. Jerry spends his retirement on the road, Betty seeks out new party companions at home. Despite Barack's hesitations, Michelle directly speaks out about race.
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Eleanor, Betty and Michelle each leave the White House, determined to make a difference.
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Eleanor presses Franklin to act, Betty becomes First Lady, and Michelle faces opposition.
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Eleanor Roosevelt, Betty Ford, and Michelle Obama grapple with idea of the First Lady.