When they go low, we go high.
Analysis
The phrase was a central theme of Michelle Obama's remarks at the 2016 Democratic National Convention, emphasizing a moral high ground in political discourse. It was widely reported and quoted in multiple credible sources. The statement is accurately attributed to her and the context.
Background
Michelle Obama delivered this speech on July 25, 2016, in Philadelphia, where she endorsed Hillary Clinton for president. The line became one of the most memorable quotes of the convention, encapsulating her call for dignity and resilience in the face of political opposition.
Verdict summary
Michelle Obama did say 'When they go low, we go high' during her 2016 DNC speech.
Sources consulted
— C-SPAN: Michelle Obama 2016 DNC Speech (https://www.c-span.org/video/?412051-1/michelle-obama-2016-dnc-speech)
— The New York Times: Michelle Obama’s Speech at the Democratic Convention (https://www.nytimes.com/2016/07/26/us/politics/transcript-michelle-obama-speech-dnc.html)
— NPR: Michelle Obama's Full Speech At The Democratic Convention (https://www.npr.org/2016/07/25/487251999/michelle-obamas-full-speech-at-the-democratic-convention)