Friendly foes: Sources told the author that Michelle (right) is
jealous of Barack's closeness with Oprah (left)
Keeping up appearances: Because Oprah's say means a
significant amount of votes, the Obamas put aside their growing
frustrations and appeared on one of the host's final shows
Warring women: Though publicly close, inside
sources report that Michelle feels threatened by Oprah, and has
tried to distance herself and her husband from the former Queen of
Daytime
Sidelined: Oprah campaigned with Mr Obama during
the 2008 election and he is hoping she will do the same this
year