without any preconditions.” Barack Obama, born on August 4, 1961, in Hawaii, faced a challenging childhood after his Kenyan father abandoned the family. Raised by his grandparents in Hawaii, he later lived briefly in Indonesia before returning. Speculation about his nationality arose, but he proved his American identity with birth certificates. After studying law at Harvard, he became a civil rights lawyer in Chicago, where he met and married Michelle Obama, with whom he has two children. Obama's political career began when he was elected to the Illinois state senate in 1996, followed by a U.S. Senate seat in 2004. His book, "The Audacity of Hope," boosted his public profile, especially after his opposition to the Iraq war. In 2008, he ran for president, successfully defeating Hillary Clinton for the Democratic nomination and then Republican John McCain in the general election. His victory was historic, marking the election of the first Black president in the U.S., symbolizing hope for many in the context of America's racial history. As president, Obama faced a hostile Congress that blocked much of his agenda, but he managed to pass a significant health care bill. He campaigned on a liberal platform, promising to close Guantanamo Bay and improve international relations, particularly with the Muslim world.

by Bimal Thakkar in English Biography

Writen by Bimal Thakkar

Category Biography