Barack Obama
44th U.S. President
Personal Stats
Name | Barack Obama |
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Role | Politician |
Industry | Politics |
Net Worth | $70 Million |
Related People
Table of Contents
- About Barack Obama
- Businesses Owned
- Early Life
- Family
About Barack Obama
Barack Obama is a member of the Democratic Party and was the first African American to hold the office. He is also a recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize. Post-presidency, Obama has continued to influence public life through his writing, public speaking, and the Obama Foundation, which focuses on global issues and civic engagement.
Businesses Owned
Higher Ground Productions
The Obama Foundation
Pfeiffer State Farm
Early Life
Obama's simple background makes his presidency even more impressive.
- Barack Hussein Obama II was born in Honolulu, Hawaii. After his parents' divorce when he was two years old, Obama lived with his mother and grandparents in Hawaii. His father returned to Kenya.
- He attended Punahou School, a prestigious prep school in Honolulu, from fifth grade until his graduation in 1979.
- Started at Occidental College in Los Angeles before transferring to Columbia University in New York City, where he earned a degree in political science in 1983.
- Attended Harvard Law School, where he became the first African American president of the Harvard Law Review.
- His multicultural background and experiences living in different parts of the world, including Indonesia with his mother and stepfather, shaped his worldview and political outlook.
- After graduating from Columbia, Obama worked in community organizing in Chicago, which laid the groundwork for his future political career
Family
Despite the fame and worldwide recognition, Obama's family remains tight-knit and closely bonded.
- Barack is married to Michelle Obama who is a Lawyer, author, and former First Lady of the United States.
- He has two daughters, Malia Ann Obama: Born on July 4, 1998. Currently pursuing her career and education and Sasha (Natasha) Obama: Born on June 10, 2001. Also focused on her education and future career.
- His mother was Ann Dunham who was an Anthropologist. She passed away in 1995.
- His father is Barack Obama Sr. who is an Economist from Kenya. He passed away in 1982.
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