Barack Obama
44th President of the United States
Born
August 4th, 1961
64 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the 44th President of the United States from 2009 to 2017. Delivered significant legislation including the Affordable Care Act. Nominated and awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2009 for extraordinary efforts to strengthen international diplomacy and cooperation between peoples. Prior to presidency, served as a U.S. Senator from Illinois from 2005 to 2008. Authored several books, including 'Dreams from My Father' and 'A Promised Land.'
Signed the Affordable Care Act into law
Received the Nobel Peace Prize in 2009
Served as U.S. Senator from Illinois
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