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Barack Obama
Barack Obama(18 Photos)
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The 44th president of the United States, Barack Obama was elected in 2008 and is the first African American to hold the office.
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Hawaii
Hawaii(12 Photos)
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View pictures from the state of Hawaii on History. See images of famous locations that represent the state.
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Presidents and Their Children
Presidents and Their Children(14 Photos)
14 Photos
First families have shared the public spotlight with each president of the United States.
Videos (10)
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White House: Deconstructed
White House: DeconstructedVideo Clip (1:35)
Video Clip (1:35)
It may not have been home to the president until 1800 or even called the White House until 1901, but it remains a symbol of freedom and democracy throughout the world.
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Presidential Fun Facts
Presidential Fun FactsVideo Clip (1:21)
Video Clip (1:21)
The Oval Office has been filled with extraordinary presidents, but did you know about these not-so-famous firsts?
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Election 2008: Barack Obama
Election 2008: Barack ObamaVideo Clip (2:21)
Video Clip (2:21)
A look at Barack Obama's presidential campaign and historic win in the 2008 general election
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Inaugural Address: Barack H. Obama
Inaugural Address: Barack H. ObamaVideo Clip (3:23)
Video Clip (3:23)
An excerpt from Barack H. Obama's inaugural address on Tuesday, January 20, 2009.
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Becoming Barack Obama
Becoming Barack ObamaVideo Clip (5:49)
Video Clip (5:49)
A look at the events of Barack Obama's childhood and youth that influenced and shaped him into the person he is today.
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Barack Obama: Harvard
Barack Obama: HarvardVideo Clip (4:01)
Video Clip (4:01)
A look at the events of Barack Obama's childhood and youth that influenced and shaped him into the person he is today.
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Barack Obama The Politician
Barack Obama The PoliticianVideo Clip (1:52)
Video Clip (1:52)
Barack Obama's rise in politics from his first step into the public sphere to being elected State Senator of Illinois.
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Becoming A Candidate: Barack Obama
Becoming A Candidate: Barack ObamaVideo Clip (3:36)
Video Clip (3:36)
Barack Obama speaks at the 2004 Democratic National Convention and is launched onto the national political stage. After winning a seat in the US Senate, he enters the Democratic race for the White House.
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Barack Obama: Candidate for Change
Barack Obama: Candidate for ChangeVideo Clip (3:24)
Video Clip (3:24)
Follow Barak Obama's political journey from his early years to the White House.
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Path to the Podium: Barack Obama
Path to the Podium: Barack ObamaVideo Clip (3:18)
Video Clip (3:18)
Follow Barack Obama's political journey from his early years to the White House.
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