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  • Barack Obama
    Barack Obama

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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

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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

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    First families have shared the public spotlight with each president of the United States.

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Videos (10)

  • White House: Deconstructed
    White House: Deconstructed

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    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 Facts

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    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 Obama

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    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. Obama

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    An excerpt from Barack H. Obama's inaugural address on Tuesday, January 20, 2009.

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  • Becoming Barack Obama
    Becoming Barack Obama

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    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: Harvard

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    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 Politician

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    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 Obama

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    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.

    Video Clip (3:36)
  • Barack Obama: Candidate for Change
    Barack Obama: Candidate for Change

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    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 Obama

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    Follow Barack Obama's political journey from his early years to the White House.

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