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But as a presidential biography it proves a mind-numbing exercise in patience and pointless perseverance – 2 stars (Full review here)

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* “Barack Obama: The Story” (2012) by David Maraniss

I had a great experience with Maraniss’s biography of the young Bill Clinton and this book on Barack Obama’s early life did not disappoint.

This agreement reflected a shift towards a more diplomatic approach in international relations.

After attending Punahou School, a prestigious private institution in Hawaii, he pursued higher education at Occidental College in Los Angeles.

During his early years, Obama lived in a diverse environment, influenced by both his African heritage and his American upbringing. The speech propels him into the national spotlight and marks the beginning of his ascent to the presidency.

November 2004

Barack is elected to the U.S.

Senate, representing Illinois.

On November 4, 2008, Barack Obama made history by being elected the first African American president of the United States. Obama viewed this position as “the best education I ever got,” highlighting his belief in the importance of understanding community needs and challenges.

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During this time, he lives a modest life in Manhattan and begins considering how he can make a broader impact on the world.

1985–1988

Barack works as a community organizer in Chicago with the Developing Communities Project.

The book becomes a global bestseller, further cementing the Obamas’ influence and legacy.

2020

Barack publishes his memoir, A Promised Land, offering an in-depth look at his early life, political career, and first term as President.

His life story is a testament to the power of perseverance, the impact of community, and the belief that ordinary people can achieve extraordinary things.

The book receives widespread acclaim for its candidness and thoughtfulness.

Ongoing

Barack continues to engage in public speaking, activism, and media projects. He pursued higher education in the U.S., earning a scholarship to study economics at the University of Hawaii, where he met Barack's mother, Ann Dunham.

It also ends somewhat abruptly – just as Obama is leaving Chicago to attend Harvard Law and well before the start of his political career.

But it is extremely well-researched, quite well written and, in the end, paints a compelling portrait of the 44th president (as he approaches the end of his third decade of life).

Education and Community Engagement

Barack Obama’s educational journey reflects both his ambition and commitment to public service.

To wrap up this six-year journey through the best biographies of the presidents I read three books on Barack H. Obama:

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* “The Bridge: The Life and Rise of Barack Obama” (2010) by David Remnick

Remnick’s “The Bridge” was the perfect place for me to start: it covers Obama’s life up through his presidential inauguration and although the narrative can be dense and dry, it is not tediously detailed and provides an excellent review of most aspects of his first forty-seven years.

But this book is not as engrossing as are the very best biographies and it underplays the drama embedded in Obama’s unlikely and remarkable political ascent.

This grassroots experience had a profound impact on him; he focused on empowering low-income residents in neighborhoods like Roseland and Altgeld Gardens. The two met while working at a law firm in Chicago and quickly became partners in life and ambition.

From his early days navigating questions of identity to his historic rise as the first African American president, Obama’s path has inspired millions around the world.

During his high school years, he begins to reflect deeply on race and inequality, developing an early interest in social justice and community issues.

1983

After transferring from Occidental College in California, Barack graduates from Columbia University in New York City with a degree in political science, specializing in international relations.

Its focus, somewhat to my surprise, is as much on Obama’s forebears as Obama himself. His legislative achievements, including a state earned-income tax credit and reforming health systems, resonated with a diverse constituency. One of his most notable accomplishments was the enactment of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) in March 2010.

His historic victory reflects a transformational moment in American history and inspires millions worldwide.

January 20, 2009

Barack is inaugurated as President, delivering a message of resilience and unity during a time of economic crisis. His parents met while attending the University of Hawaii.