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Yes, he has said he did enjoy it, although at times, he found it frustrating. Barack Obama came to the US senate hopeful of being able to bring both sides together on issues (which was his reputation during three terms in the Illinois state senate). But the Republicans still controlled congress in 2004, and there was often congressional gridlock, and a lack of bipartisanship. Senator Obama had committed himself to a career in politics by that time, and was determined to work with Republicans. Sometimes, he was able to do so, and forged some strong friendships, especially with Senator Chuck Hagel. But at other times, he was unable to make any progress. That said, he has told reporters that he did find being a US senator an amazing opportunity.
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It is difficult to determine President Obama's personal enjoyment of his role as a US senator, as this is based on individual perception. However, he has described his time in the Senate as productive and fulfilling, allowing him to effect change and serve the American people.
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What job did Barack Obama have before he became president of the us?
His previous job was as a U.S. Senator from Illinois. Before that, he was an Illinois State Senator.
Did Obama have job in politics?
Yes, he was an Illinois State Senator, and then a U.S. senator from Illinois before he became president.
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His job just before he became president was as US Senator from Illinois.
What was Barack Obama's job directly before he became US president?
Before being elected as President of the United States, Barack Obama was the junior Senator for the State of Illinois.
What was Obama's job before?
Mr. Obama was a junior U.S. senator for almost four years before he became president.
What was Obama's last job?
Senator
What was Barack Obama's job before becoming the president?
Barack Obama was a US senator from the state of Illinois, serving in our nation's capitol, Washington, DC.
What was Barack Obama's vice president's last job?
Vice- President Joseph Biden was a US Senator from Delaware before he became the Veep.
What did Barack Obama do before he ran for president what job?
Before he ran for president, Mr. Obama was a U.S. Senator from Illinois. Prior to that, he was a state senator, and he also was a college law professor. Before that, he was a civil rights attorney, and a community organizer/advocate for the poor.
What job did president Obama hold before he was elected president?
Before he was president, Barack Obama served as a US Senator from the state of Illinois. Before that, he was an Illinois state senator for three terms. He was also a professor of law at the University of Chicago, and he worked as a lawyer for a small Chicago law firm specializing in civil rights cases.
What did Obama do as a job before president?
He was US Senator for Illinois from January 2005 up until he won the Presidential election when he resigned from this post to become President.
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he was hawiian govornor
