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In 2004, Barack Obama was an up-and-coming young Democrat, and a newly elected U.S. senator from Illinois. John Kerry, the Democratic nominee for president, heard that Mr. Obama was a dynamic speaker, and invited him to give an address to the Democratic Convention; it would be televised nationally, and given in prime time. Mr. Obama did not disappoint. His speech about what unites us, and the need to seek common ground no matter what political party we are from, was so well-received that many people believe it launched his career as a possible candidate for higher office.
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Was Barack Obama in the US congress?
Yes. Barack Obama was elected Senator of Illinois in the 2004 elections.
What politician first gained national attention during the 2004 Democratic convention?
Barack Obama
How old was Barack Obama when he was first elected to the Senate?
HE WAS 47 YEARS OF AGE
Did Barack Obama vote on the Defense of Marriage Act?
No. The United States Senate voted on the Defense of Marriage Act in 1996. During that time, Barack Obama was a senator in the Illinois State Senate. Mr. Obama won election to the U.S. Senate in 2004.
Was Obama a senator in illions?
Barack Obama served as a senator in the Illinois state legislature between 1997-2004. He resigned when he was elected to the US senate.
When was Barack Obama elected?
After choosing running mate Joe Biden and defeating John McCain Barack Obama became president. He was elected on November 4, 2008 with 52.9 percent of the vote. He was sworn in on on January 20, 2009 to the presidency.
Will Barack Obama be the next president of the US?
Yes. I deeply believe that Barack Obama will be the next president of The United States Of America. His views are refreshing and after voting a Republican in 2004 and we all seen how badly Bush did its time for change Change We Need Vote Obama- Biden
Who delivered the keynote address at the 2004 Democratic National Convention?
Barack Obama gave the keynote address in July 2004 at his party's national convention.
What elected position did Barack Obama hold before being elected president?
Before becoming president, Barack Obama was elected to the Illinois state senate in 1996, and he was then elected to serve as a U.S. Senator from Illinois: he won that election in 2004.
How long has Barack been a member of congress?
Barack Obama has been a U.S. Senator since Jan. 4, 2005. He served in the Illinois State Senate from 1997 to 2004.
How old is Senator Obama?
President Obama was born in 1961, making him 51 years old (as of 2012).
When was Barack Obama Governor?
Barack Obama was never governor of Illinois. He was a US senator of Illinois from January 3, 2005 - November 16, 2008 and a state senator from January 8, 1997 - November 4, 2004.
