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His previous job was as a United States Senator. He decided he wanted to run for president, and that is what he did. It is not unusual for senators or governors to decide they want to try to attain a higher office.
More importantly, it is illegal for someone to hold two elected offices in the Federal government at the same time, so Senator Obama resigned his US Senate seat after being elected US President.
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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.
When did Barack Obama retire?
Barack Obama is still in office as the US President.
Michelle Obama's job?
Michelle Obama's job was being a lawyer
What does President Obama does do for education?
i am looking for a job with obama
What is barack obama's job?
his job is a president
When did Barack Obama retire as a college professor?
Although he was offered a full-time job as a law professor at the University of Chicago, he declined the offer. He left there after 12 years-- in 2004, to run for congress.
Obamas previous job?
President O'Bama was the Senator of Illonois before being Elected President.
Does Barack Obama have any children by previous affairs before Michelle?
No, Barack Obama does not have any previous children from affairs before he married Michelle. He has two daughters with his wife.
How can you use the word retire in a sentence?
When the time is right I shall retire from my job.
How do you get a civilengineering job in obama government?
i have ability to do this job
What did Michelle Obama do as a job before she met Barack Obama?
lawyer
Did Barack Barack Obama retire?
No, he did not. Usually, people do not retire until they are in their 60s, and these days, some people work into their 70s. Since Mr. Obama is not anywhere close to retirement age, it is doubtful he plans to retire any time soon.
