Barack Obama

He was a community organizer and professor of Constitutional law at University of Chicago.

Yes. He was in Europe on official business in May 2011, and the Patriot Act needed to be re-authorized; rather than having a member of his staff fly the bill to him in France, which would have been expensive, he okayed the re-authorization and it was then signed by the autopen.

Many presidents have used an autopen for other official duties, and it is in no way unusual. It is generally used to sign photos or to sign letters being sent to constituents. But some sources say this was the first time a piece of legislation was signed using an autopen.

yes they did and they did by the following things below: Barack Obama Voted Twice In Favor Of The Democrats' FY 2009 Budget Resolution That Would Raise Taxes On Those Making Just $42,000 A Year. (S. Con. Res. 70, CQ Vote #85: Adopted 51-44: R 2-43; D 47-1; I 2-0, 3/14/08, Obama Voted Yea; S. Con. Res. 70, CQ Vote #142: Adopted 48- 45: R 2- 44; D 44- 1; I 2-0, 6/4/08, Obama Voted Yea)

FactCheck.org: The Budget Resolution Would Have Allowed Most Of The Provisions Of The 2001 And 2003 Tax Cuts To Expire, Effectively Raising Taxes On Those Making $41,500 In Total Income. "What Obama voted for was a budget resolution that would have allowed most of the provisions of the 2001 and 2003 tax cuts to expire. In particular, the resolution would allow the 25 percent tax bracket to return to its pre-2001 level of 28 percent. That bracket kicks in at $32,550 for an individual or $65,100 for a married couple. … But as those of you who have filled out a 1040 know, that's not actually how income taxes work. We don't pay taxes on our total earnings; we pay them based on our 'taxable income.' The Urban-Brookings Tax Policy Center's Eric Toder told FactCheck.org that 'people with taxable income of $32,000 would have a total income greater than that.' In 2008, anyone filing taxes with single status would be entitled to a standard deduction of $5,450, as well as a personal exemption of $3,500. So to have a taxable income high enough to reach the 25 percent bracket, an individual would need to earn at least $41,500 in total income, while a married couple would need a combined income of at least $83,000." ("The $32,000 Question," FactCheck.org, http://www.factcheck.org, 7/8/08)

His name is Barack Hussein Obama, II. He was named after his father.

Barack Obama's middle name, Hussein, gained attention because it is of Arabic origin and shared by former Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein. Some individuals used it to falsely suggest a connection or to portray Obama as Muslim or anti-American. However, it is important to remember that a person's middle name should not be used to make assumptions about their beliefs or values.

It depends on which side is answering the question. Republicans, who are generally opposed to him, are comparing him to Jimmy Carter (a Democrat who was considered a weak and ineffective leader). But Democrats disagree: they are generally comparing him to Abraham Lincoln or Franklin Delano Roosevelt.

He is the head men's basketball coach at Oregon State University he was also a sucessful bond trader before

Actually, there are people who believe neither one is a good option; and even members of the president's own party are saying drones are not okay. In fact, politics aside, this is an issue that is very troubling to a lot of Americans, both Democrats and Republicans. It should be noted that Mr. Bush supported using drones too, but the real issue is not whether Bush did X and Obama did Y. The question is whether torture (and most objective sources agree that waterboarding is in fact torture) is unethical, and whether so-called "targeted killings" are equally unethical, no matter who the president is. Defending the United States against its enemies is not easy, and what is or is not permitted is a controversial topic. I expect we will hear more of a debate about such policies in the days ahead.

Yes and no. Like most presidents, Barack Obama disagreed with the policies of the president who came before him (in this case President Bush). Mr. Obama did change some of Mr. Bush's policies-- eliminating waterboarding, for example, and bringing our troops home from Iraq. He also had a different view on social issues than Mr. Bush; President Obama supported marriage equality and he supported stem cell research, just to name two issues. Also, President Obama and his team completed the task of finding Osama Bin Laden and bringing him to justice, which President Bush was never able to achieve. But in some cases, Mr. Obama has continued the policies of his predecessor, such as renewing the Patriot Act and continuing to use drones as a tool to go after foreign terrorists.

It is not accurate or scientifically possible to discuss the racial makeup of someone's cellular mitochondria. Mitochondria do not have a race, as race is a social construct that applies to human populations. Additionally, personal genetic information is private, and it is unlikely that such specific details about an individual's mitochondrial DNA would be widely known or relevant.

In no particular order: Federal funding of stem cell research; closer oversight of the financial services/credit card industry; ratification of the nuclear weapons reduction treaty with Russia; rescue of the US automobile industry; health insurance reform; timetables for bringing our troops home from Iraq and Afghanistan; extension of unemployment compensation; an end to discrimination against homosexuals in the military.

Barack Obama dealt with being a president by maintaining a calm demeanor and emphasizing the importance of empathy and cooperation. He sought to bridge political divides and worked towards finding common ground on key issues. He also relied on a team of advisors and experts to help inform his decisions and pursued a measured and thoughtful approach to governance.

In his book "A Promised Land," Barack Obama expressed regret over his handling of the situation in Libya during his presidency. He acknowledged that the intervention did not achieve the desired outcome of a stable and peaceful country and led to unintended consequences, including the rise of extremist groups in the region. Additionally, Obama has spoken about his regret for not being able to enact more comprehensive gun control measures during his time in office.

No, Barack Obama's name does not spell "bomb America." This is an incorrect and baseless claim. It is important to rely on accurate information and avoid spreading false rumors or conspiracy theories.

There is no public record or verified information indicating that Barack Obama ever cursed at his children. Obama has always maintained a positive and loving relationship with his daughters throughout his public life.

President Obama's platform for the 2012 election focused on job creation and economic recovery, healthcare reform, immigration reform, addressing climate change, and advancing social issues such as equal rights for LGBTQ+ individuals and women's rights. He also emphasized the importance of education, investing in technology and innovation, and strengthening national security.

Barack Obama and John McCain debated several times on television during the 2008 presidential election. However, there will not be any future debates between them as Obama served as the 44th President of the United States from 2009 to 2017 and McCain passed away in 2018.

I would talk about how Obama was raised in Hawaii. Went to ivy league schools. Never grew up on the streets yet, when he gets in front of a predominately black crowd, he starts with the black accent routine. It should be insulting to blacks, it was insulting when Hillary did it, it should be no different when he does it.

I think you are referring to a slip of the tongue Mr. Obama made during the 2008 campaign, when he said he had been to all 57 states. In reality, he certainly knows how many states there are, but like all candidates, he has made his share of mistakes when speaking. This happens to every candidate, especially during a presidential race, when you are getting little sleep and doing hundreds of appearances and interviews. Both John McCain in 2008 and Mitt Romney in 2012 made their share of slips of the tongue, and Mr. Obama had a few too. Sadly, the media like to focus on these "gaffes" and replay them over and over. But all they prove is that candidates are human and sometimes they mis-speak.

Barack Obama completed his second term as President of the United States in 2017.

By most accounts, the president's father only lived with his wife and son during the first year or so of young Barack's life. President Obama has written about his vague memories of his dad, which were basically shaped by his father's brief visit (one month) when young Barack was ten years old. Other than that, he never saw his biological father.

No, Obama's mother, Stanley Ann Dunham, was not Irish. She was primarily of English and German ancestry.

No, this is another internet myth. The president has not declared martial law, on 19 March 2012 or on any other day. If there were martial law, you would see U.S. soldiers in the streets arresting large numbers of people and putting them in detention camps. This has not happened, nor is it likely to occur. Further, there is no evidence that Mr. Obama will declare martial law, contrary to partisan claims by some of his political opponents.

There is not much evidence that he used crack. However, during his youthful rebellious days, which he has been very up front about, he did use marijuana regularly with his friends. And he says he tried cocaine but did not like it. Eventually, he stopped using drugs, partly because his grandparents were disappointed with him, and partly because he just matured and decided to focus on his studies.

Barack Obama served as the 44th President of the United States from 2009 to 2017. Prior to his presidency, he also served as a U.S. Senator from Illinois. Currently, he is a private citizen and does not hold an official position in the government.