A Promised Land
By Barack Obama
Crown Publishing Group, 2020.
Summary of A Promised Land book by Barack Obama
An honest, illuminating narrative of the remarkable journey of the 44th American president, from his birth in Hawaii to obtaining the most influential leadership position in the world and making sweeping changes in his first term, told from the unique perspective of the man himself.
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What do you get from this book? An inspiring journey inside Obama’s meteoric political rise and eventful first term
Obama’s passion for justice, learned from his mother, inspired him to study law while his own political views developed
After gaining vital local experience as a state senator, Obama quickly progressed to the united states senate
Obama’s electrifying speech at the 2004 democratic national convention set him on the path to the 2008 presidential race
Obama was first and foremost a family man, but his political ambitions often made life difficult for Michelle
The primary race was won through determination, resilience and grassroots support, small donations and internet activism
Understanding the financial crisis and choosing the right running-mate were instrumental in Obama’s watershed 2008 general election win
Obama’s first presidential priority, staunching the bleeding of the economy, resulted in a recovery act to bail out the banks
Helping the world deal with the crash and limiting nuclear weapons established the foundation for Obama’s renowned international relations
Obama was dedicated to resolving the Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts, but was also challenged by the Arab spring
The affordable care act was one of Obama’s biggest policy achievements—and one of his hardest-won
Social reforms on immigration and LGBTQ rights were difficult to get passed
The 2010 gulf of Mexico oil spill proved a stark environmental challenge to Obama’s administration
The death of Osama bin laden was Obama’s first big anti-terrorism achievement and brought the country together
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About the author of A Promised Land
Barack Obama
As the 44th president of the United States, Barack Obama served two terms between 2009 and 2017. Prior to the presidency, he was a U.S. Senator and the first Black chairperson of the Harvard Law Society. He also taught Constitutional Law at the University of Chicago. Obama’s previous best-selling books include Dreams from My Father and The Audacity of Hope.
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