Obama Age

What is Obama's Age?

A Look at the 44th President's Life and Career

Barack Obama, the 44th President of the United States, was born on August 4, 1961, which makes him 61 years old as of today, May 2023. Obama was born in Honolulu, Hawaii, to a Kenyan father and an American mother and spent his early childhood in Indonesia. He graduated from Columbia University and Harvard Law School. Before entering politics, Obama worked as an organizer for the Developing Communities Project and as a civil rights attorney.

Obama's Political Career

Obama's political career began in 1996 when he was elected to the Illinois State Senate. He served in the Illinois Senate for eight years, and in 2005, he was elected to the United States Senate. Obama's political career has been marked by his commitment to progressive causes such as healthcare reform, immigration reform, and climate change.

Obama's Presidency

Obama was elected President of the United States in 2008. He was the first African-American to be elected President of the United States. During his presidency, Obama signed into law the Affordable Care Act, which provided health insurance to millions of Americans who were previously uninsured. He also oversaw the end of the Iraq War and the killing of Osama bin Laden. Obama left office in 2017 with an approval rating of 60%.

Obama's Post-Presidency

Since leaving office, Obama has remained active in public life. He has written a memoir, "A Promised Land," and he has given speeches and lectures around the world. Obama has also worked on a number of projects, including the Obama Foundation, which focuses on improving the lives of young people.