Obamas Time
Morton Keller
Barack Obama swept into office in 2008, capitalizing on his fresh and
compelling political persona, the appeal of his "Hope and Change"
campaign, the pre-election financial crisis, and a wave of popular
discontent with his predecessor. The nation's first African-American
president stirred unusually high expectations, and his first term saw
the passage of a substantial economic stimulus package, a large-scale
expansion of financial regulation, a drawdown in Iraq, and his signature
health care reform. But a stagnant economy persisted. His personal
popularity had no effect on the persistent disapproval of his program.
The Democrats suffered a severe electoral setback in the 2010
Congressional election. But Obama's exceptional campaign organization,
his strong personal appeal, and a weak Republican opponent won him a
second term in 2012
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