Includes bibliographical references (p. 77) and index.
Contents:
Early life -- Childhood and family background -- Education and marriage -- Entry into politics -- Return to Chicago and early political involvement -- Election to the state legislature and U.S. Senate -- Rise of a political superstar -- Nomination and election -- The primary campaign of 2008 -- Showdown with McCain -- Presidency -- Economic challenges -- Health care reform -- Foreign-policy challenges -- Campaign for reelection.
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