Barack Obama was the first black president of the United States. His 2008 election win made history as it showed change in the U.S. and engaged more voters than ever before. The document also provides brief biographical details on Obama, including being born in Hawaii and having a wife. It notes the historical mistreatment of black people in America through slavery and the KKK, and the civil rights movement helping advance racial equality.

1. Barack Obama By John & Ana

2. Why is it important to vote? Its important to vote to express your views. Its important because you can have your say in what happens to the country. Its Important for women to vote because women worked really hard to get the Opportunity to vote.

3. How has his win made history? His win has made history because he is the first black president. His win has made history because he is the 44 th president in the USA. His win made history because more people then ever before turned up to vote.

4. Why was his win so important? His win was so important because it shows change in the USA More people turned up to vote in this election then ever before.

5. Black History Black people use to me used as slaves in the slave trade. They where set free but still mistreated (KKK). Martin Luther did non violent protests and many speeches to try and stop this, and he did. Now a black man is president of the USA!

6. Quick facts on Barack Obama He is black He is moving into the Whitehouse in January Arif said he lost his virginity at 15. He has a wife that not many people know about His last name is Obama He was born in Honolulu, Hawaii