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Obama, Barack, 1961-; International relations; Foreign relations of the United States in the 21st century; Bush, George W. (George Walker), 1946-; Iraq War, 2003-2011; Afghan War, 2001-2021

The article discuses the foreign policies of U.S. President Barack Obama. His familiarity with foreign policy as a student and law professor, particularly what he read in books, is considered as are his travels outside of the U.S. before becoming the president. Obama's early political career in the U.S. Senate is described, particularly the stance of Democrats on U.S. foreign policies. Other topics include former U.S. President George W. Bush and his policies, and Obama's handling of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.