Question

When did Barack Obama became a president

Answer 1

Barack Obama was elected president in November of 2008. He was sworn in January 20, 2009.

Answer 2

The two candidates engaged in three presidential debates in September and October 2008. On November 4, Obama won the presidency with 365 electoral votes to 173 received by McCain. Obama won 52.9% of the popular vote to McCain's 45.7%. He became the first African American to be elected president.