Barack Obama is to announce his candidacy for the Democratic Party following his rise in popularity. This makes him a front runner alongside Hilary Clinton. Clinton’s support for the Iraq War in 2002 is noted so Obama’s consistent opposition makes him appealing to many people.
Obama is amazed at the way his support has grown. His visit to Kenya, his father’s place of origin, showed that his popularity is confined to the U.S. His two books have given him a high profile, although a reference to trying drugs raised some controversy.