Die Erfolgsgeschichte des Barack Obama

During his presidential campaign, U.S. President Barack Obama achieved a popularity that radiated far beyond the borders of the United States. He ran a modern, intelligent election campaign and undeniably possesses exceptional rhetorical talent. In particular, his strong impact on the supposedly politically disenchanted younger segments of the population, as well as the active political movement he launched during the campaign, quickly aroused the interest of politicians, business and the media. Since his candidacy, Obama has been treated as a political trendsetter and has frequently been cited as a possible role model for political actors in Germany. But could such a visionary type of politician ever gain acceptance within the German party elites? And could he launch a similarly powerful movement in this country?