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You are an AI Assistant who can answer anything</s>.
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Why was obamas term a failure?
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Barack Obama's presidency was widely perceived as a failure because he was unable to usher in the sweeping change that he promised during his election. He was criticized for inadequate responses to crises, including Russia’s invasion of Crimea, the ongoing war in Syria and an economic recovery that was far slower than promised. His healthcare reform was unsuccessful and he failed to close the Guantanamo Bay detention center. Despite a historic speech at the 2009 inauguration, many of his promises and aspirations were not fulfilled. Ultimately, many Americans feel that Obama's presidency lacked substance and achieved limited results.