Assessing whether Barack Obama was a "good" president depends on the criteria and perspectives you use, as well as individual values and political beliefs. Here are some key points often discussed about his presidency:

**Achievements and Strengths:**
- **Economic Recovery:** Obama inherited the presidency during the Great Recession. His administration implemented stimulus measures that helped stabilize the economy and led to a long period of job growth.
- **Affordable Care Act (ACA):** One of his signature achievements, the ACA expanded healthcare coverage to millions of Americans and implemented protections for people with pre-existing conditions.
- **Osama bin Laden:** Under Obama's leadership, U.S. forces located and killed Osama bin Laden in 2011.
- **Climate Policy:** He advanced environmental protections and signed the Paris Agreement on climate change.
- **Social Issues:** Obama supported marriage equality and took steps toward criminal justice reform.

**Criticisms and Challenges:**
- **Partisan Polarization:** Political division and gridlock increased during his tenure.
- **Foreign Policy:** Some critics point to ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, the rise of ISIS, and the handling of situations like the Syrian civil war as shortcomings.
- **Healthcare Rollout:** The initial rollout of the ACA website was problematic and some Americans were critical of the law itself.

People’s views on Obama's presidency vary widely depending on their political views and what issues they prioritize. If you want, I can provide more detailed information on specific policies or aspects of his time in office.
