What role did Hussein's father play in Somali politics?
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Answer
Hussein's father, Siad Barre, was a prominent military leader in Somali politics. After serving as a commander in the Somali National Army, he seized power in a 1969 coup d'état, becoming the country's president. Barre's rule was characterized by a mix of socialist and nationalist policies, as well as the suppression of political dissent.
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