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Photo Gallery: World Watches Historic Election
In homes and on streets across the world, people celebrated the election of the first African-American president as a significant event in U.S. history.

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Election 2008, Election Day 1:46
2008 Elections, Witnessing History 2:36

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Obama Foreign Policy and Multilateral Diplomacy

When Barack Obama takes the oath of office January 20, 2009, a new American approach to foreign policy could be in the works.

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The Next Presidency

The Obama transition team is beginning its work to prepare for the administration of the 44th president of the United States.

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Road to the White House

As he prepares to become the 44th U.S. president, Barack Obama meets with his former rival, John McCain.

Did You Know?

During the coming weeks, Obama will announce his choices for department heads and other high-level officials who will guide his administration.

Blogs at America.gov

Campaign Trail Talk: Questions about the next president?

What do you want to know about Barack Obama and the incoming administration? Post your questions on our blog.

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Legally, U.S. Presidential Election Not Yet Complete

President-elect Obama is not formally elected until January 6, 2009.

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Quote Beginning Your election is an important step for the future of your country and of the world. End Quote

Frances, November 7

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Next President of the United States

Read the personal story of America’s next leader. Barack Obama: 44th President of the United States.

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TRANSITION | Forming the next government

Articles

Resources

Photo Gallery: World Watches Historic Election

Videos

Election 2008, Election Day 1:46

2008 Elections, Witnessing History 2:36

Feature

Obama Foreign Policy and Multilateral Diplomacy

Podcast

The Next Presidency

FEATURE

Road to the White House

Did You Know?

Blogs at America.gov

Campaign Trail Talk: Questions about the next president?

Quick Fact

Legally, U.S. Presidential Election Not Yet Complete

On the Record

Publication

Next President of the United States