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The one-year anniversary of U.S. President Barack Obama in office has been noted all over the world. Of particular importance is the fact that almost one-third of Obama’s supporters have abandoned him as they change their view of him as president of hope to the president of disappointment. And it’s true: Obama’s position is extremely difficult now. He is spending his political capital rapidly, pressure from the Republican Party is mounting as it re-establishes its position, and the array of problems facing him is growing.