A new Speaker of the House, John Boehner turned a simple debt ceiling negotiation into a debacle for the president and the Democrats. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)
The oldest first daughter recently became a teenager and her father is beginning to worry about possible suitors. Perhaps his daughters could not start dating until they’re 30. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais, File)
A Palin run for the presidency. If Palin clinched the GOP nomination for president it would make Obama’s re-election efforts much easier. (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak, File)
It’s hard enough growing old, but imagine going gray as the president of the United States. Perhaps a box of “Just for Men” might help Obama. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais)
Immigration reform. Obama probably got many of those gray hairs thinking about how to change U.S. immigration laws. It would be great if reform could be enacted in time for his 51st birthday. (AP Image)
When Oprah Winfrey speaks the country tends to listen. So how about a 2012 Oprah endorsement for President Obama? It may not cost anything but could be worth millions in votes. (AP Image)
One of Obama’s favorite treats, a stop for ice cream is usually a staple during an Obama family vacation. Lets hope his ice cream cake does not melt when the 50 candles are lit. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
Unemployment has been above 7 percent since Obama took office in 2008, and has grown since. A drop in unemployment would be a great present for the president and for the country. (File Photo)
His wife’s ‘Let’s Move’ campaign encourages everyone to get up and get moving. Perhaps Obama can wish for better moves on the basketball court. (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak)
Who doesn’t want to be loved on their birthday. A rise in the polls and an increase in confidence from the American people would make a great gift. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)
On his 50th birthday, President Obama seems to have a lot to be grateful for. After a long debate, the debt ceiling increase was finally passed, narrowly averting a government financial default.
He enjoyed some pre-birthday celebrations at a $35,000 per person dinner/fundraiser and topped off the night at a star studded concert birthday concert starring Jennifer Hudson, Herbie Hancock and celebrity supporters. Today, he plans to celebrate this milestone birthday with close family and friends at the White House.
But no birthday, especially a 50th birthday, is complete without presents. Here are a few birthday gift ideas we think the president is really wishing for.
