On Friday, October 9th President Barack Obama was awarded the 2009 Nobel Peace Prize. Obama is only the 4th president to have the honor of winning the Nobel Peace Prize; the last was Jimmy Carter in 2002. According to the Nobel website, Barack Obama was recognized for his, "multilateral approach on conflict, nuclear weapons, and climate change." The committee of five Norwegian Parliament appointees also recognized him for the "renewed US commitment to international organizations, in particular, the United Nations." The Democratic party leaders were very supportive compared to most of the Republican party. Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Steele stated, "It is unfortunate that the President's star power has outshined tireless advocates who have made real achievements working towards peace and human rights" (Associated Press Report). Many Republican party leaders are questioning Obama's accomplishments, but the award stands its ground.
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