Barack Obama today marks 56 years. On the occasion of birthday of former US President received an unusual gift from Illinois.
The Governor of the state Bruce Rauner signed an Executive order declaring August 4, the official state holiday to celebrate the achievements of the 44th President of the United States. But do not expect that this day you will be able to rest – output illinoisan for the occasion are not supposed to. Continue to operate literally everything, including government agencies, schools and other services.
Such respect on the part of state authorities is not unreasonable. Obama began his political career as Senator of Illinois. And he was elected to the U.S. Senate, and then President of the United States. By the way, his wife – Michelle Obama (nee Robinson), the former President also met here in Chicago.
Users of social networks – the supporters of ex-President Obama celebrate this day with the hashtag #ObamaDay.
