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Happy Birthday, Mr. President - As President Obama celebrates his 52nd birthday on Aug. 4, BET.com has a roundup of gifts we think would help him fulfill his many duties – or to just have some fun with. What would you give President Obama for his birthday? Tell us in the comments section below. – Britt Middleton.  (Photo: Bill Pugliano/Getty Images)

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Recline in Style - We got a glimpse into the presidential patio area this week, where the president sat down to lunch with Hillary Clinton. The space would be complete with this comfy hammock, $159, where President Obama can catch a nap in between meetings. (Photo: Chuck Kennedy/White House via Getty Images)

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Work It Out - A treadmill with a laptop workstation fuses function with productivity and might be a handy alternative when the president has to squeeze in some official work during his morning workout. (Photo: Courtesy of Target)

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Team Spirit - Ever the Chicago Bears fan, we think Obama would appreciate a personalized team jersey, $140, fit for any given Sunday. (Photo: Courtesy of the Chicago Bears)

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Travel Essentials - This summer, Obama and family hit up exotic locales around the world. Health experts note how important it is to stay hydrated during long plane rides, and this eco-friendly water bottle, $15.15, might just do the trick.(Photo: Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)

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A Historic Golfing Gift - The president has been known to hit a few holes of golf in his spare time. We would gift him a round at the historic Clearview Golf Club in Canton, Ohio. The facilities were built by golf pioneer William Powell, who is credited as the first African-American in the country to have designed and built a public golf course. (Photo: Matt Sullivan/Getty Images for PGA of America)

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A Relaxing Treat - The president has been hailed for staying cool under pressure. For the days he really needs to unwind (and perhaps needs an escape), why not treat him to a luxurious spa day at the Four Seasons Fitness Club & Spa, credited as one of Washington's best spots for massages.(Photo: BRENDAN SMIALOWSKI/AFP/Getty Images)

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Kicking Back - Long meetings in the Oval Office mean that the space needs to be as comfortable as possible. We would gift the president with a comfortable ottoman, $25.99, which he can use to prop his feet up between sessions. (Photo: Courtesy of Asheville Furniture Collection)

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A Sip Between Friends - President Obama spends the bulk of his days meeting with world leaders and carving out a path for America's future. For the times when he is feeling hoarse after all that delegating, an herbal tea targeted for sore throats is a winner. (Photo: Courtesy of Traditional Medicinals)

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Never at a Shortage for Words - Finding the right words can be challenging for the everyman — and even more so when you're the leader of the democratic world. With this free translator app, Obama can have translations for more than 70 languages at his fingertips. (Photo: Courtesy of Google)

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Tune In - We’re not surprised that President Obama says he is a big fan of the Showtime political drama Homeland. That's why we would surprise him with the season one DVD set, $59.89, and then pre-order season two, which is scheduled for release in September. (Photo: Courtesy of Showtime)

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Big Baller - A new basketball could help President Obama blow of some steam after a tough day in the Oval Office. Spalding basketball, $29.99. (Photo: Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

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Aloha! - These bright orange floral swim trunks would be ideal on a family vacation back to Obama's native Hawaii. Hibiscus Hybrid Swim Trunks, $12.00. (Photo: Courtesy of Old Navy)

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Fore the Love of America - Obama may not get much time on the green, but these American flag golf club covers, $17.99 each,  would be fitting for any presidential golf outing. (Photo: Courtesy of Amazon)

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Staying Accountable - It may take an entire team to help the president balance the national budget, this coin sorter would at least help him keep track of loose change found around the White House. Digital coin sorter, $131.99. (Photo: Courtesy of Staples.com)

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Catch Some Z's - Long nights traveling on Air Force One can take a toll on even the most tenacious of spirits. A sleep mask, $8.95, might help President Obama get some shut-eye while on the campaign trail. (Photo: AP Photo/Hannah Foslien)

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Giving Back - The president donated money to his own campaign, we think he might enjoy reaping the benefits if given an official Obama 2012 "Made in the U.S." mug, $22.50, which pokes fun at lingering conspiracies over Obama's birth certificate. (Photo: Courtesy of BarackObama.com)

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All Tied Up - A twist on the classic gift for fathers, this Democratic Party-themed necktie, $15.95,  is embroidered with tiny donkeys and would be quite the conversation starter during the presidential debates. (Photo: Courtesy of Amazon)

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World Traveler - This passport cover folds out to reveal a time zone map of the world, which could come in handy during Obama's travels abroad. Time zone map passport holder, $16.99. (Photo: Courtesy of Amazon)

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Let's Stay Together - President Obama made waves in January 2012 with his sultry rendition of Al Green's "Let's Stay Together," so we're pretty sure he'd enjoy this collection of Green's greatest hits, $9.99. (Photos from left: REUTERS /KEVIN LAMARQUE /LANDOV, Courtesy of EMI Records)