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Obama Pardons Thanksgiving Day Turkey (VIDEO)

by Catherine Thompson

11.27.13 | 9:06 am

President Barack Obama on Wednesday pardoned two turkeys, “Popcorn” and “Caramel,” at the White House. “Popcorn” was named the official Thanksgiving Day turkey after winning an online poll.

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Catherine Thompson Catherine Thompson is a senior editor for Talking Points Memo in New York City. She came to the site in 2013 and reported on national affairs. Previously, she worked as a research assistant to investigative reporter Wayne Barrett. She can be reached at catherine@talkingpointsmemo.com.

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