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James Harry McDonald is a Junoian who is currently serving as President of Juno. He is the leader of the Peoples Freedom Party the largest party in the Grand Assembly.

McDonald was elected to the Junoian Grand Assembly in 4056 45A at the age of 24 making him the youngest assembly member ever in the history of Juno. He served in the assembly for 30 years before giving up his seat. At the age of 57 he returned to run for election as president. He was not a favorite for the election but was elevated to favorite position after Una Hogan was arrested on corruption charges. He won the 4089 election and was inaugurated on 5 February 4090.

He has since served two terms in office and is halfway through his third term. He is the most popular president in recent history though he has hinted he will leave office at the end of his third term. His presidency has been marked by the isolationism of Juno. He has reduced the armed forces significantly and has placed more emphasis on peace and self defense.

McDonald is currently married with 3 children. His youngest child Maria is currently a member of the Grand Assembly and is the Spokesperson for Youth in his Cabinet.