During the presidential campaign, Barack Obama promised to reinstate the position of special envoy for the Americas, which was eliminated after the post was vacated in June 2004.

"In the past, American presidents have filled the position of special envoy to bring senior-level attention to hemispheric matters that might otherwise get buried in the normal diplomatic process," Obama explained.

However, as president he has not made any obvious moves to appoint someone, said Eric Farnsworth, vice president of the Council of the Americas. Farnsworth worked under President Bill Clinton as an aide in the White House Office of the Special Envoy for the Americas.

The situation could change quickly if the president unveils an appointee, but for now we'll rate this promise Stalled.