Inauguration Blog Archive: January 2009
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Some like it hot
There are 10 hot tickets in town tonight for sure, but anyone who likes hip-hop was cramming into the Youth Ball for a chance to see Kanye West. Published January 20 2009
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The new president and first lady electrify neighborhood ball
Here is my pool report from the event: Published January 20 2009
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Warren dodges gay marriage
The Rev. Rick Warren, pastor of California's Saddleback Church, heralded the nation's peaceful transfer of power and the landmark inauguration of its first black president Tuesday, but dodged the issue of gay marriage in his presidential invocation. Published January 20 2009
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There's rhythm to Obama's speeches
Barack Obama's speeches have a rhythm and lilt that are part of their appeal; he has made inspired use of quotes from the Bible to Abraham Lincoln to John F. Kennedy. Published January 20 2009
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Michelle Obama's Inaugural outfit
In a studied mix of high and low couture, Mrs. Obama paired her Isabel Toledo outfit with green gloves by J. Crew. Published January 20 2009
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The Obamas take a little walk
President Obama and his wife got out of their bulletproof limo and walked down Pennsylvania Avenue to wild cheers from the crowd. Published January 20 2009
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Trying to catch a glimpse
The streets around the White House were heavily barricaded with Humvees blocking those that were for official access and two Metro buses parked in front of north-south routes that are totally closed to all access. Published January 20 2009
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Seen in the crowd: Fur, fur and more fur
Mink coats may be politically incorrect in some circles, but on a 20-degree day spent outdoors, there is nothing warmer. Published January 20 2009
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Code Pink sits up front
You know things have changed in Washington when Code Pink gets seats up front at the inauguration. Published January 20 2009
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View from atop
Inauguration ceremony about to begin. Published January 20 2009
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'Teeth You Can Believe In'
Published January 20 2009
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Inaugural committee asks for your photos
The inaugural committee is urging folks to send photos of their experience at the swearing-in today. Published January 20 2009
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Chief justice fumbles oath
Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr. glaringly fumbled the administration of the oath of office to President Barack Obama on Tuesday. Published January 20 2009
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Boys choir kicks off events
And we've begun. Published January 20 2009
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Subway trains getting full
UPDATED: At 6:15 a.m., Red Line Metro trains heading from Silver Spring are already packed as they get close to downtown. Published January 20 2009
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Watching a dream she never dared to have
Miss Savannah plans to spend this frigid day in her snug apartment, surrounded by friends and watching the inaugural festivities on television. Published January 20 2009
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Mandela letter given to Obama
Below is the text of a letter from former South African President Nelson Mandela -- the leader of the movement against apartheid -- which was handed to Barack Obama shortly before the ceremony. Published January 20 2009
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Gibb: Obama to call for 'era of responsibility'
Incoming White House press secretary Robert Gibbs said Tuesday morning that President-elect Barack Obama will call today for an "era of responsibility" after he is sworn in to the presidency. Published January 20 2009
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Obamas party with Delaware crowd
The Biden home state ball was a much less glamorous affair than the Neighborhood Ball, with a cover band to warm things up for the Obamas, playing "Love Shack." Published January 20 2009
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Inaugural parade floats tie up traffic
Drivers heading into the District mid-morning got backed up on Route 50 westbound. The commotion? Not an accident or official motorcade but something FUN: Inaugural parade floats, about 10 of them with a massive police escort that tied up intersections and blocked the right lane. Published January 19 2009
