Celebrants Flock to the Nation’s Capital
As many as 3 million celebrants are expected for Obama’s inauguration, an onslaught of visitors Washington has been absorbing for several days. More >>

President Obama Calls on Americans’ Better Selves
In his inauguration speech, President Barack Obama harkened back to times of sacrifice, like the Great Depression, and to service, like the call from John Kennedy. More >>

Inaugurations Past — A Slideshow
Every four years since 1789, someone has sworn the same oath of office that Barack Obama will repeat on Jan. 20. Often something else has happened to make the day truly memorable. More >>

The New Washington Agenda
President Barack Obama set the timetable just days after his election. “I want to ensure that we hit the ground running on Jan. 20 because we don’t have a moment to lose,” he said on Nov. 8. More >>

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