Presidential Inaugurations

The presidential inauguration is in the state capitol Washington D.C.

on the pulse of morning:

A Rock, A River, A Tree

Hosts to species long since departed,

Mark the mastodon.

The dinosaur, who left dry tokens

Of their sojourn here

On our planet floor,

Any broad alarm of their of their hastening doom

Is lost in the gloom of dust and ages.

But today, the Rock cries out to us, clearly, forcefully,

Come, you may stand upon my

Back and face your distant destiny,

But seek no haven in my shadow.

I will give you no hiding place down here.

You, created only a little lower than

The angels, have crouched too long in

The bruising darkness,

Have lain too long

Face down in ignorance.

Your mouths spelling words

Armed for slaughter.

The rock cries out today, you may stand on me,

But do not hide your face.

Across the wall of the world,

A river sings a beautiful song,

Come rest here by my side.

Each of you a bordered country,

Delicate and strangely made proud,

Yet thrusting perpetually under siege.

Your armed struggles for profit

Have left collars of waste upon

My shore, currents of debris upon my breast.

Yet, today I call you to my riverside,

If you will study war no more.

Come, clad in peace and I will sing the songs

The Creator gave to me when I

And the tree and stone were one.

Before cynicism was a bloody sear across your brow

And when you yet knew you still knew nothing.

The river sings and sings on.

There is a true yearning to respond to

The singing river and the wise rock.

So say the Asian, the Hispanic, the Jew,

The African and Native American, the Sioux,

The Catholic, the Muslim, the French, the Greek,

The Irish, the Rabbi, the Priest, the Sheikh,

The Gay, the Straight, the Preacher,

The privileged, the homeless, the teacher.

They hear. They all hear

The speaking of the tree.

Today, the first and last of every tree

Speaks to humankind. Come to me, here beside the river.

Plant yourself beside me, here beside the river.

Each of you, descendant of some passed on

Traveler, has been paid for.

You, who gave me my first name,

You Pawnee, Apache and Seneca,

You Cherokee Nation, who rested with me,

Then forced on bloody feet,

Left me to the employment of other seekers--

Desperate for gain, starving for gold.

You, the Turk, the Swede, the German, the Scot...

You the Ashanti, the Yoruba, the Kru,

Bought, sold, stolen, arriving on a nightmare

Praying for a dream.

Here, root yourselves beside me.

I am the tree planted by the river,

Which will not be moved.

I, the rock, I the river, I the tree

I am yours--your passages have been paid.

Lift up your faces, you have a piercing need

For this bright morning dawning for you.

History, despite its wrenching pain,

Cannot be unlived, and if faced with courage,

Need not be lived again.

Lift up your eyes upon

The day breaking for you.

Give birth again

To the dream.

Women, children, men,

Take it into the palms of your hands.

Mold it into the shape of your most

Private need. Sculpt it into

The image of your most public self.

Lift up your hearts.

Each new hour holds new chances

For new beginnings.

Do not be wedded forever

To fear, yoked eternally

To brutishness.

The horizon leans forward,

Offering you space to place new steps of change.

Here, on the pulse of this fine day

You may have the courage

To look up and out upon me,

The rock, the river, the tree, your country.

No less to Midas than the mendicant.

No less to you now than the mastodon then.

Here on the pulse of this new day

You may have the grace to look up and out

And into your sister's eyes,

Into your brother's face, your country

And say simply

Very simply

With hope

Good morning.

Harry S Truman was the first US President whose inaugural address was televised in 1949. Coverage was much more extensive four years later when Dwight Eisenhower was inaugurated.

3 have said it a 2nd time after making a mistake the 1st time. # Calvin Coolidge # Chester A. Arthur. # Barack Obama Others have said it a 2nd time when they got re-elected.

The Governor's Ball is a black tie formal affair.

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I am not sure what you want to know. The election of 1828 led to the inauguration of Andrew Jackson on March 4, 1829. Jackson was a new type of President, being from the western frontier of the US, from an immigrant family and with no higher education. The actual inauguration was interesting since afterwards, Jackson supporters piled into the White House, did considerable damage and refused to leave at a decent hour. Jackson was forced to flee and find somewhere else to spend the night.

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Yes, governors typically attend presidential inaugurations as part of their official duties. They often represent their states and engage in the ceremonial aspects of the event. Additionally, inaugurations provide an opportunity for state leaders to connect with the new federal administration. However, attendance may vary based on individual preferences or circumstances.

The inauguration of a building is a formal ceremony marking its official opening and use. This event often includes speeches, ribbon-cutting, and tours to celebrate the completion of the construction and to recognize the efforts of those involved. It serves to highlight the building's significance, purpose, and contributions to the community or organization it serves. Inaugurations can also attract media attention and public interest.

Mister S R Nathan ( 2010)

The election of Michelle Bachelet in 2006 was unprecedented as she became the first woman to serve as President of Chile, breaking historical gender barriers in a predominantly male political landscape. Her presidency symbolized a significant shift in Chilean politics, reflecting broader societal changes and the increasing role of women in leadership positions. Additionally, Bachelet's background as a daughter of a political martyr and her focus on social reforms resonated deeply with the public, adding to the significance of her election.

The leader of the Green Party is Eamon Ryan.

Thomas Jefferson sought a simple inauguration to reflect his belief in the principles of democracy and to distance himself from the pomp and ceremony associated with monarchy. He wanted to emphasize the importance of the people over the office, showcasing humility and accessibility. By opting for a modest celebration, Jefferson aimed to convey that the presidency was a service to the citizens rather than a position of elite privilege. This approach aligned with his vision of a more egalitarian society.

Under the 25th amendment of the U.S. Constitution, a new vice president is nominated by the president and confirmed by a majority vote of both houses of Congress.

Christine Limerick holds the title of Executive Housekeeper for the White House.

About two months after he was elected, on January 6, 1853 , he and his wife saw their 11 year old son, Benjamin, killed when the train car they were in became uncoupled from the train and rolled down an embankment. Benjy was the only one hurt.