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Why Jan., 20th? The 20th Amendment. This amendment's primary purpose was to reduce the amount of time between the election of the President and Congress and the beginning of their terms. Originally, the terms of the President, the Vice President, and the Congress began on March 4, four months after the elections were held. While this lapse was a practical necessity during the 18th century, at which time a newly elected official might need several months to put his affairs in order and then undertake the arduous journey from his home to the national capital, it had the effect of impeding the functioning of government in the modern age. This was seen most notably in 1861 and 1933, as http://wiki.answers.com/wiki/Abraham_Lincoln and http://wiki.answers.com/wiki/Franklin_D._Roosevelt each had to wait approximately four months before they could deal with the crisis conditions the country was in.
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When does the new president move in to the White House?
January 20th.
What is the twentieth amendment in two words?
The 20th Amendment (1933) could be called the "Lame Duck" amendment or the "January Inauguration" amendment, because its primary function was to move the new Congress date to January 3 and the Presidential inauguration date to January 20 (under the Constitution, both took place on March 4). It reduced the time between the election of a new President and/or Congress and their installation in office.
If George Washington was sworn in on April 30 why do you use the date January 20?
The date set in the Constitution is March 4, to allow time for the electoral college vote and preparation by a newly-elected President to move to the capital. In the 1930's, with modern transportation and logistics, it was decided that the period between election and inauguration was too long. The 20th Amendment (passed March 2, 1932 and ratified January 23, 1933) changed the Inauguration to January 20. The new date was first used in President Franklin Roosevelt's inauguration on January 20, 1937.
When did National Geographic Challenge Move Edition get released for the PS3?
Release Date: January 24, 2012
What is the significance of the inaugural move in a game of chess?
The inaugural move in a game of chess is significant because it sets the tone for the entire game. It determines the initial positioning of pieces and can influence the overall strategy and tactics employed by both players. The first move can dictate the pace and direction of the game, making it a crucial decision that can impact the outcome.
What early 20th century invention helped people move to the suburbs from the cities in later half of the 20th century?
the automobile
When did the Montreal Canadiens move into the Molson Centre?
March 16, 1996. The Canadiens played the New York Rangers in the inaugural game.
What if you can't date this religious girl?
Move on. Move on.
When did Richard Bowyer Smith move to Australia?
in poo land 20th century
Do people in Mexico move from farms to the city?
Yes, since the beginning of the 20th century.
Why did the us move away from its policy of being isolated in the early 20th century?
Philippines
At nine weeks can you feel your baby move?
No, fetal movements detected usually on the 20th week.
