Barack Obama Inauguration Coverage
Here are stories from Contributors who are writing about the inauguration of Barack Obama.
- Barack Obama Inauguration Ball in Salt Lake City, UtahSeveral of Utah's hot spots hosted their own stunning Inauguration Balls last night. See which spot was the best last night when it came to fun!
- Beyonce's 'At Last' Rendition Closes InauguralThe emotional climax of inauguration day and night came when the Obamas performed their first dance. Beyonce serenaded them with the song "At Last" a song which she is already quite familiar, and one that has a new historical significance.
Michelle Obama's Inaugural Ball Gown Keeps the Fashion World GuessingPeople's expectations for the First Lady's gown were high. Some expected her to stray from the traditional white and choose a bold color. Instead, she donned an ivory, one-shouldered gown by up and coming designer Jason Wu.- Jason Wu, Designer of Michelle Obama's Inaugural Gown, Gets a Career BoostJason Wu designed Michelle Obama's one-shouldered full-length white inaugural ball gown, and, as a result, the 26-year-old Taipei-born designer is the talk of the high-end fashion world.
- National Prayer Service: Prayer -- or Lecture -- for Obama?At the National Prayer Service, President Obama heard words spoken directly to him by the Rev. Sharon Watkins at National Cathedral.
Jason Wu's Michelle Obama Ball GownJason Wu is the designer behind Michelle Obama's one-shouldered inaugural ball gown.
Obama Takes Oath Of OfficeObama Takes Oath Of Office Tue, 20 Jan 2009 20:06:00 EST CST
President Obama Inaugural AddressPresident Obama Inaugural Address Tue, 20 Jan 2009 14:15:00 EST CST- Inaugural Concert and Balls; Celebrities Flock to WashingtonCelebrities flock to Washington for the "We Are One" pre-inaugural concert and hang around town for Barack Obama's inauguration and hot shot inaugural balls.
America Shifts to Left-Handed PresidentsThe 44th President of the United States, Barack Obama, is left-handed. Since Richard Nixon, there have only been two right-handed presidents. Carter and Bush are considered by many to be our two worst in the past four decades...- Celebrities and Obama Inauguration: Aretha Franklin and MoreAretha Franklin lifted her voice at the Obama Inauguration, while many more in Hollywood delight in his inauguration.
- Obama Inaugural Poet Elizabeth Alexander Gets D Minus in Poetry CompositionElizabeth Alexander is a personal friend of the Obamas. She is a Yale professor, and author of four collections of poetry. Some folks expected a better poem than the one she recited.
- Barack Obama Inauguration Speech: The Presidency's Greatest Writer?A review of the Obama inauguration speech transcript shows that he had no standout one-liners, but that he wrote an outstanding text. And he wrote it himself.
- Barack Obama's Inauguration SpeechMr. Obama became the 44th President of the United States today, and the first Minority president in our history.
- Obama's Meaning: "My Fellow Citizens"President Barack Obama had a reason for beginning his speech with "My Fellow Citizens" instead of "My Fellow Americans."
Senator Kennedy Taken to Hospital During Obama's InaugurationDuring the Obama Inauguration Day inaugural luncheon, both Senators Ted Kennedy (D-MA) and Robert Byrd (D-WV) were reported to have required medical attention. For those who look for omens or signs of portent...- Inaugural Parade Route: Should Obamas Depart Vehicle?When Barack and Michelle Obama decided to walk on the inaugural parade route, some concepts said the security risk was too large.
Governor Howard Dean Addresses Netroots Nation Inaugural Ball AttendeesThe atmosphere at this inaugural ball for the politically progressive was welcoming.- Senator Ted Kennedy Stricken During President Obama's LuncheonJust before 3 p.m. eastern time on Tuesday, one of the greatest senators of our time, Edward Kennedy, was taken from the luncheon after the inauguration of President Barack Obama.
- Will Aretha Franklin's Inaugural Hat Stir Controversy?Legendary singer Aretha Franklin's inaugural hat was festooned with an enormous rhinestone-studded bow. Some feel that the style of the hat was inappropriate for the occasion. Others, however, hold the opposite view.
- Obama, Justice Roberts Stumble at Inauguration's Swearing InThe main inauguration swearing-in snag between Barack Obama and Justice John Roberts happened when Roberts transposed the word "faithfully" from the Constitution.
- Barack Obama's Inaugural Speech -- An AnalysisIf the first inaugural address of John F. Kennedy and Ronald Reagan had the soaring grandeur of a Beethoven symphony, Barack Obama's inaugural address had the smallness of something pinked out on a tinny piano in a honky tonk.
- Barack Obama's Inaugural Address Not Intended for Future GenerationsPresident Obama, in his own way, sought to reassure Americans who have lost their jobs or their homes or whose children are fighting and dying in foreign lands when he gave his Inaugural Address.
- Obama Acknowledges Hardships, Offers Hope in Inaugural AddressDespite stumbling slightly through his swearing in recitation, President Barack Obama delivered the type of profundity-laden rhetoric during his inaugural address that played a role in him becoming the most powerful man in the world.
- Text of President Barack Obama's Inaugural AddressFrom the Associated Press, the text of President Barack Obama's inaugural address on Tuesday, as prepared for delivery.
- Isabel Toledo Designed Michelle Obama's Sparkling Inaugural DressAt the swearing-in ceremony in Washington today, Michelle Obama looked resplendent in a yellow dress and matching overcoat by Cuban American designer Isabel Toledo. Toledo is just one of many Cuban Americans who have achieved great success.
- Barack Obama Sworn in as the 44th President of the United StatesOn January 20, 2009, it dawned cold but sunny in our nation's capital. It was a new day, a day of hope for millions attending the ceremony in Washington, DC and for those watching around the country and, indeed, the world.
- Live Inauguration Coverage Takes Over All NetworksToday, there aren't many options for people that want to watch something other than the inauguration on the big three networks, or cable. Live inauguration coverage will go on well into the afternoon, and into the night in a few cases.
- 2009 Inauguration Schedule in Its Final PhaseThe inauguration schedule has already gone on for two days, and reaches its climax today. But even though the actual swearing in takes place at noon, there is still close to 10 more hours of coverage and ceremonies to fill in.
Barack Obama Becomes President of the United StatesBy the time most people read this, Barack Obama will be President Barack Obama. Barack Obama will have spoken the thirty five words of the swearing in oath that will seal the judgment of the voters last November.
Photos: Barack Obama Inauguration PreviewFestive mood on the mall with plenty of vendors, visitors in good cheer leading up to the inauguration. 7 Reasons Why I'm Not Going to the Inauguration- The Nightmare is Nearly Over: What the Inauguration of Barack Obama Means to MeOn the verge of inauguration, I feel like I am waking up from a nightmare. Of course, the contempt that Bush displayed was all too real.
- Obama Inauguration to Cost $170 MillionAccording to a story by ABC News, part of the Barack Obama Inauguration is being financed by bailed out Wall Street Executives. Apparently seven million dollars have been kicked in by the finance industry's executives and employees.
- Obama Concert Begins Lavish Inaugural FestivitiesThe three-day period of partying, and the actual swearing in of Barack Obama, has begun in Washington. It begins with a star-studded inaugural concert, with A list singers and actors participating in front of hundreds of thousands at the Lincoln Memorial.
Watch Barack Obama Inauguration OnlineWatch the Barack Obama Inauguration online at one of many news websites that will be covering the event live.- Beyonce Knowles to Sing "At Last" at Inauguration Ball: Mariah Carey to Sing "Hero"Beyonce and Mariah will perform at the Inauguration balls. These two musical geniuses will entertain America and be part of history!
- Locations of Barack Obama's Live Inauguration Broadcast in New York CityTime Warner Cable, NY1 News and others announce broadcast of New York City broadcast of historic event.
Obama's Inauguration Cost Set to Pass $150 Million, Becoming Most Expensive Inauguration EverPresident-elect Barack Obama has his Presidential Inauguration on Tuesday, January 20th in Washington D.C.- Opinion Poll: Mixed Messages for Obama InaugurationAn opinion poll shows that most Americans are cynical about the government, despite Barack Obama's upcoming inauguration.
- Jonas Brothers Will Perform at Barack Obama's Inauguration Party; Jennifer Love Hewitt Gets a Restraining Order Against StalkerJonas Brother to perform for Barack Obama; Jennifer Love Hewitt get a restraining order against stalker; American Idol bikini girl and blind singer
- Inauguration Events Schedule 2009, Updates and Must-See TVA guide to finding inauguration concerts, balls and Inaugural Day coverage on TV and online.
Officials Brace for Cold Weather on Inauguration DayThe Department of Health and Human Services has issued a statement to remind inauguration attendees of the potential health risks of attending the ceremony on a cold winter's day.- Rev. Sharon Watkins and Gay Bishop Gene Robinson to Participate in Obama InaugurationObama has invited Rev. Sharon Watkins and Bishop Gene Robinson to participate in the inaugural activities. Seeking to offset the Rick Warren controversy, Obama is showing his calculated ability to play all sides.
- Inauguration Day 2009 Schedule Information and ExpectationsA glance at what can be expected on Inauguration Day 2009 based on tradition, as well as some links to specifics of the day; plus, Obama already faces obstacles in DC before inauguration.
Atheist Groups and Michael Newdow Pledge Allegiance to Evict God and Prayer from InaugurationIf it is not "under God" in the Pledge of Allegiance, it is the "so help me God" phrase and the inauguration prayer and benediction that set off atheists and their front man Michael Newdow.- Obama's Choice of Rev. Warren for Inauguration Angers Gay ActivistsPresident-elect Obama has selected evangelical pastor Rick Warren to deliver the invocation at his inauguration. Gay rights activists are outraged by the choice.
Montgomery County Maryland School Board Declares Inauguration Day a School HolidayMontgomery County Public Schools will join the other school districts surrounding the nation's capital in celebrating Inauguration Day as a school holiday.- Hotel/Motel Rooms Booked Solid for Inauguration of Barack ObamaIf you haven't booked your hotel room for Inauguration Day festivities in DC, you likely will not find a room at a hotel within a two hour radius of DC.
- Eleanor Holmes Norton Flooded with Inauguration Ticket RequestsPeople are scrambling to get tickets for Barack Obama's inauguration, as they are flooding the office of D.C delegate- and Stephen Colbert nemesis- Eleanor Holmes Norton for requests.