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Inaugural speeches make their point in a hurry

The Associated Press

WASHINGTON (AP) — Inaugural speeches tend to be quick business — 15 to 20 minutes, give or take a few — and Barack Obama’s is expected to fall in that range Tuesday. He certainly won’t be setting any records, long or... Full story

A Historical Perspective of the Inauguration

The inauguration of Barrack Obama as the first African American President is certainly a historical event.  But it is not the only presidential inauguration with historical implications. Click here to see Video, Photos, and original speaches... Full story

What you need to know: Inaugural Parade

The Inaugural Parade is as old as the presidency — and older than Washington D.C. George Washington was escorted to Federal Hall in New York City to take the oath of office. Thomas Jefferson was the first president to be escorted through... Full story

Your at-home guide to the Inauguration

By MEGAN K. SCOTT, Associated Press Writer

Don’t worry if you aren’t brave — or lucky — enough to attend the historic presidential inauguration.There will be plenty of media coverage for those at home. Here’s a guide to making the most of watching the big event,... Full story

A schedule of events for Obama’s inauguration

By The Associated Press

A schedule of some official and unofficial activities surrounding Barack Obama’s inauguration on Jan. 20:SATURDAY, JAN. 17— President-elect Barack Obama and his family ride the train from Philadelphia to Washington, stopping in... Full story

Inaugural moments seemed pedestrian at the time

By CALVIN WOODWARD, Associated Press writer

WASHINGTON (AP) — Inaugurations that loom large in history are seen differently at the time. Abraham Lincoln’s second inaugural speech was panned in some quarters as “a sea of twaddle.” Newspaper front pages were largely... Full story

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