Inaugural President

This video and song is dedicated to the 2008 Presidential candidate Barack Obama. The song was written and performed by my good friend Beverly Yvette.

Other than the obvious fact that Obama has accomplished an extraordinary feat in becoming the first african american presidential candidate of a major political party; it must be remembered that past individuals that demonstrated his same ability to bring people of many different backgrounds together often found themselves assassinated.

That being said, Mr. Obama is putting his life on the line for this country and it’s inhabitants everyday by running for the President of these United States.

Leadership as defined by Webster’s dictionary does NOT include the word “experience” anywhere…so in reference to Sarah Palin…I simply say…”she CANNOT move a truly DIVERSE crowd.”

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BET Networks kicks off the inaugural festivities in Washington, D.C., with the second annual BET HONORS on Saturday, January 17 and concludes with BETs first-ever Inaugural Ball on Tuesday, January 20.

Hosted by world renowned actress Gabrielle Union, THE BET HONORS will celebrate legendary songstress Mary J. Blige (Entertainment), groundbreaking filmmaker Tyler Perry (Media), celebrated dancer and choreographer Judith Jamison (Education), businessman, philanthropist and basketball legend Earvin Magic Johnson (Corporate Citizen), entrepreneur extraordinaire B. Smith (Entrepreneur), and the Honorable Congressman James E. Clyburn (Public Service). The second annual event will take place at the Warner Theatre in Washington, D.C., on Saturday, January 17 and premiere on the network during Black History Month on Monday, February 9 at 9:00 p.m.*
“We are thrilled to kick off this historic inauguration weekend with the return of THE BET HONORS, a truly inspirational event that pays tribute to extraordinary individuals in our community,” said Debra L. Lee, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, BET Networks. And it couldnt have worked out more perfectly that THE BET HONORS and the Inauguration are happening within days of each other, as President-elect Barack Obama epitomizes all that we had in mind when we first put this show together. Im certain that this years BET HONORS will be even more poignant and powerful than we could have ever imagined.

THE BET HONORS recognizes excellence in achievement and celebrates inspiration, said Stephen Hill, President of Programming, BET Networks. Last years inaugural show had a number of leave-your-seat performances dedicated to our honorees. This year, were finding new ways to musically pay tribute so look forward to fresh unforgettable moments. The pride will show.

During the historic weekend and following THE BET HONORS, BET Networks will host its first-ever Inaugural Ball and will air a one-hour special, YES WE WILL! BETS INAUGURAL CELEBRATION, on BET on Tuesday, January 20. Taking place at the Mandarin Oriental hotel, the Ball will be in support of our next generation of national and local leaders, with proceeds benefiting Americas Promise Alliance, the nations largest non-profit alliance dedicated to the well-being of children and youth founded by Colin and Alma Powell.

Additionally, the Ball will support two institutions that are committed to the education and advancement of todays youth in Washington, D.C. Dunbar High School and the Duke Ellington School of the Arts.

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Bill’s adventure on the Metro, then a long walk to the Washington Monument. But if Barack Obama can make it to the White House, I can make it to the National Mall

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The inauguration usually takes place at noon on the steps of the west front of the U.S. Capitol building in Washington, D.C. Chief Justice John Roberts Jr., an appointee of outgoing President Bush, will oversee the changing of the guard by administering the oath, which traditionally is done on a Bible. Also present will be members of the U.S. armed forces, since the president is also commander-in-chief.

Joe Biden, the vice president-elect, will take his oath first, in the same ceremony. A band will play “Hail to the Chief,” the infantry guard will give a 21-gun salute, and then Obama will make his inaugural address — his first speech to the country as president.

The United States Congress then will invite Obama and Biden to lunch, after which Obama will parade down from the Capitol to the White House.

And after all this pomp and circumstance, it’s party time. Inaugural celebrations can last up to five days after the initial ceremony, but the most anticipated one is the Inaugural Ball — tickets, which are available on various ticket Web sites at exorbitant prices, are going fast. The official inauguration Web site unhelpfully says: “Tickets for the Inaugural swearing-in ceremony will be distributed to constituents in January 2009 by both Senators and Representatives of Congress of the 111th Congress.”

It seems likely that the events surrounding the inauguration will be the kind of star-studded affair that Obama’s victory celebration Tuesday night was not. The day before the election, the Chicago Sun-Times reported that the Obama campaign had asked some of its famous supporters to stay away from Tuesday’s rally. Although the campaign is reportedly grateful for the high-profile support, several prominent celebs had reportedly been asked “politely but very firmly” to skip the rally — and focus on attending the Obama inauguration.

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3/12 Obama Inauguration Day – Opening Procession 1/20/09

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WASHINGTON Stepping into history, Barack Hussein Obama grasped the reins of power as America’s first black president on Tuesday, declaring the nation must choose “hope over fear, unity of purpose over conflict and discord” to overcome the worst economic crisis since the Great Depression.

In frigid temperatures, an exuberant crowd of more than a million packed the National Mall and parade route to celebrate Obama’s inauguration in a high-noon ceremony. Waving and cheering in jubilation, they stretched from the inaugural platform at the U.S. Capitol toward the Lincoln Memorial in the distance.

With 11 million Americans out of work and trillions of dollars lost in the stock market’s tumble, Obama emphasized that his biggest challenge is to repair the tattered economy left behind by outgoing President George W. Bush…..

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Watch and find out more at http://www.theyoungturks.com.

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February 04, 2010 C-SPAN

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The Academy Presidential Inauguration contingent, represented by the Superintendent, the CG Band, and a marching platoon of over 90 cadets, did an outstanding job performing for our new Commander in Chief during the Inaugural parade on Tuesday. The Coast Guard Academy is a four year college that offers majors in Engineering, Marine and Environmental Science, Operations Research (Applied Math), Government, and Management. Check out the web site for more information: www.uscga.edu

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15/17 The Crowd Sings the National Anthem – Inauguration Day 1/20/09

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