2013 Inauguration

2013 Inauguration

Press truck that will shadow Presidential motorcade down parade route #inaug2013 #CNN instagr.am/p/Uwabl2Audr/

by Jim Acosta via twitter 1/21/2013 6:49:32 PM
Donald Trump was a prominent backer of Mitt Romney during the election and publicly called on several occasions for Obama to release documents proving he was born in the U.S. (as he was). Here's what Trump posted after Obama was inaugurated for a second term:
I wish President @BarackObama the best of luck in his second term...Donald J. Trumpvia twitter on Jan 21, 2013 at 1:47 PM

...Whether you are a Republican or Democrat we should hope that Pres. @BarackObama does a great job for the country.Donald J. Trumpvia twitter on Jan 21, 2013 at 1:48 PM

by Gregory Wallace, CNN 1/21/2013 6:50:44 PM
On CNN now: Senior congressional correspondent Dana Bash spoke with Valerie Jarrett, senior adviser to the president, in the Capitol Rotunda about President Obama's inaugural address: "He delivered it extremely well because every single word he embraced completely," she said.

"(Obama is) just very gifted with words," Jarrettt said, though, "It takes hard work. He does labor over his speeches."

by Dana Davidsen, CNN 1/21/2013 6:52:27 PM
Valerie Jarrett, a senior adviser to Obama, said he largely finished his speech a couple of days ago, though he did make tweaks. His time on the campaign trail and outside of Washington informed his remarks, she said.

by Gregory Wallace, CNN 1/21/2013 6:53:20 PM
CNN's Jennifer Liberto met up with two conservative brothers who were born in Nicaragua but grew up in Maryland:
Matthew, 21, and Don King, 27, are brothers who came to 15th Street near the Treasury Department building to watch the parade, even though they didn't support Obama in this past election.

They disagree with the president on taxation, debt and other fiscal issues. However, they didn't want to miss this bit of history.

"It's the second inauguration for Obama, and it's pretty amazing if you think back to the 1800s and later during the civil rights era, that we're here," Don King said.

The Kings were both born in Nicaragua and were adopted as young children by a Hagerstown, Md., family. They keep an eye Nicaraguan politics, which makes them appreciate U.S. politics --even when it doesn't go their way.

"I really just wanted to come see this. It's everyone's America," said Matthew King who now lives in New York.

"We have a great country," Don King said.

by Gregory Wallace, CNN 1/21/2013 6:56:33 PM
Those traveling on the Orange and Blue lines, as well as the Yellow and Green lines, may encounter issues traveling out of the downtown area:
Customers are currently not permitted to enter at L'Enfant Plaza or Federal Center SW due to crowding conditions.Metro Inaugurationvia twitter on Jan 21, 2013 at 1:58 PM

Blue/Orange single tracking around disabled train outside Rosslyn. Delays up to 20 min. Consider waiting until resolved.Metro Inaugurationvia twitter on Jan 21, 2013 at 1:58 PM

by Gregory Wallace, CNN 1/21/2013 7:00:11 PM
CNN's Allison Brennan reports: "Joel Lopez Director of Planning and Operations with the AsPCA out of Brooklyn, New York is down with a group of animal wellness organizations.

They were called in by the Department of Health in case something happens to any of the 140 horses, 50 dogs or five working dogs today. They are here along with the humane society as well as HEART (Humane Equine Aid and Rapid Transport). They have an Equine ambulance at 15th and H streets NW."

by Dana Davidsen, CNN 1/21/2013 7:01:46 PM
@jimacostacnn 's inaugural liveshot from flatbed truck on parade route, as we wait for @BarackObama yfrog.com/obeqifij

by mattyhoyeCNN via twitter 1/21/2013 7:02:31 PM
I've got my inaugural blankie to keep me warm. #cnn pbs.twimg.com/media/BBJ4Gl8CMAEgXtc.jpg

by Alex Castellanos via twitter edited by Steve Krakauer, CNN 1/21/2013 7:04:11 PM
The official poet of the inauguration:
Thank you to everyone for your kind words. It has been quite a ride!Richard Blancovia twitter on Jan 21, 2013 at 2:10 PM
He is the fifth official inauguration poet, following Robert Frost (1961), Maya Angelou (1993), Miller Williams (1997), and Elizabeth Alexander (2009).

by Gregory Wallace, CNN 1/21/2013 7:12:45 PM
Email just sent from Obama to supporters from new outreach group. "Now it's time to finish what we started -- let's get going supporters."

by KevinBohnCNN via twitter 1/21/2013 7:17:26 PM
John Boehner speaking now as lunch has finished. Some bipartisan speeches on the way - watch live on CNN.

by Steve Krakauer, CNN 1/21/2013 7:24:25 PM
Members of the military are lined up outside the East Front of the Capitol (the side opposite the inauguration platform). Before leading the parade down Pennsylvania Avenue, Obama is expected to review the troops.

by Gregory Wallace, CNN 1/21/2013 7:24:46 PM
What a view I had. Thank you #CNN instagr.am/p/UweuOyMaI2/

by John Berman via twitter 1/21/2013 7:27:00 PM
At the luncheon, Obama and Biden are presented with the flags that flew over the Capitol today as well as framed photos of the inauguration. First lady Michelle Obama and the vice president's wife, Jill Biden, are presented with vases.

by Gregory Wallace, CNN 1/21/2013 7:30:38 PM
Obama's thought bubble: Come on. Is this thing still going on? Get me back to the White House.

by Ari Fleischer via twitter 1/21/2013 7:31:27 PM
President Obama speaking now at the luncheon - making a brief toast. Thanking many on both sides of the aisle.

by Steve Krakauer, CNN 1/21/2013 7:43:33 PM
Today is about unity as a country, not necessarily in politics It's what makes the nation great: ability to agree to disagree civilly.

by Mark Preston via twitter 1/21/2013 7:43:40 PM
Photo: Some things you just don’t get over… like Rosario Dawson’s beauty at The Hip Hop Inaugural Ball in... http://tmblr.co/ZSsy1wcJI4C_

by Don Lemon via twitter 1/21/2013 7:45:16 PM
Obama has exited Statutory Hall and is in the Capitol rotunda, reviewing a statue of Martin Luther King Jr.

by Gregory Wallace, CNN 1/21/2013 7:55:24 PM
Sandra Fluke, who was projected into the national spotlight as a spokesman for womens' rights, spoke to CNN's Alli Brennan about the highlight for her of Obama's second inauguration:
His message was just really inspiring. It was a full-throated commitment for women, the LGBT folks, for people of color and at the same time that's something we have to accomplish together - that we have to come together to fulfill that dream. And that's just a very important, powerful message.
She also spoke about her work volunteering for the Obama re-election campaign:
"I'm proud of my contribution but I think that something that came through in the speech was that this was something that we all did together. This was about millions of people raising their votes and their voices and that's a really important message."

by Gregory Wallace, CNN 1/21/2013 7:56:26 PM
CNN's Jennifer Liberto snaps this photo of people awaiting the parade outside the Treasury Department, which is adjacent to the White House on Pennsylvania Avenue:
Most popular Treasury has been in a long time #CNN pbs.twimg.com/media/BBKH1qgCUAIVE1m.jpg
by jenliberto on Jan 21, 2013 at 2:56 PM via twitter

by Gregory Wallace, CNN 1/21/2013 7:58:05 PM
The windows in the President's limo are not tinted. It's easy to see him when he drives by.

by Ari Fleischer via twitter 1/21/2013 8:01:45 PM
Once again, some Republicans are ruining this day simply because they can. Please stop complaining. It's not just abt you. It's abt us all.

by Donna Brazile via twitter 1/21/2013 8:04:09 PM
President Obama started his speech at 11:53 and at 2:53 they start moaning. Some Republicans are just feeling left out. Let's come together.

by Donna Brazile via twitter 1/21/2013 8:07:21 PM
President Obama Looks at Inauguration 'One More Time' http://abcn.ws/WBgKdd

by Donna Brazile via twitter 1/21/2013 8:09:41 PM
House Speaker John Boehner, Majority Leader Eric Cantor, and Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi are waiting on the Capitol East Front for the Obamas and Bidens to emerge for the troop review. Opposite them are now Sen. Chuck Schumer and Sen. Lamar Alexander, co-chairs of the congressional inaugural committee.

by Gregory Wallace, CNN 1/21/2013 8:12:31 PM
President Obama is now reviewing the troops with the first lady Michelle Obama, Vice President Biden and Dr. Jill Biden on the steps of the Capitol building

by Dana Davidsen, CNN 1/21/2013 8:16:33 PM
President Obama returns to his limo to commence the parade up Pennsylvania Avenue back to the White House. The parade will include dozens of floats and, CNN's Kate Bolduan reports, an estimated 200 animals.

by Gregory Wallace, CNN 1/21/2013 8:18:29 PM
Biden on Obama at start of second term: 'In simpatico' http://at.cnn.com/PqiOXKr

by CNN Politics via twitter 1/21/2013 8:20:23 PM
Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta told CNN's Dana Bash he's "confident" former senator Chuck Hagel, who President Obama has nominated as Panetta's successor, will be confirmed by the U.S. Senate.

by Dana Davidsen, CNN 1/21/2013 8:20:24 PM
Obama's second half begins http://at.cnn.com/DwuUzjM

by CNN Politics via twitter 1/21/2013 8:21:48 PM
Music: Beyonce http://at.cnn.com/wrLiKjW

by CNN Politics via twitter 1/21/2013 8:21:49 PM
Biden on Obama at start of second term: 'Totally simpatico' http://at.cnn.com/bFNcgoi

by CNN Politics via twitter 1/21/2013 8:21:50 PM
Leading the parade back to the White House is the presidential escort, which the Presidential Inaugural Committee explained:
The Presidential Escort is a military and civilian formation that escorts the president, vice president, and their families from the Capitol to the White House following the swearing-in ceremony. The escort will include representatives from the five branches of the United States Military, elected officials, and local and national law enforcement organizations.
Obama and Biden come next, followed by various military bands, school bands and floats. This portion of the parade is divided into five divisions, led by the various branches of the military: Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force and Coast Guard.

by Gregory Wallace, CNN 1/21/2013 8:24:23 PM
House Majority Leader Eric Cantor, a Republican, tells CNN's Dana Bash: "The president's speech was one that spoke to his aspirations for the country."

by Gregory Wallace, CNN 1/21/2013 8:29:46 PM
As President Obama's motorcade moves slowly down Pennsylvania Ave. Monday, his limousine is sporting the standard license plate for the District of Columbia that reads "Taxation Without Representation."

"President Obama has lived in the District now for four years, and has seen first-hand how patently unfair it is for working families in D.C. to work hard, raise children and pay taxes, without having a vote in Congress," Press Secretary Jay Carney said at the White House last week.

"Attaching these plates to the presidential vehicles demonstrates the President's commitment to the principle of full representation for the people of the District of Columbia and his willingness to fight for voting rights, home rule, and budget autonomy for the district."

Read the full story from CNN's Becky Brittain and Ashley Killough and Dan Merica: politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com

by Dana Davidsen, CNN 1/21/2013 8:37:30 PM
Former President George H. W. Bush released the following statement on today's Presidential Inauguration:

"Barbara and I send President and Mrs. Obama -- and their wonderful girls -- our best wishes and prayers on this historic day. May Almighty God bless them and our wonderful country over the next four years."

by Dana Davidsen, CNN 1/21/2013 8:40:28 PM
The Presidential Walk begin! Along the parade route, President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama are now walking.

by Steve Krakauer, CNN 1/21/2013 8:47:06 PM
Fascinating: POTUS and Chief Justice Roberts signed the MLK bible, at the request of the King family, per Secretary of Senate #CNN

by Dana Bash via twitter 1/21/2013 8:49:02 PM
Even Inaugural parades can be historic.When JFK saw all-white Coast Guard cadets at his parade he ordered integration of Coast Guard Academy

by Paul Begala via twitter 1/21/2013 8:52:59 PM
President Obama returns to his limo and the parade continues down Pennsylvania Ave towards the White House.

by Gregory Wallace, CNN 1/21/2013 8:55:14 PM
CNN's Rachel Streitfeld reports from along the parade route:
VPOTUS and Jill Biden hopped out to wave to parade watchers at 9th and Penn, next to US Navy Memorial.streitfeldcnnvia twitter on Jan 21, 2013 at 3:55 PM

by Gregory Wallace, CNN 1/21/2013 8:55:57 PM
Obama's second-term priorities http://at.cnn.com/46airs9

by CNN Politics via twitter 1/21/2013 8:56:13 PM
Obama's full inaugural address http://at.cnn.com/wfCTNdS

by CNN Politics via twitter 1/21/2013 8:56:14 PM