Richard Blanco, 44, is the youngest ever inaugural poet, as well as both the first Latino and first openly gay person to fill the role.
The Subtext of Obama’s Speech: My Critics Are Un-American Reactionaries!
Obama’s second inaugural address was another attempt to sow division within the GOP
Inauguration Day Photo Album: An Inside View of the Pageantry and Parade
Washington, D.C. was euphoric on Monday, as tens of thousands turned out to celebrate the re-election of Barack Obama.
Obama’s Second Inaugural: A New Term, a More Progressive Tone
In his second Inaugural Address, the President issues a call to action on climate change, economic equality and gay rights
Second Inaugural Address of Barack Hussein Obama (Transcript)
As Prepared for Delivery:
Vice President Biden, Mr. Chief Justice, Members of the United States Congress, distinguished guests, and fellow citizens: Each time we gather to inaugurate a president, we bear witness to the enduring
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On Scene: Highlights from Inauguration Day
TIME’s political team is canvassing Washington, D.C. today, reporting on the Inauguration Day festivities. Follow our updates (and watch the speech live)
Interactive Panorama: Obama’s Inauguration 2013
With officials expecting up to 800,000 people to pack the National Mall on Monday, TIME brings you to the heart of President Obama’s inauguration with an interactive panorama, a Brooks Kraft exclusive.
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Man of His Word: Obama Likely to Deliver on His Inaugural Promises (Again)
If the past four years are any guide, listen closely to what Obama says he plans to do. It’ll probably happen.
Hail to the Pooch: Bo the First Pup’s First Term
Forget President Obama — today America’s favorite and most adorable First Pup begins his second term as master of the White House. Bo, the First Family’s famed Portuguese water dog, began his top-canine career in 2009 as a …
Washington Gears Up for a Smaller, More Subdued Obama Inaugural
Love may be lovelier the second time around, but second inaugurations rarely outdo the first. Washington, D.C., is preparing for a much smaller to-do than President Obama’s 2009 unprecedented blowout. Almost 2 million people …
Obama’s Inauguration: Who’s Who in the Ceremony
With 800,000 people expected to be looking on, Monday’s swearing-in ceremony will be one of the most-watched events of the year. So who are the lucky folks that get to flank President Obama and Vice President Biden on stage?
When Did France Become So Bellicose?
Have the cheese-eating surrender monkeys transformed into carnivorous attack chimpanzees?
House Republicans Cave on Debt Ceiling Brinkmanship
In a strategic withdrawal, House Republicans announce plans to pass a short-term debt-limit extension