President John F. Kennedy's inaugural address, January 20th 1961. Vice President Johnson, Mr. Speaker, Mr. Chief Justice, President Eisenhower, Vice President Nixon, President Truman, reverend clergy, fellow citizens, we observe today not a victory of party, but a celebration of freedom — symbolising an end, as well as a beginning — signifying renewal, as well as change. For I have sworn before you and Almighty God the same solemn oath our forebears prescribed nearly a century and three quarters ago. The world is very different now. For man holds in his mortal hands the power to abolish all forms of human poverty and all forms of human life. And yet the same revolutionary beliefs for which our forebears fought are still at issue around the globe — the belief that the rights of man come not from the generosity of the state, but from the hand of God. We dare not forget today that we are the heirs of that first revolution. Let the word go forth from this time and place, to friend and foe alike, that the torch has been passed to a new generation of Americans — born in this century, tempered by war, disciplined by a hard and bitter peace, proud of our ancient heritage — and unwilling to witness or permit the slow undoing of those human rights to which this Nation has always been committed, and to which we are committed today at home and around the world. Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe, to assure the survival and the success of liberty. This much we pledge and more. To those old allies whose cultural and spiritual origins we share, we pledge the loyalty of faithful friends. United, there is little we cannot do in a host of cooperative ventures. Divided, there is little we can do — for we dare not meet a powerful challenge at odds and split asunder. To those new States whom we welcome to the ranks of the free, we pledge our word that one form of colonial control shall not have passed away merely to be replaced by a far more iron tyranny. We shall not always expect to find them supporting our view. But we shall always hope to find them strongly supporting their own freedom — and to remember that, in the past, those who foolishly sought power by riding the back of the tiger ended up inside. To those peoples in the huts and villages across the globe struggling to break the bonds of mass misery, we pledge our best efforts to help them help themselves, for whatever period is required — not because the Communists may be doing it, not because we seek their votes, but because it is right. If a free society cannot help the many who are poor, it cannot save the few who are rich. To our sister republics south of our border, we offer a special pledge — to convert our good words into good deeds — in a new alliance for progress — to assist free men and free governments in casting off the chains of poverty. But this peaceful revolution of hope cannot become the prey of hostile powers. Let all our neighbours know that we shall join with them to oppose aggression or subversion anywhere in the Americas. And let every other power know that this Hemisphere intends to remain the master of its own house. To that world assembly of sovereign states, the United Nations, our last best hope in an age where the instruments of war have far outpaced the instruments of peace, we renew our pledge of support — to prevent it from becoming merely a forum for invective — to strengthen its shield of the new and the weak — and to enlarge the area in which its writ may run. Finally, to those nations who would make themselves our adversary, we offer not a pledge but a request: that both sides begin anew the quest for peace, before the dark powers of destruction unleashed by science engulf all humanity in planned or accidental self-destruction. We dare not tempt them with weakness. For only when our arms are sufficient beyond doubt can we be certain beyond doubt that they will never be employed. But neither can two great and powerful groups of nations take comfort from our present course — both sides overburdened by the cost of modern weapons, both rightly alarmed by the steady spread of the deadly atom, yet both racing to alter that uncertain balance of terror that stays the hand of mankind's final war. So let us begin anew — remembering on both sides that civility is not a sign of weakness, and sincerity is always subject to proof. Let us never negotiate out of fear. But let us never fear to negotiate. Let both sides explore what problems unite us instead of belabouring those problems which divide us. Let both sides, for the first time, formulate serious and precise proposals for the inspection and control of arms — and bring the absolute power to destroy other nations under the absolute control of all nations.

Carolina Week Reporter Will Halman tells the story of Eve Carson being sworn in as UNC Chapel Hill's Student Body President

On May, 7 Dmitry Medvedev was sworn in as the new President of the Russian Federation. RT was covering the ceremony in Kremlin. This is the full version of the event.

The Charge - Willie J. Davis '56 The Affirmation and Charter - Benjamin A. Blackburn II '61 The Keys - Robert C. Davidson Jr. '67 The Robe - Walter E. Massey '58 The Medallion - Billye Aaron The Prayer - Charles Glichrist Adams (Hon. '84) The Mace - James R. Hall '57 The Chair - John A. Wallace (Hon. '05)

"I do solemnly swear that I will faithfully execute the Office of President of the United States, and will to the best of my Ability, preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States. So help me God" On 20 January 2009, a new President of the United States will take the oath of office. Here are the last 13 Presidents taking the famous oath. *4 March 1933; Governor Franklin D. Roosevelt; East Portico, U.S. Capitol; Chief Justice Charles E. Hughes *12 April 1945; Vice-President Harry S. Truman; Cabinet Room, White House; Chief Justice Harlan F. Stone *20 January 1949; President Harry S. Truman; East Portico, U.S. Capitol; Chief Justice Frederick M. Vinson *20 January 1953; General Dwight D. Eisenhower; East Portico, U.S. Capitol; Chief Justice Frederick M. Vinson *20 January 1961; Senator John F. Kennedy; East Portico, U.S. Capitol; Chief Justice Earl Warren *22 November 1963; Vice-President Lyndon B. Johnson; Conference room on Air Force One, Love Field, Dallas, Texas; Judge Sarah T. Hughes *20 January 1969; Vice-President Richard M. Nixon; East Portico, U.S. Capitol; Earl Chief Justice Warren *9 August 1974; Vice-President Gerald R. Ford; East Room, White House; Chief Justice Warren E. Burger *20 January 1977; Governor James E. Carter; East Portico, U.S. Capitol; Chief Justice Warren E. Burger *20 January 1981; Governor Ronald W. Reagan; West Front, U.S. Capitol; Chief Justice Warren E. Burger *20 January 1989; Vice-President George H. W. Bush; West Front, U.S. Capitol; Chief Justice William Rehnquist *20 January 1993; Governor William J. Clinton; West Front, U.S. Capitol; Chief Justice William Rehnquist *20 January 2001; Governor George W. Bush; West Front, U.S. Capitol; Chief Justice William Rehnquist

Maya Angelou reading her poem "On the Pulse of Morning" at the 1993 presidential inauguration of Bill Clinton. Audio gets a little out of sync early on but only lasts around 10 seconds.

Inaugural Anthem "And There Was Light" Uzee Brown Jr. '72 (Commissioned for the Inauguration of the 10th President of Morehouse College, Robert Michael Franklin Jr. '75)

The inaugural address of John F. Kennedy was the only inaugural address ever delivered by U.S. President John F. Kennedy. Kennedy made the speech during inaugural ceremonies on January 20, 1961, immediately after Chief Justice Earl Warren had sworn Kennedy in. The address is 1364 words and took 13 minutes and 59 seconds to deliver, from the first word to the last word, not including applause at the end, making it the fourth-shortest inaugural address ever delivered. Notable Passages * "The world is very different now. For man holds in his mortal hands the power to abolish all forms of human poverty and all forms of human life." * "Let us never negotiate out of fear. But let us never fear to negotiate." * "Ask not what your country can do for you - ask what you can do for your country" * "For only when our arms are sufficient beyond doubt can we be certain beyond doubt that they will never be employed." * "Let both sides... bring the absolute power to destroy other nations under the absolute control of all nations."

Vice President Gerald Ford was sworn in as the 38th President of the United States after the resignation of President Nixon. President Ford's Inaugural Address: [Oath of Office administered by Chief Justice Warren E. Burger] Mr. Chief Justice, my dear friends, my fellow Americans: The oath that I have taken is the same oath that was taken by George Washington and by every President under the Constitution. But I assume the Presidency under extraordinary circumstances never before experienced by Americans. This is an hour of history that troubles our minds and hurts our hearts. Therefore, I feel it is my first duty to make an unprecedented compact with my countrymen. Not an inaugural address, not a fireside chat, not a campaign speech -- just a little straight talk among friends. And I intend it to be the first of many. I am acutely aware that you have not elected me as your President by your ballots, and so I ask you to confirm me as your President with your prayers. And I hope that such prayers will also be the first of many. If you have not chosen me by secret ballot, neither have I gained office by any secret promises. I have not campaigned either for the Presidency or the Vice Presidency. I have not subscribed to any partisan platform. I am indebted to no man, and only to one woman -- my dear wife -- as I begin this very difficult job. I have not sought this enormous responsibility, but I will not shirk it. Those who nominated and confirmed me as Vice President were my friends and are my friends. They were of both parties, elected by all the people and acting under the Constitution in their name. It is only fitting then that I should pledge to them and to you that I will be the President of all the people. Thomas Jefferson said the people are the only sure reliance for the preservation of our liberty. And down the years, Abraham Lincoln renewed this American article of faith asking, "Is there any better way or equal hope in the world?" I intend, on Monday next, to request of the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate the privilege of appearing before the Congress to share with my former colleagues and with you, the American people, my views on the priority business of the Nation and to solicit your views and their views. And may I say to the Speaker and the others, if I could meet with you right after these remarks, I would appreciate it. Even though this is late in an election year, there is no way we can go forward except together and no way anybody can win except by serving the people's urgent needs. We cannot stand still or slip backwards. We must go forward now together. To the peoples and the governments of all friendly nations, and I hope that could encompass the whole world, I pledge an uninterrupted and sincere search for peace. America will remain strong and united, but its strength will remain dedicated to the safety and sanity of the entire family of man, as well as to our own precious freedom. I believe that truth is the glue that holds government together, not only our Government but civilization itself. That bond, though stained, is unbroken at home and abroad. In all my public and private acts as your President, I expect to follow my instincts of openness and candor with full confidence that honesty is always the best policy in the end. My fellow Americans, our long national nightmare is over. Our Constitution works. Our great Republic is a government of laws and not of men. Here, the people rule. But there is a higher Power, by whatever name we honor Him, who ordains not only righteousness but love, not only justice but mercy. As we bind up the internal wounds of Watergate, more painful and more poisonous than those of foreign wars, let us restore the golden rule to our political process, and let brotherly love purge our hearts of suspicion and of hate. In the beginning, I asked you to pray for me. Before closing, I ask again your prayers, for Richard Nixon and for his family. May our former President, who brought peace to millions, find it for himself. May God bless and comfort his wonderful wife and daughters, whose love and loyalty will forever be a shining legacy to all who bear the lonely burdens of the White House. I can only guess at those burdens, although I have witnessed at close hand the tragedies that befell three Presidents and the lesser trials of others. With all the strength and all the good sense I have gained from life, with all the confidence of my family, my friends, and my dedicated staff impart to me, and with the good will of countless Americans I have encountered in recent visits to 40 States, I now solemnly reaffirm my promise I made to you last December 6: To uphold the Constitution; to do what is right as God gives me to see the right; and to do the very best I can for America. God helping me, I will not let you down. Thank you.

Check Point "Dubya" focuses on constitutional violations by security forces and the brutal over use of pepper spray at the 14th & Pennsylvania Ave. inauguration parade route check point. download full version of Mandate? http://www.glassbeadcollective.org/mandate.mov

(poor quality) "Johnson Pledges End of Tyranny" - Inauguration of LBJ, car cavalcade to Capital, band plays Hail to the Chief, Humphrey takes oath from Speaker John McCormack, Chief Justice Earl Warren gives oath to LBJ as Lady Bird holds Bible of his mother, LBJ inaug speech is short, speaks against isolation, parade (complete newsreel)

An impromptu low rez capture of the last 17 minutes of John's speech at the First Baptist Church in Providence, RI. Friday evening, September 12, 2008. John is now officially president of RISD. http://our.risd.edu/2008/09/13/start-here/

Airplane takes off with film of FDR Inauguration, lands in New York City, views of the inaugural parade. "The First Sound Pictures Ever Shown of a Presidential Inauguration. The Brilliant Ceremonies marking The Induction of Franklin D. Roosevelt as the 32nd President of the United States. Striking close-up views of President-elect Roosevelt's arrival at the White House to take President Hoover to the Capitol for the Inaugural ceremony, and the historic ride of the celebrated pair down Pennsylvania Avenue, with a Congressional escort, as cheering thousands, massed on the sidewalks, hail the event.... Also, interesting scenes are shown of the record-breaking method by which these Universal Newspaper Newsreel sound pictures of the Inauguration were rushed from Washington to the screen via the country's fastest air transport, to establish an all-time record for newsreel service."

This clip is from the new tv series "John Adams." George Washington takes the first Oath of Office for President of the United States of America. I took the liberty of adding the tune "Hail to the Chief" in the video. "I, George Washington, do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully execute the office of President of the United States, and I will to the best of my ability, preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution of the United States." Commander in Chief.

SUR LA ROUTE DE PEKIN: Le nouveau stade olympique de Pékin a été inauguré cette semaine.

Help Omekongo deliver this poem @ Obama's Inauguration like Dr. Maya Angelou (Omekongo's idol) did for President Clinton! www.omekongo.com

Different cars of the old and new presidents of Russia Vladimir Putin (Pullman W220) and Dmitry Medvedev (Carat Duchatelet W221) and their bodyguards (Putin's Mercedes-Benz G-Classes and Medvedev's VW Transporters)

Aretha Franklin - I Dreamed A Dream - Clinton Inauguration

Obama's inauguration

Emperor Mengsk - StarCraft Lore- The rise of the Terran Dominion "I will not be stopped. Not by you, or the Confederates, or the Protoss or anyone! I will rule this sector or see it burnt to ashes around me." -Arcturus Mengsk Despite this minor setback Arcturus Mengsk's victory was all but complete. With Tarsonis destroyed the Confederacy collapsed. Most Confederate survivors quickly joined the Sons of Korhal, which became the primary military force opposing the alien invaders. The former rebels saved many terran lives. They only hesitated when a planet did not welcome their intervention. After all, as Mengsk remarked sadly, a planet's local government had ultimate authority on that planet. Besides, the Sons of Korhal had limited resources, and it was a time of war. As planet after planet appealed to the Sons of Korhal for aid, Mengsk announced that a new government, the Terran Dominion, was necessary to keep watch over these worlds. He declared himself emperor of the Dominion, and he promised victory over the aliens. Meanwhile, Raynor realized too late that he had begun to fall in love with Sarah Kerrigan. Unable to save her now, he resolved to seek justice in her name. http://www.starcraft2.com/ - Random Question: What is your favorite Terran unit or Hero?

The Inauguration Of President Barack Obama 2009

Heading to the nation's capital to be part of history on Jan. 20? Good luck finding a room for Barack Obama's historic Inauguration. (Nov. 12)

Inaugural historian Jim Bendat (author, Democracy's Big Day: The Inauguration of our President 1789-2009) discusses inauguration history (and provides a number of amusing vignettes) during a Fox News Channel interview, January 18, 2001. Bendat's newest book, Democracy's Big Day: The Inauguration of our President 1789-2009, was released in early 2008. The book's website is: http://www.inaugurationbook.com One additional note: Bendat subsequently learned that the historical claim that George Washington said the words "so help me God" is really a legend, and that Theodore Roosevelt isn't the only president to not use those words.

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The great scene where Santos is inaugurated and brings in the new administration