As mentioned below, the kids from President Obama’s high school marched in the parade (they were the first band, no less). The newly-inaugurated President was watching, and he gave them a signal. That’s a shaka sign. It means whatever the signer wants it to mean, but it’s usually taken as “all right” or “cool.”
I’ve waited a long time for this moment. (It’s a photo of the Obamas and Bidens waving goodbye to the Bushes as they embark on the chopper to leave the Capitol.)
Senator Kennedy is now alert and talking. He’ll stay overnight at Washington Hospital Center.
Langston Hughes: I, too, sing America. I am the darker brother. They send me to eat in the kitchen When company comes, But I laugh, And eat well, And grow strong. Tomorrow, I’ll be at the table When company comes. Nobody’ll dare Say to me, “Eat in the kitchen,” Then. Besides, They’ll see how beautiful …
Senator Ted Kennedy collapsed at the official lunch. Senator Byrd also was taken ill.
Reverend Joseph Lowerey channels Paul Simon’s chorus during his benediction at the Inaugural Ceremony: Lord, in the memory of all the saints who from their labors rest, and in the joy of a new beginning, we ask you to help us work for that day when black will not be asked to get back, when …
I guess. There are already four posts on the official White House blog. (via Atrios)
Coffee made, cinnamon buns cooked and eaten, and oh yeah: new President installed. Halle-bloody-lujah!