Native Americans celebrated as Joe Biden revoked a pipeline permit and halted border wall construction on his first day as president.
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Matt Nathanson, a musician known for his blend of folk and rock, is perhaps best known for his 2008 single, "Come On Get Higher." He shares his Brief But Spectacular take on getting older, gaining confidence and finding his voice.
When Amanda Gorman wrote her poem, “The Miracle of Morning,” it was early on in the coronavirus pandemic. Even then, she wanted to acknowledge the promise of healing, like the light of morning, that springs from despair.

By Jeffrey Brown, Anne Azzi Davenport
President Biden's inauguration featured unusual imagery in response to some unusual circumstances. The temporary public art is intended to represent the American people and to unify the country. Jeffrey Brown reports as part of our arts and culture series, "CANVAS.”…
Jan 20

By Jocelyn Noveck, Associated Press
Actor Christopher Jackson, the original George Washington in Broadway's "Hamilton," performed at a virtual "ball" for the Creative Coalition, and says he's humbled to participate in an essential rite of American democracy.

By Jocelyn Noveck, Associated Press
The Grammy winner wore a large dove pin and an equally large red and billowing sculpted skirt as she sang into a golden microphone and delivered an emotional and powerful rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner."…

By Joshua Barajas
After Biden was sworn in as the nation’s 46th president, Gorman read “The Hill We Climb,” building on a tradition of poets -- including Robert Frost, Maya Angelou, Elizabeth Alexander and Richard Blanco -- who have read for incoming Democratic…
Jan 20

By Joshua Barajas
Garth Brooks sang “Amazing Grace” outside the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 20, moments after Joe Biden was sworn in as the nation’s 46th president.
Jennifer Lopez sang "This Land Is Your Land" outside the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 20, moments before Joe Biden was sworn in as the nation’s 46th president.
Jan 20

By Joshua Barajas
Lady Gaga sang the national anthem outside the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 20, moments before Joe Biden was sworn in as the nation’s 46th president.
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