Inauguration 2013

Jan. 22, 2013

Covering History: College Journalists Take on the Inauguration

President Obama: 'Our Journey Is Not Complete'
Jan. 21, 2013
In his second inaugural address, President Obama spoke of an ever changing America. He weaved in references from Abraham Lincoln and the Declaration of Independence to Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr., and throughout the speech, the president emphasized how the strength of America came from collaborating and working together.
PBS NewsHour Inauguration 2013 Special
Jan. 21, 2013
In this PBS NewsHour Inauguration 2013 special, correspondents Gwen Ifill and Jeff Brown cover the full second inauguration ceremony of President Barack Obama. We then provide analysis of the day's events with guests Mark Shields, David Brooks, Annette Gordon Reed, Richard Norton Smith and Beverly Gage.
Obama Looks to Bridge Political Divide With Second Inaugural
Jan. 21, 2013
Nearly one day into the official start of his second term, President Obama Monday will stand again before the nation to deliver a sweeping overview of how he hopes the next four years will play out.
Club of 16: If You Thought Getting Elected the First Time Was Hard...
Jan. 20, 2013
When he retakes the oath of office Monday, President Barack Obama will join an exclusive club. Obama becomes the 16th of the nation's 44 presidents who've been re-elected to serve as commander-in-chief for two consecutive terms.
Inauguration Poet Richard Blanco Hopes to Offer Words of Unity, Belonging
Jan. 18, 2013
Jeffrey Brown talks with Richard Blanco, the poet chosen to read at President Obama's second swearing-in, about what it means to be a part of the festivities. Blanco, a Spanish born Cuban-American, is the first Latino, openly gay, as well as the youngest poet to ever at a presidential inauguration.
Putting Finishing Touches on Preparations for Obama's Second Inauguration
Jan. 18, 2013
Massive preparations for the 2013 Inauguration of President Barack Obama have been underway for months. From the roar of the military band, to the official Inauguration balls, to security at the swearing-in, Ray Suarez explores what the president's second inaugural ceremonies will look like.
Friday on the NewsHour: Inaugural Poet Richard Blanco
Jan. 18, 2013
More of Jeffrey Brown's conversation with Richard Blanco, who will read a poem at the second inauguration of President Obama.
Insider Tour of the Capitol's Crypt with Sen. Chuck Schumer
Jan. 18, 2013
Sen. Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., chair of the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Affairs takes NewsHour behind-the-scenes to see the U.S. Capitol's crypt, the last location President Obama will enter Jan. 21 before going outside to address the nation during the 2013 inauguration ceremonies.
From Carter to Obama: Covering Inaugural Addresses with The NewsHour
Jan. 18, 2013
When it comes to inaugurals, the circumstances often outweigh the event. The weather is cold, the incoming presidents and their families all seem to have mastered the same genteel wave and the speeches are largely ceremonial. Here's a review of NewsHour's coverage of presidential inaugurations from Jimmy Carter to Barack Obama.
DC's Hot Spots for Food, Politics and Fun
Jan. 18, 2013
Visiting Washington, D.C. for the Inauguration? NewsHour political editor Christina Bellantoni gives an insider's guide to sites that are off the beaten tourist path. She visits the best places to get grub, meet the the locals and rub elbows with some real politicos.
Never 'Misunderestimate' Word Power of the Presidency
Jan. 16, 2013
With the second inauguration of President Obama next Monday, we thought we'd take a different look at the American presidency. We often think of the White House as a seat of power in the country and in the world, but we don't usually think of it as a seat of words and language.
The Architect of the Capitol on Prepping the 'Nation's Stage' for Inauguration
Jan. 16, 2013
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the planning for the inaugural ceremonies with the man pulling the strings, the 11th Architect of the U.S. Capitol, Stephen Ayers.
Fundraising Rules Change for 2013 Presidential Inauguration Ceremonies
Jan. 14, 2013
Unlike the 2009 Inauguration, when there were strict limits on big money donations, the Presidential Inaugural Committee for 2013 plans to accept unlimited contributions from individuals and corporations. Judy Woodruff talks to Matea Gold of the Los Angeles Times and Nedra Pickler of the Associated Press about the new rules.
Obama's Inauguration Tick-Tock and NewsHour Viewing Guide
Jan. 10, 2013
In a couple of weeks, President Obama will be sworn into office for a second term twice: privately at the White House on Jan. 20, and at a public ceremony at the Capitol the following day.
Poet Richard Blanco Chosen to Read at Obama's Inauguration
Jan. 9, 2013
The Presidential Inaugural Committee announced Wednesday that Richard Blanco has been chosen to read a poem at President Obama's inauguration on Jan. 21. Blanco will become the first Hispanic and first gay poet to read at a presidential inauguration. At 44, he is also the youngest poet ever given that task.

The 2013 Presidential Inauguration Parade

Jan. 21, 2013

With President Obama already having completed his traveling of the parade route, he sat within the reviewing stand at the White House and watched as the rest of the parade marched on by. Here is a 15-minute portion of the inaugural parade.

Beyonce Performs the National Anthem at President Obama's Inauguration

Jan. 21, 2013

Inauguration 2013 Highlights

Jan. 21, 2013

Poet Richard Blanco Reads During Presidential Inaugural Ceremonies

Jan. 21, 2013

Poet Richard Blanco is the first Hispanic and openly gay man to read the inaugural poem during a presidential inauguration. Like President Obama in his inaugural address, Blanco used poetry to emphasize the unity of the nation, the diversity of America's people and the hard work that is part of the American ethic.