The Rev. Joseph Lowery gave the benediction at the inauguration yesterday and that rhyme of his at the end is being called racist by lunatics on the far right. I saw an article in the USA Today that mentions he had used the rhyme before. Anyone know where and when? [more inside]
posted by zzazazz on Jan 21, 2009 - 5 answers

Why hasn't there been news coverage about the crowd situation during the inauguration in D.C. (or if there is, where was it?) We were there and it was GREAT but also a logistical nightmare and I'm confused as to why the only story about it appears to be in the Everett Herald. [more inside]
posted by arnicae on Jan 20, 2009 - 31 answers

A few questions about the oath of office and when the president-elect becomes president... [more inside]
posted by bchaplin on Jan 20, 2009 - 34 answers

My wife and I would like to meet in MidTown NYC tomorrow to view the inauguration and have lunch. Suggestions? [more inside]
posted by GilloD on Jan 19, 2009 - 4 answers

I will be in Osaka tomorrow. Where can I watch Obama's inauguration on TV in English, if anywhere?
posted by Dasein on Jan 19, 2009 - 6 answers

What will outgoing President Bush be doing during the Obama inauguration? [more inside]
posted by gregb1007 on Jan 18, 2009 - 6 answers

Obama's Baltimore inaugural stop: Who sang the National Anthem? [more inside]
posted by jazzkat11 on Jan 18, 2009 - 0 answers

How can I keep from crying or otherwise over-emoting on Tuesday at my son's fourth grade Inauguration celebration open house pot-luck? [more inside]
posted by emhutchinson on Jan 18, 2009 - 19 answers

Recommendations for inauguration-watching events/places on Capitol Hill in Seattle? I know that pretty much every bar in the 206 is having something, but can you recommend somewhere fun for a couple of ladies in their late 30s (i.e. not the Cha Cha)? I know drinking at 8am is classless, but this is HISTORY!
posted by tristeza on Jan 18, 2009 - 3 answers

We're having a party on inauguration night. What songs can we sing to celebrate the occasion? [more inside]
posted by mosessis on Jan 18, 2009 - 27 answers

What time will it be when Obama takes the Oath on Tuesday? The swearing in starts at 11:30, does anyone know how many prayers and speeches come before the oath and how long they'll last? I'll be at work but I can take a few minutes in the break room to see it.
posted by saffry on Jan 18, 2009 - 8 answers

Does anyone know what those green lapel pins are that about a third of Obama's staffers seem to be wearing in the photos here? (via)
posted by limeonaire on Jan 15, 2009 - 14 answers

Where can I watch the Obama Inauguration ceremony (from start to finish) streaming live on the internet? [more inside]
posted by lunit on Jan 14, 2009 - 12 answers

Where in London should I watch the Obama inauguration? [more inside]
posted by timshel on Jan 13, 2009 - 2 answers

Obama Inauguration events in Tokyo? [more inside]
posted by malaprohibita on Jan 12, 2009 - 4 answers

OK, I have tickets to the swearing in ceremonies (WOOHOO) on Jan 20th. It will be me and my mom, we plan on being there from 800ish (security gates open at 900 until...5,6,7pm when ever we are able to get home. All the info on what is allowed/prohibited says about food & drink is that they are allowing "small snacks". What are some good suggestions that I can pack in my cargo pockets to take?
posted by ShawnString on Jan 11, 2009 - 8 answers

Inauguration question: with all the road and bridge closures on January 20, will we be able to get out of Washington DC area and back to NYC? [more inside]
posted by ethel on Jan 9, 2009 - 4 answers

How do I host an inauguration viewing party at a movie theater? Or, advice on convincing a Indianapolis theater owner to do it him/herself? [more inside]
posted by meindee on Jan 8, 2009 - 4 answers

Inauguration-filter. I'll be in DC from Saturday to Wednesday. I'll be staying in walking distance of the inauguration ceremony and parade (my husband happens to live in DC right now). I don't have--and, short of a miracle, won't have-- tickets for anything. What should I do to experience the event? [more inside]
posted by sarahalisonmiller on Jan 8, 2009 - 9 answers

I've got tickets to the presidential inauguration. What telephoto lens should I get for my Nikon D50 so that I can get great shots of Obama's swearing in? [more inside]
posted by jacob on Dec 29, 2008 - 12 answers

Should I bring my 7-year-old son to see the Inauguration? Or, how much cold and crowding would you endure to be present at a major historical event (and so your son could tell his children, "I was there.")? [more inside]
posted by underthehat on Dec 20, 2008 - 36 answers

I want to make or buy an advent calendar that leads up to Barak Obama's inauguration day. Assuming there are no such calendars to be purchased, what sorts of trinkets and candy should I use to fill the compartments. I think the date range will be from Christmas day to the inauguration so I can give them as Christmas gifts to my lefty friends. (I was inspired by this question)
posted by DB Cooper on Nov 23, 2008 - 15 answers

How can I see Obama's inauguration? [more inside]
posted by kirkaracha on Nov 5, 2008 - 10 answers

How does one get tickets for the Presidential Inauguration? [more inside]
posted by Brennus on Nov 3, 2008 - 5 answers

Planning on visiting the US from the UK early next year, and thought it'd be interesting to try to coincide visiting Washington DC with Inauguration Day (whoever gets elected). Is this a good idea? [more inside]
posted by TheTelf on May 5, 2008 - 9 answers

History question: January 21, 1977. "The afternoon of infamy" for people in the limousine business. After having just been inaugurated, Jimmy Carter decides to exit his limo and walk with his family (and a large crowd) down Pennsylvania Avenue to the White House. What has been the trend since?
posted by john on Jan 3, 2004 - 6 answers