Inauguration 2013

Following is coverage of Barack Obama’s second-term inauguration, the formal ceremony that marks the beginning of a major political leader’s term of office. Obama is the 44th President of the United States.

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Donald Trump’s grim first week was a prelude to a dangerous presidency

Saturday, January 28, 2017

Trump’s first week has paved the way for a “governing” style concerned more with bravado and bluster than measured actions emphasizing shared power with potential negotiating partners.

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Trump’s ‘America first’ rhetoric & cabinet picks threaten our rights

Saturday, January 21, 2017

“Our Country First” has been the battle cry of nationalist fascism throughout the world.

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Can’t bear to watch inauguration coverage? Try these kittens instead.

Friday, January 20, 2017

Don't love cats? Live-stream a Broadway event featuring Rosie O'Donnell or be inspired by Sylvia Rivera.

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D.C. businesses pledge inauguration weekend profits to LGBTQ causes

Sunday, January 15, 2017

All In Service organizers say the inauguration fundraising campaign is about "love and compassion for our diverse community."

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Jennifer Holliday backs out of Trump gig after protest from LGBTQ fans

Saturday, January 14, 2017

The Broadway star apologized and said her career is deeply indebted to the LGBTQ community.

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Amid infighting, pro-Trump ‘DebloraBall’ will feature Milo Yiannopoulos

Wednesday, December 28, 2016

Milo Yiannopoulos will be a featured guest at the event, which is described as a "TrollCon" and promises "so many surprises" and "memes galore."

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Andrea Bocelli out as Trump inauguration performer after backlash from fans

Wednesday, December 21, 2016

The chairman of the Presidential Inaugural Committee says the singer approached Trump to say he would perform and Trump declined.

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Trump inaugural singer Jackie Evancho criticized because sister is trans

Sunday, December 18, 2016

The 16-year-old singer is facing criticism from some who say it's hypocritical to perform for an administration that doesn't support her transgender sister's rights.

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At Trump’s inauguration there may be more protests than parties

Sunday, December 4, 2016

Instead of throwing an equality ball, Human Right Campaign is encouraging its supporters to get involved in demonstrations and marches.

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For inaugural poet Richard Blanco, a journey home to America

Friday, November 29, 2013

MIAMI -- The Miami neighborhood where inaugural poet Richard Blanco grew up, in many ways, resembles Cuba his family left behind. Down the street, a man sells avocados from a small table. His favorite bakery, a…

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