Articles related to "Inauguration"
INAUGURAL ABSENCES, PART I
Several Presidents have skipped the inauguration of their successor. Their reasons and the stories behind them are examined.
adams • jefferson • jackson • president • inauguration
Several Presidents have skipped the inauguration of their successor. Their reasons and the stories behind them are examined.
adams • jefferson • jackson • president • inauguration
25 Historic Firsts in Presidential Inaugurations
President-elect Barack Obama will join an elite group of presidents who made inaugural history when he is sworn in as the nation's first black president on Jan. 20, 2009.
barack obama • barack obama's inauguration • historic • presidential first • presidential inaugurations
President-elect Barack Obama will join an elite group of presidents who made inaugural history when he is sworn in as the nation's first black president on Jan. 20, 2009.
barack obama • barack obama's inauguration • historic • presidential first • presidential inaugurations
INAUGURAL ABSENCES, PART II
President Andrew John and President-elect Ulysses S. Grant did not like each other. Johnson refused to even ride in the same carriage as Grant. In this article, we examine the reasons and the story behind their feud.
johnson • grant • white house • election • president
President Andrew John and President-elect Ulysses S. Grant did not like each other. Johnson refused to even ride in the same carriage as Grant. In this article, we examine the reasons and the story behind their feud.
johnson • grant • white house • election • president
THE ADAMS FAMILY
Some eccentricities in the careers and personalities of our only (so far!) father-son presidents.
adams • john adams • john quincy adams • president • minister
Some eccentricities in the careers and personalities of our only (so far!) father-son presidents.
adams • john adams • john quincy adams • president • minister
Seven Survival Tips for Inauguration Day 2009
Planning to attend the historic inauguration of President-elect Barack Obama, America's first black president? So are hundreds of thousands of others. Plan carefully.
inauguration day 2009 • barak obama • swearing-in • washington d.c. • 2009 inaugural
Planning to attend the historic inauguration of President-elect Barack Obama, America's first black president? So are hundreds of thousands of others. Plan carefully.
inauguration day 2009 • barak obama • swearing-in • washington d.c. • 2009 inaugural
How to Plan a Frugal Obamamania Trip to DC
As Obama fans worldwide are heading to DC in January, venues and charter bus prices are rising. Can Canadians travel cheaply to Washington? Yes, we can!
obama • obamamania • inauguration party • inexpensive travel • cheap trips to washington
As Obama fans worldwide are heading to DC in January, venues and charter bus prices are rising. Can Canadians travel cheaply to Washington? Yes, we can!
obama • obamamania • inauguration party • inexpensive travel • cheap trips to washington
Tense Presidential Interregnums
The period between the election of a new president and Inauguration Day has sometimes been filled with agitation.
presidential • interregnum • inauguration • election • rachel jackson
The period between the election of a new president and Inauguration Day has sometimes been filled with agitation.
presidential • interregnum • inauguration • election • rachel jackson
How President George W. Bush Will Leave Office
The only no-frills event amid all the ceremonial extravagance of President-elect Barack Obama's historic inauguration will be the final exit of President George W. Bush.
president george w. bush • president-elect barack obama • inauguration • dick cheney • joe biden
The only no-frills event amid all the ceremonial extravagance of President-elect Barack Obama's historic inauguration will be the final exit of President George W. Bush.
president george w. bush • president-elect barack obama • inauguration • dick cheney • joe biden
JOHN TYLER'S PRESIDENTIAL PRECEDENT
John Tyler set the pattern for Vice-Presidents who assume the top spot when the elected President dies in office. It wasn't easy, and the nation owes him a debt of gratitude for his determination.
john tyler • president • vice-president • inauguration • civil war
John Tyler set the pattern for Vice-Presidents who assume the top spot when the elected President dies in office. It wasn't easy, and the nation owes him a debt of gratitude for his determination.
john tyler • president • vice-president • inauguration • civil war
Ceremonial Music
From weddings to funerals, from Bar Mitzvahs to birthdays, from graduations to inaugurations, music makes our moments more memorable.
dirge • funerals • music • education • inaugurations
From weddings to funerals, from Bar Mitzvahs to birthdays, from graduations to inaugurations, music makes our moments more memorable.
dirge • funerals • music • education • inaugurations
Politics and Performance Poetry
From Homer to Saul Williams, poets have sought to engage the "common" people, and to give them voice.
poetry and social issues • history of performance poetry • origins of beat poetry • hiphop as poetry • saul williams and slam poetry
From Homer to Saul Williams, poets have sought to engage the "common" people, and to give them voice.
poetry and social issues • history of performance poetry • origins of beat poetry • hiphop as poetry • saul williams and slam poetry
Rutherford Hayes and Samuel Tilden: The 1876 American Election Won by a Single Vote
In the closest election in our history, the man who received the most popular votes lost the election. For the only time in our history, an Electoral Commission decided the winner of the election.
hayes • tilden • closest election in american history • american election won by one vote • american election
In the closest election in our history, the man who received the most popular votes lost the election. For the only time in our history, an Electoral Commission decided the winner of the election.
hayes • tilden • closest election in american history • american election won by one vote • american election
The Tide Comes In For John Adams
With David McCullough's new book, the reputation of John Adams comes into ascendency.
With David McCullough's new book, the reputation of John Adams comes into ascendency.
2009 Advertising Themes and Tie-Ins
Agencies will be able to create ads around the 44th presidential inauguration, the Lincoln bicentennial, Alaska and Hawaii statehood and the switch to digital television.
2009 advertising themes tie ins • international year of astronomy • 44th presidential inauguration • lincoln bicentennial • alaskan and hawaii statehood
Agencies will be able to create ads around the 44th presidential inauguration, the Lincoln bicentennial, Alaska and Hawaii statehood and the switch to digital television.
2009 advertising themes tie ins • international year of astronomy • 44th presidential inauguration • lincoln bicentennial • alaskan and hawaii statehood
United States Federal Holidays in 2009
A list of official 2009 federal holidays, the exact dates they fall on, and days the post office will be closed (no mail delivery).
2009 federal holidays • post office holidays • legal holidays • usps holidays • post office closed
A list of official 2009 federal holidays, the exact dates they fall on, and days the post office will be closed (no mail delivery).
2009 federal holidays • post office holidays • legal holidays • usps holidays • post office closed
Vallarta Art Walks
The monthly art walks in Puerto Vallarta are a highlight of the season and a great way to see the latest in Latin American Art.
puerto vallarta • mexico • art • walk • vacation
The monthly art walks in Puerto Vallarta are a highlight of the season and a great way to see the latest in Latin American Art.
puerto vallarta • mexico • art • walk • vacation
Collecting Campaign Memorabilia
What and how to collect campaign memorabilia during this election year. This is a learning project for students and will be of interest to all collectors.
election memorabilia • presidential elections • election collections • items from elections • collecting campaign items
What and how to collect campaign memorabilia during this election year. This is a learning project for students and will be of interest to all collectors.
election memorabilia • presidential elections • election collections • items from elections • collecting campaign items
Author Snapshot Bio: Angelou
A brief snapshot biography of the life and work of African-American author Maya Angelou.
maya angelou • marguerite johnson • guy johnson • poet laureate • president clinton
A brief snapshot biography of the life and work of African-American author Maya Angelou.
maya angelou • marguerite johnson • guy johnson • poet laureate • president clinton
National Airlines: Not Quite Lived Up to its Name
Pan Am purchased National Airlines in the 1980's. This essay looks at the history and liveries of National, an airline that was more regional than national.
national • pan am • miami • florida • st. petersburg
Pan Am purchased National Airlines in the 1980's. This essay looks at the history and liveries of National, an airline that was more regional than national.
national • pan am • miami • florida • st. petersburg
SUBSTITUTE FIRST LADY: HARRIET LANE
President James Buchanan, the only bachelor to live in the White House, turned to his niece to act as First Lady and official White House hostess. She was a great success, unlike her uncle, and she changed the standard of what was acceptable for a lady in politics.
buchanan • lane • johnston • minster • queen victoria
President James Buchanan, the only bachelor to live in the White House, turned to his niece to act as First Lady and official White House hostess. She was a great success, unlike her uncle, and she changed the standard of what was acceptable for a lady in politics.
buchanan • lane • johnston • minster • queen victoria
Marina Vallarta Tour
A walking tour of Marina Vallarta, taking in the sites of Puerto Vallarta's largest marina with its boats, yachts, shops, condos and golf courses.
marina • puerto vallarta • mexico • boat • yacht
A walking tour of Marina Vallarta, taking in the sites of Puerto Vallarta's largest marina with its boats, yachts, shops, condos and golf courses.
marina • puerto vallarta • mexico • boat • yacht
Ferrari Unveils New Car For 2007
It was confirmed last week that Ferrari is expected to debut a new model for the 2007 Formula One season.
formula one • f1 • 248 f1 • f2007 • driver
It was confirmed last week that Ferrari is expected to debut a new model for the 2007 Formula One season.
formula one • f1 • 248 f1 • f2007 • driver
Parisians Adapt to Beach Life
Millions of visitors flock to the man-made beaches along the Seine River in Paris fleeing the heat and enjoying a taste of the tropical life.
paris beach • paris plages • beach life in france • french beaches • paris attractions
Millions of visitors flock to the man-made beaches along the Seine River in Paris fleeing the heat and enjoying a taste of the tropical life.
paris beach • paris plages • beach life in france • french beaches • paris attractions
SHORT, FAT AND THIN: PRESIDENTS ARE HUMAN, TOO! (PART 2)
In the final part of his article, William Reynolds, the official village historian of Ossining, New York, finishes his talk on the shortest, thinnest and heaviest presidents.
president • republican • progressive • bull moose • democratic
In the final part of his article, William Reynolds, the official village historian of Ossining, New York, finishes his talk on the shortest, thinnest and heaviest presidents.
president • republican • progressive • bull moose • democratic
Classic Authors: Robert Frost
A brief biography of Robert Frost.
robert frost • new england • poetry
A brief biography of Robert Frost.
robert frost • new england • poetry
Byzantium 330-1453: Exhibition Preview
1000 years of Byzantine art will be displayed in a major exhibition devoted to Byzantium. More than 300 items will be shown including many rare manuscript folios.
byzantium • royal academy of arts • what is byzantine art • trapezuntian gospels • vani gospels
1000 years of Byzantine art will be displayed in a major exhibition devoted to Byzantium. More than 300 items will be shown including many rare manuscript folios.
byzantium • royal academy of arts • what is byzantine art • trapezuntian gospels • vani gospels
Feria del Libro de Bogota
As UNESCO nominated World Book Capital City 2007, Bogota throws open its arms to all on April 19 for the city's 20th Annual Book Festival
feria del libro • bogota • book festival • candelaria • gabriel garcia marquez
As UNESCO nominated World Book Capital City 2007, Bogota throws open its arms to all on April 19 for the city's 20th Annual Book Festival
feria del libro • bogota • book festival • candelaria • gabriel garcia marquez
Icons: Tiffany's Jewellery Stores
A brief history of Tiffany & Co. and how this small store founded in the 19th Century has become an iconic covetted brand loved by celebrities, royalty and the art world.
tiffany & co jewellery • history of tiffany & co • silver designer jewellery • superbowl and nascar trophy • audrey hepburn in breakfast at tiffany's
A brief history of Tiffany & Co. and how this small store founded in the 19th Century has become an iconic covetted brand loved by celebrities, royalty and the art world.
tiffany & co jewellery • history of tiffany & co • silver designer jewellery • superbowl and nascar trophy • audrey hepburn in breakfast at tiffany's
Judicial Review & the Marbury Case
Marbury v Madison allowed the Marshall Court to give a broad definition of Judicial Review and perfect the Founding Father's vision of Constitutional checks and balances.
marbury versus madison • jefferson and john marshall • judiciary act of 1789 • judicial review • samuel chase impeachment
Marbury v Madison allowed the Marshall Court to give a broad definition of Judicial Review and perfect the Founding Father's vision of Constitutional checks and balances.
marbury versus madison • jefferson and john marshall • judiciary act of 1789 • judicial review • samuel chase impeachment
Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal
As the nation's youngest sitting governor, Jindal also is the first elected Indian-American governor and the first non-white Louisiana governor since Reconstruction.
bobby jindal • louisiana governor • indian-american governor • "new louisiana" • mike foster
As the nation's youngest sitting governor, Jindal also is the first elected Indian-American governor and the first non-white Louisiana governor since Reconstruction.
bobby jindal • louisiana governor • indian-american governor • "new louisiana" • mike foster
Martha Washington: First Lady
The remarkable life and times of the "first" First Lady of the United States.
martha washington • first lady • white house • george washington • robert e. lee
The remarkable life and times of the "first" First Lady of the United States.
martha washington • first lady • white house • george washington • robert e. lee
Massa Completes Turkish Hat-Trick
Felipe Massa completed his hat-trick for the Turkish Grand Prix. Hamilton and Raikkonen rounded up the podium in second and third respectively.
felipe massa wins turkish gp • massa hat trick • lewis hamilton second in turkey • kimi raikkonen third in turkey • kimi raikkonen lead drivers standings
Felipe Massa completed his hat-trick for the Turkish Grand Prix. Hamilton and Raikkonen rounded up the podium in second and third respectively.
felipe massa wins turkish gp • massa hat trick • lewis hamilton second in turkey • kimi raikkonen third in turkey • kimi raikkonen lead drivers standings
NASCAR- Bristol Food City 500
When the green flags waves at Bristol Motor Speedway on Sunday afternoon, it will usher in a brand new era for the NASCAR Nextel Cup series.
nascar • nextel cup • car of tomorrow • bristol motor speedway • bristol
When the green flags waves at Bristol Motor Speedway on Sunday afternoon, it will usher in a brand new era for the NASCAR Nextel Cup series.
nascar • nextel cup • car of tomorrow • bristol motor speedway • bristol
Reading Plato’s Republic
Some practical tips for reading The Republic.
plato • plato's republic • studying plato's republic • reading plato's republic • how to read plato's republic
Some practical tips for reading The Republic.
plato • plato's republic • studying plato's republic • reading plato's republic • how to read plato's republic
The Apartment on DVD
The Best Picture Oscar winner of 1960 is a deft juggling of comic and dramatic elements
the apartment • billy wilder • jack lemmon • shirley maclaine • fred macmurray
The Best Picture Oscar winner of 1960 is a deft juggling of comic and dramatic elements
the apartment • billy wilder • jack lemmon • shirley maclaine • fred macmurray
The John F. Kennedy Presidency
An overview of the foreign and domestic policies followed by Kennedy during his short time as President of the United States.
jfk • john f. kennedy • american president • cold war • bay of pigs
An overview of the foreign and domestic policies followed by Kennedy during his short time as President of the United States.
jfk • john f. kennedy • american president • cold war • bay of pigs
Acting Vice President, Part I
There was a time, prior to the Presidential Succession Act of 1886, when the President Pro Tem of the Senate was called the ACting Vice President. Ten men have held this unofficial office, one of them even serving for one day as Acting President.
president • vice president • pro tem • pro tempore • election
There was a time, prior to the Presidential Succession Act of 1886, when the President Pro Tem of the Senate was called the ACting Vice President. Ten men have held this unofficial office, one of them even serving for one day as Acting President.
president • vice president • pro tem • pro tempore • election
The Dred Scott Decision
With the election of James Buchanan in 1856, the incoming administration sought to reconcile differences over the slavery issue. However, a Supreme Court decision would have just the opposite effect.
the dred scott decision • slavery • civil war • south • north
With the election of James Buchanan in 1856, the incoming administration sought to reconcile differences over the slavery issue. However, a Supreme Court decision would have just the opposite effect.
the dred scott decision • slavery • civil war • south • north
The Legacy of Ronald Reagan
a brief synopsis of the life and political career of former President Ronald Reagan, who died on June 5, 2004
reagan • ronald • president • legacy • 1980
a brief synopsis of the life and political career of former President Ronald Reagan, who died on June 5, 2004
reagan • ronald • president • legacy • 1980
War Begins
If all of the border states sided with the Confederacy, Washington would be cut off from the Union and the Lincoln administration would be in grave danger. On the other hand, if all of the border states remained in the Union, the Confederacy would be in dire straits. Because of this, both the Union and Confederacy vied for the allegiance of this vital border region. In the end, it would be too late to alter the deep-seated systems of the North and South without conflict.
civil war • north • south • secession
If all of the border states sided with the Confederacy, Washington would be cut off from the Union and the Lincoln administration would be in grave danger. On the other hand, if all of the border states remained in the Union, the Confederacy would be in dire straits. Because of this, both the Union and Confederacy vied for the allegiance of this vital border region. In the end, it would be too late to alter the deep-seated systems of the North and South without conflict.
civil war • north • south • secession
Barick Obama's Presidency
An early look at the priorities and styles of the new presidency if the Illinois junior senator wins the November electoral vote.
barrick obama presidency • franklin delano roosevelt herbert hoover • senator viewpoint • dealing with congress • campaign cornerstone
An early look at the priorities and styles of the new presidency if the Illinois junior senator wins the November electoral vote.
barrick obama presidency • franklin delano roosevelt herbert hoover • senator viewpoint • dealing with congress • campaign cornerstone
Comic-Con
This article discusses the San Diego Comic-Con experience.
comic-con • geek • star trek • stan lee • rob zombie
This article discusses the San Diego Comic-Con experience.
comic-con • geek • star trek • stan lee • rob zombie
Diet Sodas and Cancer
Diet Sodas usually contain aspartame which produces formaldehyde as you digest it--more than the legal limit.
aspartame • diet soda • cancer • formaldehyde • benzene
Diet Sodas usually contain aspartame which produces formaldehyde as you digest it--more than the legal limit.
aspartame • diet soda • cancer • formaldehyde • benzene
Economic Stimulus 2009
Everyone could use a little more money, especially in the current economic climate. But how effective is a check for every American worker toward stimulating the economy?
economic stimulus • us economy • financial crisis • stock market • bailout
Everyone could use a little more money, especially in the current economic climate. But how effective is a check for every American worker toward stimulating the economy?
economic stimulus • us economy • financial crisis • stock market • bailout
Fall Whisky Events
Across the Americas whisky, with or without the "e", is being celebrated. Come join novices and connoisseurs where experts hold court and the drams are delightful.
fall whisky events • malt advocate • whiskyfest nyc • dalmore • richard patterson
Across the Americas whisky, with or without the "e", is being celebrated. Come join novices and connoisseurs where experts hold court and the drams are delightful.
fall whisky events • malt advocate • whiskyfest nyc • dalmore • richard patterson
Festival de La Leyenda Vallenata
Rey de Reyes - King of Kings - this year's 40th Vallenato Music Festival in Valledupar promises to be an unforgettable celebration of Colombian folkloric tradition
vallenato • colombian music • valledupar • cesar • festival
Rey de Reyes - King of Kings - this year's 40th Vallenato Music Festival in Valledupar promises to be an unforgettable celebration of Colombian folkloric tradition
vallenato • colombian music • valledupar • cesar • festival
La Cathédrale d'Images in Baux de Provence
In the heart of the Southern France's Alpilles, an abandoned quarry hides a treasure trove of images. This audiovisual artwork centers around man, celebrating the senses.
cathedrale d'images • cathedral d'image • van gogh exhibition at baux de provence • history of cathedrale d'images • albert plécy cathedrale d'images
In the heart of the Southern France's Alpilles, an abandoned quarry hides a treasure trove of images. This audiovisual artwork centers around man, celebrating the senses.
cathedrale d'images • cathedral d'image • van gogh exhibition at baux de provence • history of cathedrale d'images • albert plécy cathedrale d'images
Law Enforcement
Law Enforcement: the White House and crime in the streets of Washington, DC; where are the police, and for whom is the law being enforced?
law enforcement and the white house • crime in the streets of dc • where are the police • officers • law and order
Law Enforcement: the White House and crime in the streets of Washington, DC; where are the police, and for whom is the law being enforced?
law enforcement and the white house • crime in the streets of dc • where are the police • officers • law and order
Madonna Hard Candy 4 Minute Review
Madonna previews her new album Hardy Candy with a track she co-wrote and sings with Justin Timberlake. "4 Minutes" may not save the world but it may rev up Mage's career.
madonna 4 minutes • madonna 4 minutes review • justin timberlake timbaland madonna • hard candy madonna • new song madonna
Madonna previews her new album Hardy Candy with a track she co-wrote and sings with Justin Timberlake. "4 Minutes" may not save the world but it may rev up Mage's career.
madonna 4 minutes • madonna 4 minutes review • justin timberlake timbaland madonna • hard candy madonna • new song madonna
New Orleans Halloween Parade
The tourist-conscious Big Easy is employing its Mardi Gras and masking experience to conduct an annual parade that will make it a Halloween visitor attraction.
new orleans halloween parade • ghoulish krewe of boo • tourist-conscious big easy • halloween visitor attraction • voodoo queen marie laveau
The tourist-conscious Big Easy is employing its Mardi Gras and masking experience to conduct an annual parade that will make it a Halloween visitor attraction.
new orleans halloween parade • ghoulish krewe of boo • tourist-conscious big easy • halloween visitor attraction • voodoo queen marie laveau
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