Inauguration

Geithner Finally Confirmed

By Cassidy Quinn Brettler -- 1/27/09 President Barack Obama's cabinet has a new addition. Timothy F. Geithner was confirmed as Treasury Secretary today, after a long road to the vote. Today, the Senate voted 60 to 34 in Geithner's favor, endorsing him as the best man for the job. However, this is a fairly close vote for a cabinet confirmation. Four Democrats voted against his confirmation, and ten Republicans voted in favor.

Frustration On Capitol Hill

By Cassidy Quinn Brettler --1/21/09 Today, I met a lot of senators and representatives... Correction: I met a lot of the P.R. people for senators and representatives. Actually, I'll be honest - I met their secretaries.

Obama's New Era Of Peace

By Kaitlyn Fox-- 1/20/09 In his first address as President of the United States, Barack Obama promised to use diplomacy to enforce the country's security. He recognized that although America is capable of building weapons and fighting wars, "our power alone cannot protect us, nor does it entitle us to do as we please."

Katrina Victim Travels with Hope

By Abbey Niezgoda -- 1/20/09 For many, Hurricane Katrina is on a list of mistakes made by the Bush administration. Criticism over the delayed rescue response and failed government action continues even today. For Martha Robins, the issue hits closer to home.

Victory and success for the press

By Shannon Donahue --1/20/2009 We found ourselves in the mix of hundreds upon thousands of Obama supporters trying to attend the festivities on Inauguration Day. We had all been credentialed and eagerly tried to find the Press entrance, but were turned away at every street corner we encountered.

Anti-Abortion Activists Pound the Pavement

By Abbey Niezgoda -- 1/20/09 As many gathered in celebration of the Inauguration, some protestors stood with a specific purpose. Anti-abortion activists lined the corners of 12th and E street, holding signs that read "Abortion is an ObamaNation."

Cheap Seats

By Jeff Young -- 1/20/09 It is often said that the true fans of sports teams are the ones crowded into the bleachers. They have the cheapest seats and worst view, but make the most noise. If this level of fan-hood could be transferred to politics, then I definitely met those fans today.

Care Packages Do Make a Difference

By Valeria Villarroel -- 01/19/2009 This morning Sergeant Mac heard about the Operation Gratitude service event on the news. She quickly called her friend, got directions, and made her way over to the Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium. She then got in line with the other 15,000 or so volunteers and made a care package for a fellow soldier.

Arab Americans Celebrate the Eve of the Inauguration

By Cassidy Quinn Brettler -- 1/20/2009 'Twas the night before the Inauguration, and it was time for Arab Americans to celebrate. Many Arab Americans from all across the country have been pledging their support for Barack Obama since the beginning of his presidential campaign.

Heightened Security at the Obama Inauguration

By Kailani Koenig-Muenster -- 1/20/09 It has been an extreme showing of security here in Washington for the largest event ever to hit the nation's capital. And today it became even more intense as the city geared up for Barack Obama to take his oath of office. Police, the National Guard, and federal agents swarmed the National Mall to make sure the proceedings went off without a hitch. National Guard units also were stationed along many street corners.

The Price of Having a Ticket

By John Oliveira -- 1/20/09 This morning's historic inauguration was seen in person by over a million people on the National Mall in Washington D.C. I was one of the few to have one of these limited tickets in my possession.

Feeling History, Facing Change

By Abbey Niezgoda -- 1/19/09 This afternoon the line of people at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall in Washington, D.C. stretched for almost a mile. Many were there to reflect on the past especially an unpopular war that had killed about 50,000 Americans.

MLK's Spirit Lives in Volunteers

By Jeff Young -- 1/19/09 Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a holiday with many different meanings. For some, it's a day of remembrance. For others, it's a day to give. And that's exactly what was happening today outside the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library here in Washington, D.C.

Feeding America In The Nation's Capitol

By Sarah Aaskov -- 1/19/09 Feeding America sponsored this year's outdoor food drive at Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library. Thousands came out to volunteer their time to hand out clothing, serve meals and take non perishable items for the hungry and homeless.

Awaiting the Surge

By Kailani Koenig-Muenster -- 1/19/09 The country still has to wait for Barack Obama to be sworn in. But already tens of thousands of people have crowded along the Capitol Mall, just hoping to take in the powerful energy that is surrounding D.C.

Picking Up Your Ticket to History

By John Oliveira -- 1/19/09 This morning supporters who were lucky enough to win tickets to the historic inauguration of President-elect Barack Obama were finally able to pick up their tickets.

Kids' Inaugural: We are the Future Concert

By John Oliveira -- 1/19/09 The President-elect may be the most sought after person in Washington D.C. but Monday night he had to share the spotlight with the likes of Miley Cyrus and the Jonas Brothers. These young entertainers and others, including rapper Bow Wow and cast members from the "High School Musical" franchise were all tapped to appear.

The Quest for the Golden Ticket

By Cassidy Quinn Brettler -- 1/19/09 Well, apparently I won't get to meet Aretha...at least not yet. Today I went to the Kennedy Center, in hopes of getting press access or at least tickets to the "Let Freedom Ring" concert being held there tonight.

Remembering the Dream

By Shannon Donahue -- 1/19/09 This evening, the Lady Soul herself Aretha Franklin will be performing at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. George Washington University has teamed up with the Kennedy Center to pay tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

It's No Ordinary Soup Kitchen

By Kailani Koenig-Muenster -- 1/19/09 While today is a special occasion for many here in Washington, DC, for others the Martin Luther King Day of Service lasts year-round. In the nation's capital today there were huge drives and small gatherings to celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. and encourage volunteerism.

Lift Every Voice and Sing!

By James O'Leary -- 1/19/09 Last night after a long train ride from Boston, I had the distinct pleasure of attending the African-American Church Inaugural Ball. It was an exciting, emotional, and exhausting experience.

Latino Inaugural Gala

By John Oliveira -- 1/18/09 Sunday night, commuters arriving at Washington D.C.'s Union Station were greeted with station detours and ball gowns. That is because Union Station helped kick off President-elect Barack Obama's Inaugural weekend with the Latino Inaugural Gala.

We Are One Concert Emphasizes Diversity and Unity

By Valeria Villarroel Espinoza -- 01/19/09 In Washington, D.C. Sunday morning the crowd started to gather at the Lincoln Memorial at 3 a.m. for the "We Are One" Inaugural concert. The concert started at 2:30 pm in front of 400,000 people. The crowd extended from the Lincoln Memorial down the entire length of the National Mall down to the World War II Memorial.