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Ring in a new era this Inauguration Day celebrated on January 20! This powerful day marks the commencement of a new four-year term for the President of the United States. Inauguration Day comes from the Latin word augur, which refers to a ceremonial practice of ancient Rome to foretell whether the gods approved of a course of action. Since the first ceremony held for George Washington in 1789, Inauguration Day has evolved into a grand celebration of democracy and a peaceful transition of power, filled with parades, speeches, and balls. Experience this historic moment where tradition meets transformation and dive into the rich tapestry of American politics on this significant day.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1789</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Presidential Inauguration</div><div class='timeline-text'>George Washington's first inauguration set the precedent for future presidential inaugurations, establishing traditions that continue to this day.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1801</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Inaugural Parade</div><div class='timeline-text'>Thomas Jefferson started the tradition of parades on Inauguration Day when he walked from the Capitol to the President's House.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1937</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inauguration Date Change</div><div class='timeline-text'>The 20th Amendment moved the date of presidential inaugurations from March 4 to January 20.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1961</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>"Ask Not" Inaugural Address</div><div class='timeline-text'>John F. Kennedy gave his famous "Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country" speech during his inauguration.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2009</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Historic Obama Inauguration</div><div class='timeline-text'>Barack Obama's inauguration marked the first time a black man took the presidential oath of office, highlighting a pivotal moment in American history.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2021</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Female Vice President Sworn In</div><div class='timeline-text'>Kamala Harris became the first female, first black, and first Asian Vice President of the United States during Joe Biden's inauguration.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Host an Inaugural trivia night</h3><p class='facts-text'>Break out the board games and gather your friends and family for a trivia night themed around inauguration history. Learn about past presidents, inaugural addresses, and little-known inaugural facts while having a ton of fun.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Create a themed menu</h3><p class='facts-text'>Cook a feast of dishes that commemorate the incoming president’s home state or favorite foods. Alternatively, you could also include dishes preferred by past presidents. This cultural and culinary exploration could be a delicious way to celebrate.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Partake in a viewing Party</h3><p class='facts-text'>Throw a viewing party to watch the presidential inauguration ceremony live with your friends and family. You can discuss policies and expectations over finger foods, presenting a perfect opportunity to open dialogue on socio-political matters while breaking bread.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Compose an inaugural address</h3><p class='facts-text'>Take on the role of the president and compose your own inaugural address. Share your vision of governance, society, and the country’s future with your friends and family, encouraging everyone to think actively about the direction they want their country to take.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Hold a mini reenactment</h3><p class='facts-text'>Get into the spirit of Inauguration Day with a playful reenactment featuring neighbors, friends or family. Assign roles of the president, vice president, and chief justice among other characters and host your own mini inauguration at home.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Witness History in the Making</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Inauguration Day is a pivotal moment when the current leader takes the oath of office and officially begins their term as the President of the United States. As citizens, we get to witness the setting in motion of a new era of governance and see history being written in real-time.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Celebrate Democracy</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Inauguration Day is not merely about inaugurating a new president, but it is also a grand celebration of democracy and peaceful transition of power. Even if your preferred candidate did not win, it's an opportunity to unite as a country and show respect for the democratic process.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Engage in Thought-Provoking Discussions</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Inauguration Day prompts us to critically engage with sociopolitical issues. Watching the new leader outline their vision for the country offers a perfect opportunity to discuss policies, societal challenges, and our expectations for the next four years with friends, families, and peers.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Oath of Office is exactly 35 words long</h3><p class='facts-content'>The presidential Oath of Office, as outlined in the U.S. Constitution, is a short 35 words, and must be recited word-perfect for the inauguration to be legitimate.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The shortest inaugural speech was given by George Washington</h3><p class='facts-content'>At his second inauguration in 1793, George Washington delivered the shortest inaugural address at just 135 words.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>War forced a change in venue only once</h3><p class='facts-content'>In 1945, World War II necessitated a scaled-back ceremony at the White House instead of the traditional location at the U.S. Capitol.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Inaugural Balls are a recent tradition</h3><p class='facts-content'>Inaugural Balls are a popular tradition, but they did not start until 1809, during the inauguration of James Madison.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Ronald Reagan's second inauguration was the coldest on record</h3><p class='facts-content'>In 1985, temperatures on Inauguration Day reached a frigid -20 degrees Fahrenheit. The cold weather resulted in the parade being canceled and the swearing-in ceremony relocated indoors.</p></div></div>
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