Obama inuaguration: A chance to take it all in
The online and print reaction to one of the most historic moments in America. Plus, a photo of it all from way up high.
Yesterday, the nation’s first African-American president was sworn into office. Today, a chance to reflect on the moment.
Here’s a glimpse:
For older blacks, inauguration a dream fulfilled (Associated Press)
Across Atlanta, a sense of pride and deep reflection (Wall Street Journal Blogs)
Metro Atlantas celebrate Obama inauguration (AJC)
Watching change (Gawker)
News sites see massive demand for online news (The Boston Globe)
Today’s front pages from around the country and world (Newseum)
A tale of two prayers: Rick Warren’s and the Rev. Joseph Lowery’s (Crooks and Liars)
The first blog entry at the White House’s official website (WhiteHouse.gov)
Bush to Obama: A private letter (Los Angeles Times)
Bush daughters offer advice, in the form of a letter, to Obama daughters (Associated Press)
After a day of crowds and celebrations, Obama turns to a sober list of challenges (New York Times)
And finally, a view of yesterday’s ceremony, from way up high, in breathtaking detail (Popular Science)
(Photo from Popular Science)