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Stand-Ins to Participate in Inauguration Rehearsals
Written on 6 Jan, 2009 at 18:58 in White House Blogs | viewed 400 times | 1 Comment
As with any momentous event, such as a wedding, graduation, or play, diligent preparation is key. As the anticipation mounts, the historic inauguration of President-elect Barack Obama is no different. Each step in the day's celebrations and ceremonies must be... (Continue reading)
Waited Until the Last Minute? Can’t be There? There’s Hope
Written on 6 Jan, 2009 at 14:46 in White House Blogs | viewed 333 times | 0 Comments
As Inauguration Day draws near, many are finalizing their plans to become part of the big day. Here are a few updates for those who won’t be able to attend or who have just begun to make arrangements:... (Continue reading)
Obama’s Train Ride, HBCUs Join Celebrations, and More
Written on 16 Dec, 2008 at 15:19 in White House Blogs | viewed 1,105 times | 0 Comments
President-elect Barack Obama will be traveling to the inauguration celebrations in Washington, D.C. by train Jan. 17, according to reports, kicking off a weekend of balls, a parade, and the ceremony that makes it all official.... (Continue reading)
Inauguration: Invites, Liquor Sales, and a Celebrity-Filled Ball
Written on 12 Dec, 2008 at 18:00 in White House Blogs | viewed 376 times | 0 Comments
The Tuskegee Airman are slated to be among the 30,000 people fortunate enough to occupy seats at President-elect Barack Obama's inauguration ceremony. Roughly 330 pilots and members of the Tuskegee Airmen ground crew have been extended a special invite to... (Continue reading)
Black Churches to Celebrate Inauguration With Ball
Written on 11 Dec, 2008 at 14:11 in Politics Blogs | viewed 1,666 times | 4 Comments
To commemorate the historic inauguration of President-elect Barack Obama, black church leaders will have its gala celebration, the African American Church Inaugural Ball, Sunday, Jan. 18 at the Grand Hyatt in Washington, D.C. The ball, themed "We Have Come... (Continue reading)
Events Schedule, Official Inauguration Theme Released
Written on 10 Dec, 2008 at 18:37 in Politics Blogs | viewed 686 times | 0 Comments
President-elect Barack Obama's inauguration will span over four days, and will not only include the traditional balls, but also service events to honor Martin Luther King's legacy, the Presidential Inaugural Committee announced today. ... (Continue reading)
Q&A: Earl Stafford and The People’s Inaugural Project
Written on 9 Dec, 2008 at 17:25 in Politics Blogs | viewed 997 times | 5 Comments
BlackEnterprise.com talked with Stafford about why he chose to begin the project, through his family's Stafford Foundation, how this occasion calls for a focus on "the people," and how you can become a participant, volunteer, or contributor.... (Continue reading)
B.E. 100 CEO to Offer Inauguration Dream for Poor
Written on 5 Dec, 2008 at 17:42 in Politics Blogs | viewed 823 times | 5 Comments
Earl Stafford, CEO of Universal Systems & Technology (UNITECH), spearheaded a $1 million project to set up a presidential inauguration ball package to be offered to disadvantaged people, wounded soldiers, and others for the historic Jan. 20 event, according to... (Continue reading)
For Those of You Who Will Be There … Ticket or No Ticket
Written on 18 Nov, 2008 at 18:11 in Politics Blogs | viewed 341 times | 0 Comments
If you're coming up for the day from surrounding areas, already have dibs on your favorite D.C. relative's couch, or were savvy enough to have booked your hotel months ago (like many who believed President-elect Barack Obama would win since... (Continue reading)
Inauguration Housing: Getting that Extra Buck
Written on 18 Nov, 2008 at 10:50 in Politics Blogs | viewed 159 times | 0 Comments
One company seems to have found a way for Washington D.C. residents to bring in a little extra cash, and reportedly, professionals in the area who have homes are willing to leave during the inaugural celebrations to lend their spaces... (Continue reading)
