Tuesday, January 20, 2009
The Peaceful Transfer of Power
Yesterday I heard someone on the radio refer to "the peaceful transfer of power" that marks our country's presidential inauguration. I had never before thought about what a remarkable thing that is. In other countries, a change in presidents is often marked by corrupt elections, violence, even war. In our country, a change in presidents is celebrated over coffee between the new president and his predecessor.
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That is a good thought!!
I have to admit I did get a little choked up watching Bush and his wife get on the helicopter and fly away...
Wow, a good point! It was pretty awesome here yesterday. The whole day was peaceful and fun - even in the midst of the chaos of an extra 2 million people here in DC!
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