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J. Merle Stanley Westchester, NY — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:32:40 GMT

First Read......Obama flubbed HIS line, and you KNOW it!
More proof that he just cant speak without that teleprompter.
Stop LYING, and start telling the TRUH!

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Brian Venable, Bothell, WA — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:34:25 GMT

Someone please tell Olbermann and Matthews that this is about the transition of power in our country, NOT THEM!!! So while these proceedings are going on, would they be so kind as to shut the hell up!

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Kathy, Southfield, MI — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:35:54 GMT

I imagine they were both really nervous. It was kind of cool to see that they are both human.

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J. Austin — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:36:59 GMT

The fumbling of his oath shows he's human like the rest of us, and no one is perfect. Was a great taking of the oath in my opinion.

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Mike Stromenger, Fargo, ND — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:37:34 GMT

Sorry...when the Chief Justice messes up the actual wording of the oath, and the President-Elect knows it and recognizes the error, that would be ROBERTS flubbing the line.

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Richard, Washington State — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:39:01 GMT

I knew they should have had Clarence Thomas do it, even if he isn't the chief justice.

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JazzBuff630, Harlem NY — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:40:27 GMT

Stop hating and start congratulating. Like Bush was
a paradigm of articulation and fluid thought. By the way, hater, there is an additional "t" in truth.

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David Rourke; San Francisco, CA — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:40:35 GMT

...and if we keep this type of childish behavior going on...THE BLAME GAME...this country will never move forward...it's ceremonial...move on and get to work...

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Joline, Tijeras, NM — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:40:37 GMT

Oh, Merle, even with the transcript before you, you still get it wrong.

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David Arthur — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:40:50 GMT

Please. They both flubbed their lines. Obama can speak without a teleprompter and when he does, he does not mangle the English language.

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Jake, KS — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:40:54 GMT

J. Merle, get a life, PLEASE.

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Jim, Dallas, TX — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:41:11 GMT

Looks like they both flubbed it...

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JS, SF CA — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:41:47 GMT

Come on...this was clearly Roberts' fault. Roberts biffed it. Sure, maybe Obama should have said it correctly--we all know the oath, it's not that long, it's in the Constitution. But Roberts is supposed to nail it and he didn't even come close.

I'm not a giant Obama fan and didn't vote for him. But clearly Roberts blew it here.

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carrollton — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:41:47 GMT

And you can't spell T R U T H

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Lara Omaha, NE — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:43:02 GMT

Oh, my god...were you even listening? It's not a conspiracy theory....I was listening live, and read what Roberts said versus what it's supposed to say. Let them flub due to nerves, it's freaking not that big of a deal!!!!

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andrea thomas — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:44:08 GMT

barack has made all americans proud regardless of color

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Joe Ohio — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:44:39 GMT

You can't spell TRUTH. Apparently you aren't perfect either.

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D. Sanders, Deer Park, TX — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:45:03 GMT

Ooh, somebody's grumpy! Don't get your knickers in a twist, there, at least not until you've actually seen what our new President can do, hmm?

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Kay P Tempe AZ — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:45:11 GMT

8-25
Give it up J Merle - Obama is the president and unless you want to move to Canada - get over it. We lived [and died] with Bush, so bring it on, you and the rest of the deadenders!. Run the tape!

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Kerry, Princeton, NJ — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:45:15 GMT

Uhm...Obama is a person like anyone else and got a little nervous/excited and spoke his lines a little too soon...get over it. It has nothing to do with his character or the way he's going to be running our country. How many times did FORMER President Bush misread a line or mispronounce something completely? Not to mention the many times he mislead the country on WMDs.....Go Obama!

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Tim - Louisville, KY — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:45:18 GMT

Why is it a big deal at all? It's like a wedding ceremony. No matter how badly the bride and groom may botch their lines, they're still married at the end of the service. We've just completed 8 years of botched lines anyway. :-)

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Matthew Rahway, NJ — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:45:20 GMT

Great speech, but the President said 44 Americans have now taken the Presidential oath. It is only 43 Americans. Grover Cleveland was the 22nd and 24th President.

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joe cross, charlotte, nc — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:45:38 GMT

he flubbed his line. so what? he's President. Get used to it. And your last president "flubbed" every time he opened his mouth.

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Donna Stockstill — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:45:47 GMT

It made for a memorial oath of office because it goes to show that even the BEST public speakers get nervous and that we're all HUMAN!
I am proud that I was able to catch the oath and his speech. I can say honestly this is the only inaguration that I've actually taken time to pay attention to and make time to watch in the 20years I've been voting.

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I. McGinnis — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:45:53 GMT

Roberts paused after the name, and Obama started. Roberts then continued and that threw both men off. Roberts then incorrectly gave the next line - look at the transcript and a video clip. It was clear Obama knew what he was supposed to say, but was caught with the choice of reciting Roberts' words or the correct oath. He recited Roberts' words.

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Carol Anne, Seattle — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:46:22 GMT

"So help me, God" is not part of the oath. Chief Justice Roberts should not have prompted President Obama to say it. There was far too much Christianity up on that stage today.

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Latarsha Patrick, Madison, MS — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:47:24 GMT

Good job Chief Justice Roberts and President Obama, we are human and we make mistakes. God Bless you and may God Bless America!

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Pete - Albany, NY — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:47:59 GMT

Still bitter, aren't we, J. Merle?

US Constitution, Article II, Section 1 includes the following...

"Before he enter on the Execution of his Office, he shall take the following Oath or Affirmation:--"I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully execute the Office of President of the United States, and will to the best of my Ability, preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States."

Crawl back into your hole, you little troll!

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Ann Randall — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:48:36 GMT

Barack did not flub his speach, the chief justice was the one who took him off pace. Like good old
george could speak!

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BamaBoy - Smarter than the average redneck! — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:51:14 GMT

I thought Obama was probably caught up in the weightiness of the moment, I mean, there he was after such a long road personally and nationally, taking the oath for the president of the United States. One might possibly 'flub' their line.

However, I saw the inauguration and it seemed like the justice chuckled a little as though he realized his 'woops' moment. I'll have to check out youtube and see.

The bottom line is, though...Bush is OUTA THEEERRREEE!!! And my presidential pick is IN!!

Woohoo AMERICA!!!

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J. Merle Stanley, Westchester, NY — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:51:16 GMT

You people are delusional...hahahah

Obama jumped the gun and spoke over Roberts...because he just can't keep his big flapping mouth shut.

He sounded surprised when Roberts said his middle name...HUESEIN. I think that's what threw him off.

His speech was lackluster too.....not inspiring at all.

GOD HELP US with this motor-mouthed-moron in The White House!

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Robin, Fort Wayne, Indiana — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:52:32 GMT

It's nice to know that he's human. I chalked it up to nerves. Could YOU say that whole phrase the first time with that many people watching you?

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Richard, Washington State — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:53:08 GMT

Carol Anne:

I wondered if anyone would notice. Thanks for being fair and balanced. Jesus loves you.

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Alan, Pittsburgh, PA — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:53:24 GMT

I wonder if Roberts purposely paused after stating the President's name (complete with Hussein in the middle) just to try to place emphasis on Hussein? I'm kind of joking here, but I don't put anything past a con(artist)servative anymore!

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Rojer Ram jetski — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:53:31 GMT

Poor j. Merle Stanley...they have been wrong so many times and apparently can't read transcripts either...sad

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Athena Munroe — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:54:26 GMT

How about looking at all that went right. How about recognizing that this man just took on the biggest mess created by humans. How about looking to how we can help progress and move forward instead of taking the time to point fingers and criticize. Start something new today, right now, think positive.

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C A, Tuscaloosa, AL — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:55:41 GMT

So much for Obama's suggestion that we start forgetting the petty grievances or criticisms and get back on track of reshaping this country. Give it a rest people. You guys sound like memebrs of Congress and I thought we were to start setting examples for them as to how they should act and respond.

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TRUH matters! — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:55:53 GMT

"Stop LYING, and start telling the TRUH!"
J. Merle Stanley Westchester, NY (Sent Tuesday, January 20, 2009 12:32 PM)

I'll start telling the TRUH when YOU start telling the TRUH!

What an idiot!

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Susan Doolittle, Seattle Washington — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:56:20 GMT

The Right Wingnuts are probably now going to sue claiming that Obama isn't actually the president because he didn't utter the oath exactly correctly.

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Craig, GR, MI — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:57:31 GMT

Whether or not Obama flubbed his speech is dependent entirely on what the definition of the word "is" is.

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Dennis, Columbus, Ohio — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:57:40 GMT

EVERYONE please stop responding to J. Merle.

The posts are purly for attention and not to further debate, wisdom or humor.

I agree with Jake, KS.

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Ellisa H. Nashville, TN — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:57:43 GMT

Are you all actually arguing about this? Who the hell cares!?!?! He's President, ya'll!

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L.L. Reading, PA — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:58:20 GMT

I don't care so much about the flubbing of the lines as I do with the comment about "remaking America". What exactly is that supposed to mean? God help us!

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Dave Boston, MA — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:58:48 GMT

The chief justice blew it. Period. It's a "repeat after me" and the CJ blew the moment. He gave Obama the wrong line.

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D. Sanders, Deer Park, TX — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:59:18 GMT

Not inspiring at all? I'm generally not emotional and it almost brought a tear to my eye. Everyone I've spoken with has said much of the same!

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I was listening — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:00:03 GMT

Makes one wonder how well Roberts REALLY knows the Constitution, doesn't it?

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Linda — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:00:46 GMT

Good Lord, people like J. Merle Stanley are just delusional. No matter what FACTS are staring them right in the face (like the transcript of what Justice Roberts was SUPPOSED to say), you still try to hate on Obama any chance you can.

Honestly, people like you are just coming off as totally pathetic with your tired-ass Obama hating.

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Peter , Philadelphia — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:00:51 GMT

I can't wait till he is impeached and tried for treason. He has links to Bin Laden.

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Joe, Oklahoma City — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:01:00 GMT

Well, guys, time for all of you who SWORE that you would move elswhere if Obama ever became president to make good on your word.

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Bill, Portlaned, OR — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:01:40 GMT

Lighten up, Carol Anne.

Roberts did'nt prompt Obama to say "So help me, God" as part of the oath of office - he asked him a question ("So help you God?").

Read the transcript, take a deep breath, and think happy thoughts...

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Trevor Neilson — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:02:03 GMT

i dont like him but, he is owr president and we have to live with him and be thankfull there is someone to take care of the Snited States of America

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Rebecca Bolton, Seymour , IN — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:02:15 GMT

Carol Anne, What!! Too much Christianity!!! Please, There was way too little if you ask me. There can never be too much of God anywhere. You better hope God is with us with this administration. I will not allow people like you to cut our God out of any situation. Leave Christianity alone or at least give it a chance. I can't imagine not believing in something. Trust me, Obama is not your God, I wish the county would quit treating him as if he is. He is human!!! I do hope our new president allows God to guide him in our time of need. Pray my fellow Americans, we need it!!

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Matt — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:03:08 GMT

"First Read......Obama flubbed HIS line, and you KNOW it!
More proof that he just cant speak without that teleprompter.
Stop LYING, and start telling the TRUH! "

Hahahaha, you idiot. Clearly if the Chief Justice read the wrong line as a prompt, HE'S the one that flubbed his line. Quit being one of the idiots who are just trying to talk down everything this man does before he even has the chance to prove himself. Pull the Republican stick out of your a** and prepare for this country to get back on track.

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Willie T. Purdom — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:03:12 GMT

Oh stop it, the oath is over, he is the President and hopefully the Country will move on. Congratulation Mr. President, and Congratulation Mr. Vice President, job well done, both of you.

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Trevor Neilson, utah — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:05:28 GMT

i dont like him but hes owr president and we should be great full for a man not a woman to lead the United States of America

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Mike Romero, El Paso, TX — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:06:04 GMT

Obama never swore to preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution of the United States of America against all enemies, foreign and domestic.

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D.Rangel, Dallas TX — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:06:18 GMT

Yep he is a flubber, actually they both were "rewind". Oh Well, chalk another one for TV Flubbers of 2009.

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mike mayer — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:06:47 GMT

wh do you have to always find blame remember they are only human just like you and me not one among you are perfict and have never said or done something a little wrong when the time was right [yea i know]so top looking to blame and try to find a way to help or maybe make this place a little better for all of us

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fwrite — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:08:22 GMT

Perhaps I'm a doom-sayer, but I wonder if Justice Robert's flub could have had anything to do with the 'seizure' he suffered last summer? The Supremes (not the old musical group!) are not known for their transparency--especially on what they consider 'private' issues.

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Democrat Culture of Corruption — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:08:28 GMT

I have recited a version of this oath numerous times in my service of the country. Each oath of office, whether for soldier, senator or president starts out with; "I__________________do solemnly swear",...

Every private knows how to take this oath. Obama does not and he just demonstrated a FAIL. You wait until you hear the entire first line and only then do you recite it.

OBAMA JUMPED THE GUN and cut off Chief Justice Roberts before he had completed the line, thus showing Obama does not even know how to properly take the oath of office - something even Bush can do perfectly.

Obama screwed up the cadence, the timing and his "moment in front of the world" which will live in infamy and the disgrace of the United States of America.

Time to call Bush back into to preside until we get a real leader, not this Fraud, this boy, this media invention, this empty suit.

Oh yeah. The constant harping and criticism payback for the way the Rats and their media have treated others - begins today... Get used to it.

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The - Democrat Soldier — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:08:46 GMT

Ok, FR this is becoming a bit ridiculous - don't you think.

Petty at best - you guys have to do better; you are being to disappoint U.S.

I also see you guys have been posting a lot more "Obama" haters today.

Stirring up the pot - huh?

Thank you and GOD BLESS AMERICA

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Sytze Vliegen, Utrecht, Netherlands — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:09:06 GMT

Though not in the right order, he at least got the words right, right?

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jonymc — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:09:18 GMT

Does anyone else think it's hilarious that this guy's name is "Merle"? What's the "J" stand for, Judd?

Ha ha ha ha ha ha!

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julie sodje london uk. — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:10:35 GMT

why do we only see the bad side of things,at the ebd we're all human Obama go on and do the work may the good God see you thru

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yvrm, florida — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:12:42 GMT

I enjoyed what was said and how. He proved we all are human and we all make mistakes. It just goes to show it can and will happen too anyone. If that is all they have on him, he is off to a good start. Praise God!

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SnohoGal98296 — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:12:58 GMT

This was obviously the judge - he blew his lines, not Obama - the transcript shows it. He also interrupted Obama as he was trying to say his lines, the judge didn't give him time to repeat the oath segments! I can see now that he was trying to correct the line he just flubbed...

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Frank Steve — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:13:41 GMT

Ohh man!...that was pathetic...it looked so stupid..funny stuff though..:)

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Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:14:31 GMT

he was under the biggest pressure of the world , give him a break,it happens.

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gepa — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:15:01 GMT

I think John Roberts flubbed up on purpose! He doesn't like Obama, and further more, he should have read it off a paper, he never swore in a president before, as a matter of fact he has'nt done much of anything before, and he knows he would flub it up.

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Angela, Hollidaysburg, PA — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:16:53 GMT

According to other articles I've read Obama requested that they use his full name in the oath so I doubt he was surprised J. Merle. I mean it's his name. Would you flinch at your own name? Oh nevermind.

Congrats to Obama. This is actually the first time I've ever been proud of my country during my lifetime and I'm rather enjoying. Hopefully this event lifts everyones spirits and readys us for change.

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jaq, southern NJ — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:17:19 GMT

Somebody, please, please shut J. Merle Stanley UP.... I thought NY is a Democratic state....Live for the moment!!
President Barack Obama is our President. Didn't you see how the people of Kenya were rejoicing!! He is a son of their soil and ours. Let us "AMERICA" rejoice!!

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Tom Barnett — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:17:19 GMT

keith ogreman is pretty hateful huh?

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HKnight — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:17:53 GMT

There is more Love than Hatred in this country and in the world for our new President. God Bless America.

And God Bless our Beloved President Obama.

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J. Merle Stanley, Westchester, NY — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:18:31 GMT

******************************************************PLEASE NOTE;.....THIS IS WHAT obaMANIACS THINK ABOUT FREE SPEECH;*****************************************

"...Give it up J Merle - Obama is the president and unless you want to move to Canada - get over it. We lived [and died] with Bush, so bring it on, you and the rest of the deadenders!. Run the tape! ..."
Kay P Tempe AZ (Sent Tuesday, January 20, 2009 12:45 PM)

AND...

"...Still bitter, aren't we, J. Merle?

US Constitution, Article II, Section 1 includes the following...

"Before he enter on the Execution of his Office, he shall take the following Oath or Affirmation:--"I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully execute the Office of President of the United States, and will to the best of my Ability, preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States."

Crawl back into your hole, you little troll! ..."
Pete - Albany, NY (Sent Tuesday, January 20, 2009 12:47 PM)

To KAY & Pete;
You can BOTH go to hell!
Niether of the two of you, NOR your BOY, Barrack HUESEIN Obama, can take away our constititional right to free speech.
Obama is STILL an empty suite, with a big-large-flappin' mouth that he just can't seem to shut.
That's why he spoke OVER Justice Roberts and flubbed up his oath.
Let's see if he can back up all that TALK.
Frankly, I think he'll piss all over himself at the first sign of trouble.

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Agnes, Charlotte, NC — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:18:36 GMT

God Bless America and our 44th African American President. It's a fact you can't change that. Change has come to America. "No weapon formed against our president shall prosper" so suck it up, J. Merle and that's the TRUTH. Don't be a hater. If you can't take the heat, get out of the kitchen.

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Jason Q, new jersey — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:19:51 GMT

lmao i get a kick out of reading this things,its amazing how many people love to argue about random worthless, unimportant stuff. i halg way down you cant even tell what the conversation was about all you hear is "im right ur wrong" and "no, im right your wrong!" lol

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Paul — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:20:55 GMT

the administer of the oath is expected to be able to respond to any difficulties that the respondee may have with his rendering of the oath. If they had to start over three times due to who knows what Roberts had the responsibility to be able to share the text of the oath with the respondee if it came down to that. I cannot imagine what it was that possessed him to go up there without the written text of the oath in hand. When I see him on the Golf course it will be one of the first things that I will ask him to explain. Talk about dumb, you have one job to do and you go up there unprepared for the job. Yes Obama jumped the gun in saying his name earlier than Roberts was ready for, but that kind of thing is not supposed to throw off the administer, administor?, of an oath. Roberts was foolish to make that mistake.

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Stu — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:21:02 GMT

Maybe they are waiting for all the Democrats who moved to Canada when Bush was elected (twice) to come back.

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DrFunZ — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:21:13 GMT

The role of Roberts was to administer the oath. He administered it INCORRECTLY. It is not the responsibility of the person being honored to have to take control of everything. Obama's role was to REPEAT the oath as administered. Obama should not have had to think about anything, except getting off and on the stage, repeat the oath, give his speech and get on with the rest of the day. Roberts was a FOOL to administer the oath without a script, especially that it was his first time. Any person who has ever managed an event of this size and importance knows that NOTHING should be unscripted. Roberts should not have been allowed to administer the oath without a copy of it. So much for the Director of the Inauguration.

But this inauguration will be remembered for FAR MORE than this incident. Obama has a chance to say it again 2012. And maybe someone with less hubris will administer the oath!

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Stensen, Eindhoven, The Netherlands — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:22:14 GMT

Congratulations America. Wish you all the best with your new president.
Personally I’m al a little skeptic but that’s because in the Netherlands and Europe our experiences with leftwing politics are quite depressing. But maybe/probably there’s a difference between the left in the US and the left in Europe. Anyway, lot’s of success.
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PJ Davis, Osage, KS — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:22:42 GMT

People, people, people. Is this really what you want to fight about? Can't we just agree that Obama was sworn in and is now our President?

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Angela C., Greensboro, NC — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:24:29 GMT

For those who don't realize, this country was founded on Christianity. There will never be too much of it on ANY stage!!

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R.Lanf Indianapolis, IN — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:26:34 GMT

OK all you persons who thought Obama flubbed his oath of office, it was actually Chief Justice Roberts who didn't remember HIS lines!!

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Phil, Pittsburgh, PA — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:27:53 GMT

I am so tired of this from both sides. ENOUGH please! Both sides truly are pathetic. Stop thinking you have taken the high road.

For 8 years the Dems have attacked President Bush. For 8 years before that the Reps attacked President Clinton.

Folks, the true definition of 'honorable behavior' is treating others with dignity even when they perhaps don't deserve it. If we continue on with this pattern of insulting whomever you don't agree with at every possible opportunity, then I feel sorrow for the path we are on.

President Clinton made mistakes. President Bush made mistakes. President Obama with probably make some mistakes. But these people were/are our President. If we truly want other nations to respect us, then it is time we start showing respect for each other, whether we agree or disagree.

<I now step down from my soapbox>

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Billy Bob — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:27:56 GMT

Why does the press and most people for that matter insit on calling Obama an African American (there is no such tyoe of person0. That would make all people of European descent "European Americans". Rather then Irish Americans or Polish Americans etc.

Also, they refer to him has the first balck President. Last I looked his mother was white. Making him a "mixed race" President. Either way who cares waht the color of his skin is. The time for all the talking is over. Get to work!

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C. White, Emory, TX — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:29:35 GMT

OMG.....Are we seriously discussing the oath flub?????Surely the magnitude of what we all just witnessed is a more meaningful topic!!!

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Stephanie, Falls Church VA — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:30:00 GMT

I don't see any of YOU critics standing up there, in front of the entire world, taking that oath. Go do something productive and then offer a point of view that has even a shred of merit.

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A. Taxpayer — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:31:10 GMT

Ask yourself the following question and answer honestly: If it were George W. Bush who had been in the exact same situation and had the exact same result, would you brush it off and accept it as "being human"? If you answered "no", then you, sir, are worse than Hitler.

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I Support the President — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:31:42 GMT

LMAO!!! The moment I saw this little misstep I knew the haters would leap on it. You people are so entertaining, like going to the circus! How many of you clowns are going to try and fit in this clown car?
Barack Hussein Obama is the President of the United States, if you have any sense of patriotism you will stand with your president, wish him well, and show your support, else, go move to Iran or Venesuela where they won't mind your mouth. You don't belong on our side.

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Kahlil Selah Williams — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:32:02 GMT

Obama made the decision to use his whole name, just like the rest of the American Presidents. Anybody that thinks otherwise is Wrong.

anf that's the TRUTH..

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We will be remembered for what we build, not what we destroy. — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:32:24 GMT

There is not a single person who will either remember or care about one slight hiccup in an otherwise stellar moment in American history. Obama is such a fantastic orator; when it comes to flubs he will always get the benefit of the doubt. You know the moment that I will always remember? Bush getting on "Executive One" and getting the hell out of town. Now THAT is the beginning of progress.

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Paul, Plympton, MA — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:32:28 GMT

Obama didn't follow his leading. He is incompetent. His record shows that. For those of you who hate George Bush; you display just
how ignorant, intolerant and morally bankrupt you are. He is and will always be a great man.
Remember how your "Clintons" left office with their stealing and vandalism. And don't you just love the change "Hussein" is bringing to the White House; all Clintonites.
God help this country

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Nicole Carter, Ontario Canada — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:33:00 GMT

Okay this is really pathetic, on a day when American is setting the example by standing with their President in unity all folks can argue about is who missed their lines.

Get over it, Obama is now the American President.
Stop hating and start participating in making a positive contribution to your country & world.

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Sharon Charleston SC — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:33:34 GMT

Does it really matters if they messed up? How many times have we forgotten a speech or wording? I am sure that if any of us was speaking in front of millions of people live and that is not even including other media outlets that there were be mistakes done. GET OVER IT, OBAMA IS OUR PRESIDENT!! Also, I am glad that God was added, we need more God in our lives...and He will continue to guide and watch over the United States..

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Ed, New York, NY — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:34:08 GMT

I believe Roberts deliberately sabotaged this historic moment. Since the first sound recording of a U.S. presidential inauguration, has the CJ ever flubbed before? I believe that Roberts, a dyed-in-the-wool partisan, wanted to deprive the nation of a solemn memory, preferring that the video record commemorate the glitch rather than the weight of the occasion. You can be sure that the video will be useless to the President's re-election campaign in 2012, which was probably Roberts's goal.

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Claudia Indio, California — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:34:33 GMT

He sounded surprised when Roberts said his middle name...HUESEIN. I think that's what threw him off.
umm..you also mispelled "HUSSEIN" ...he he he this is too funny...i think youre the one that is getting nervous now , J.Merle

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NY Gal — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:34:53 GMT

So what if they were both nervous and flubbed the lines? It shows they're both human. I'm sure it will be played and replayed perhaps to their chagrin, but a funny moment on a solemn day is a wonderful thing.

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Miguel, Coral Gables FL — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:35:04 GMT

Peter , Philadelphia, please follow Joe's advice and move elsewhere, you and those like you are part of the problem in the country and the solution just came in. Move ON....Yes WE CAN

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Melissa , Dallas — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:36:40 GMT

Everyone is so ready to defend Obama. Everyone would be all over this in a heart if it was Bush. So, no matter what any one says " color " does matter. We are out to be politically correct because he is black. ( Excuse me: Half Black ) which everyone seems to have forgotten.

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JACKIE — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:37:01 GMT

he was correct when he said that he is the 44th American to take the oath, and by the way, Grover Cleveland was not the only person to have multiple terms. So I suggest you go back and count, this was the 57th time the oath has been administered and he was the 44th person to take that oath. If this was your greatest criticism, then we are in for a prosperous term under our 44th yes count 44th president.

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jonytk — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:38:11 GMT

OMG the night shows are going to be all week over that.
:)

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ScArEcRo, San Antonio, TX — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:38:24 GMT

Barack Obama is President of these United States Of America, regardless of his race, color, ethnicity, religion, background, language, color of his hair, what hes wearing...all of that jazz!!! Isnt that what America runs on, none of these things matter, everything is equal opportunity here. Thank God Obama is president. I'm happy that the Dream has finally come true! Lets not screw it up people!

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Tom — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:38:40 GMT

I didnt vote for Obama, hes a self proffessed believer in Marxism, and this country urinated on our founders and war deads graves when they elected him...but I digress...seriously people, regardless of if you like the guy or not, I mean come on folks..this is a big event for Obama (everybody here should understand that)...so he jumped the gun a bit when he started out, whats the problem? Then the rythm was screwed up and they struggled through the rest of it...hey...they made it, and with a smiles and giggles..big deal...cut the guy some slack on this. I see no problem here...whats the big friggin deal?

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Rose, Houtzdale, PA. — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:39:15 GMT

It's a new day and a new start for us as a nation, let's start it right with love and forgiveness.
Who cares if some lines were messed up? And who cares who was at fault?
I'm proud to be an American and proud to be alive in a time that we can embrace everyone for who they are, not because they look just like us, whatever color their skin, whatever their religion, let's just love one another!

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Eric, Seattle, Wash. — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:40:32 GMT

Souldn't Obama have to repeat the oath? He said "faithfully" after United States, wheras the constitution calls for "that I will faithfully execute the Office of President of the United States."

It's grammatically acceptable, but can't the constitution hawks rightly claim that he hasn't officially taken the oath?

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Washington, DC — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:41:45 GMT

Boy, some people are going to have a rough 4-8 years. :D

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Greg A. Bush — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:45:01 GMT

It actually gave me hope that perhaps people will really put aside their differences and work together for whats best for all and not the few.

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BlueDay, Waverly, IA — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:45:20 GMT

Does it really matter who fumbled? I think in such a situation anyone would be nervous (and that includes both Justice Roberts and President Obama).
In any case, the words were stated in a far more heartfelt manner than they've probably been in quite a long time, and the speech was simply awe inspiring. It's so nice to now have a president who can speak intelligently and eloquently. Amen.

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Palomino — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:45:24 GMT

MAJOR, MAJOR SCREW-UP. But he's still president.
I'll give him the benefit of the doubt. He was nervous.

It's more than you liberal clowns gave Bush, who had many, many good points. (This is where the Olbermanniac types ask me to list them)

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Susan,Slidell, La — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:46:13 GMT

If a Black republican were being sworn in today, the fear of them taking over the given black vote would make the democrats and the media TEAR HIM APART. He would be the biggest Uncle Tom in the world. I don't like them labeleling me racist if I don't support him. I'm sorry, but if he proceeds with his socialist agenda, I DON'T WANT HIM TO SUCCEED! Everyone says we have to give him a chance, so we have to be all nicey, nice.
I wouldn't ever be as uncouth and disrespectful as they have been for the last 8 years. I'm sure they would NOT be being nice to say a President Michael Steele. So pardon me if I don't jump for joy.

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Mike, San Antonio, TX — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:47:47 GMT

"It's nice to know that he's human". Yep! Kinda like the way #43 would flub his lines from time to time. I found the speech to be quite good actually. While I did not vote for Obama I do wish him and I will be praying for his success. Time to put the partisan politics aside and come together as a nation.

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Kris D - New Jersey — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:48:09 GMT

Please...I didn't vote for Obama and this wasn't anything more than a flub. Roberts blew, Obama was off pace. One million set of eyes on you and tens of millions watching online or on television. Despite my vote for McCain, Obama IS my president and my thoughts and prayers are with him.

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Cindy K.,Tupelo,MS. — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:48:27 GMT

Please give our new president a chance. He has a lot more things to deal with than to worry about a little nervous showned by Chief Justice Roberts during his oath. Any other human would be nevous swearing in The President of the United States. the whole world was watching or listening to this very special oath. Good Luck and God Bless to President Obama and his staff.

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Ginny Dougherty, Port Monmouth, NJ — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:49:16 GMT

President Obama was prompted to say "so help me God" because it was his choice to say those words. I am an atheist as I assume Carol Anne, Seattle is, and I didn't find it at all a problem. He is a Christian and I'm not. So What. Me thinks you protest too much. I am very proud that he is now our President...Amen:-)

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Mike Stamford, CT — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:49:34 GMT

Hey Sanders,

"When everyone is thinking the same way, someone isn't thinking" - General George S. Patton

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J. Merle Stanley, Westchester, NY — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:49:34 GMT

Obama "f-ed" up.....not Justice Roberts.
He just can't keep his mouth closed and he jumped the gun and started taliking too early.
TALK TALK TALK.....that's all Obama is.

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Anthony,Virginia — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:51:43 GMT

I have taken a look at all the comments posted today and am taken aback. Pres. Obama was slightly hasty in his reciting the oath, but it is basically a repeat of the spoken words of the CJOTUS. CJ Roberts was apparently moved by what today truly meant to him as the sitting Chief Justice of the nation's highest court (and what it means to him to see what he has sworn himself to uphold come full-circle). Many presidents have erred in spoken statements, as our "beloved" 42nd president has done many times over the last eight years (but when has one had shoes thrown at him?). There has been a call to arms to "remake" America in the mold of what it has been and can be again...the beacon of hope that shines the light of freedom for all to see. What bothers me is the assinine comment by Peter from Philly about Obama's impeachment; the one that should have been impeached left on Marine One about an hour ago. I leave you with two unbiased opinions: 1) Merle is Bush 2) Pete's mad about one of two things..either he voted for McCain (wow) or the Eagles loss is still stinging.

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S. Neas — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:52:08 GMT

Okay, dumb question here by Granma - but Granpa and I happened to notice the swearing-in words for the Vice-President were not the same as for the President - the procedure was longer. Has that always been the case and we've just not paid attention? I thought they were both supposed to be the same?

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TB, Seattle, WA — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:52:20 GMT

President Obama took the oath! It doesn't matter if it was "flubed" up or not. The point is He is now President.
You don't have to like Obamba but you do need to respect his position of authority over OUR country.
I personally don't care for him but he will have my respect because he is president and we can't do anything to change it now.

TB, Seattle, WA

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Randall, Champaign, IL — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:52:26 GMT

Barack Obama just took on the most important and powerful office in the world in what many consider the most significant election of the past 50 years. And yet he's still human. I'm so glad to have someone with a genuine and sincere personality as our elected leader. This is what America is all about. People.

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Bubba, Tennessee — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:53:28 GMT

Ok, history has been made; the first African-American President of the United States of America. Yada-Yada!
Now that that's over with, let's have an election for an American President of the United States of America qualified to lead this country.

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JoAnn, Moundsville, WV — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:54:01 GMT

What makes a difference, Obama would be President with or without the oath. He is officially President at 12 Noon on Jan. 20th.

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Linda, Vista, Ca. — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:54:03 GMT

Obama started repeating the oath before he was supposed to,so he doesn't listen very well does he?

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Peter, Portland, Oregon — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:55:01 GMT

Chief Justice Roberts simply blew his big moment. Thank goodness our new president knows better! After eight long years we finally have an adult at the helm.

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Liz, NY — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:56:09 GMT

J Merle Stanley

Why don't you get a life and find something to do with yourself for the next 8 years instead of coming here and spewing lies and hate. Lord, it's just sad that viciously hating someone is all you have in life.

President Barack Hussein Obama - YES!

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tybet — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:56:36 GMT

hahahahaha move over mr.bush.... President Obama is the new flub master..HAHAHAHA the most important moment in his life and he messes it up.. YA SURE OF COURSE IT WAS SOMEONE ELSES FAULT!!!

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Janet Glenn, Chicago, Illinois — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:57:54 GMT

You really need to stop Hating! Once you learn to spell correctly, perhaps you can try again to make your point. It is TIME FOR A CHANGE and believe me A CHANGE IS COMING! Get yourself ready you hater, there are no back woods anymore.

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Dave, Des Moines, IA — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:58:18 GMT

I wonder if Obama and Biden will need to repeat their oaths again in private ceremony, as a formality, since both apparently did not use the exact wording required. Best wishes to both of them as we move forward to solve our nation's problems.

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Kevin — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 19:00:30 GMT

I am not a right wing nut but the Constitution is pretty clear about what a President must say to execute the office.
Obama did not say it. The Constitution does not say "As close to possible, try to say that you will uphold the Constitution..."
It tells you what to say.
I am saying this more as a purist. He is the President, my President, even if I didn't vote for him.
I hope the best for him.

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American Citizen — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 19:01:14 GMT

Yes, this is the nasty bickering Obama was talking about. Shame on you all.

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Jeff Myers — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 19:01:39 GMT

Just as Barrack stood next to McCain at the end of the last debate as the credits rolled (remember that McCain was supposed to be off camera and our graceful new president knew it and instead of letting Grampy look the fool, Obama stood beside him, so they would both look mistaken) his patience and humility is clear, his ability to 'reach across the aisle' or share the burden evident even in his swearing in.

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Janet Glenn, Chicago, Illinois — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 19:03:48 GMT

Small people with small minds think the way you do. Blah blah blah so they made a mistake; and, I guess you're PERFECT -- PLEASE! AND NOW Kudos to Rebecca (atheist) I am so proud of you for making your point. I love God and I know he will take care of all of us. He is with our President and he is with the USA and we shall prevail.

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HELEN M. MULL — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 19:03:48 GMT

YOU ALL SEEM TO HAVE OVERLOOKED THE FACT THAT THE OATH WAS NOT GIVEN IN IT'S ENTIRETY. THE STATEMENT THAT HE WILL PRESERVE PROTECT THE AND DEFEND THE CONSTITUTION AGAINST ALL ENEMIES FORIEGN AND DOMESTIC.
THIS IS THE MOST IMPORTANT STATMENT IN THE OATH. OF COURSE HE DID SAY THAT IF THINGS COME BETWEEN THE UNITED SYATES AND THE MUSIMS HE WOULD GO WITH THE MUSLIMS. MAYBE THIS WASN'T A MISTAKE. MAYBE NEEDS TO TAKE THE OATH AGAIN!!!!!!!!!

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tybet — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 19:04:23 GMT

Funny how when your party is in charge it is all about forgiveness and that he is HUMAN... and we must show UNITY.. Give me a flipping break... I have sat by and listened to over 4 years of you bashing Bush for EVERYTHING... Now it is our turn... Yes we will be petty JUST LIKE YOU WERE!!!! Let the games begin.

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Kelly S. — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 19:06:05 GMT

I thought this country was founded on RELIGIOUS FREEDOM (not Christianity)...Hmmmm. Guess history has changed?

Anyway, last I read, Obama CHOSE to have "so help me God" added to the ceremony. Get over it.

I'm not a Christian, but I don't give a rip; also, I didn't vote for Obama, but he IS my president.

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Keep The Change, Atlanta, GA — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 19:07:06 GMT

Well change has come, we have a half breed as our 44th President. To those that say he is black, remember only his dad was black. His mother was white. He decided to recognize only the black half of himself. THAT ONE is going to ruin our country.

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Elisa, Plano, TX — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 19:09:50 GMT

What is the big deal about this either way? Could someone, KINDLY, tell me, really? I just don't get it. You spend time on the small stuff. Move forward...,for "God's" sake, or "Pete's", or for everyone's sake. Thanks.

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JOY LAREDO TEXAS — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 19:10:59 GMT

THIS FLUB MAKES US SEE THAT THEY ARE HUMAN AND THEY COMMIT ERRORS AND CAN COME BACK FROM THEM HES NOT GOD AND DOESNT HAVE MAGICAL POWERS BUT HE IS HERE TO DO THE BEST HE CAN AND GET US BACK ON OUR FEET. ITS NICE TO SEE THEM BE HUMAN NOT SOMEONE FAKING IT

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J Glendale, AZ — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 19:11:35 GMT

Oh give it a rest, will you??!!? So what, President Obama made a mistake!!! He's human! You make a big deal over such stupid stuff!

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eric knull lusby maryland — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 19:13:02 GMT

Who cares?!!! It is pathetic. he said the oath he is the president. Lets see what he can do or will do before we annoint him the greatest man to ever grace the earth. As far as I know ther was only one perfect and that was Jesus. We all make mistakes. people need to lighten up.

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Terry, Disabled Vet, Des Moines, IA — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 19:14:16 GMT

Obviously people can't take a hint, as long as they are miserable they want others to be the same. I gave the dunce in chief a chance until he presided over a political party that called me UNPATRIOTIC. Respect is a two way street.

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Me, seattlem, wa — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 19:14:21 GMT

Well, so much for unity on the first day. Congratulations people. Stop fighting and get to work!

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HS English Teacher, Norman, OK — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 19:15:41 GMT

Do we want to do something to change the future of America? Stop bashing our leaders. Our young people see this and we breed hatred. There is a big difference between disagreeing and bashing. Think about what you say in front of your kids. If you are disrespectul, how can you teach respect? If you hate, how can you teach tolerance?

Let's raise a better America. Just celebrate today.

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PATRICE, HOUSTON, TX — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 19:19:07 GMT

PRESIDENT BARACK HUSEIN OBAMA, I PRAY THAT YOU AND YOUR FAMILY WILL PROSPER IN YOUR NEW POSITIONS!!!!!! I PRAY THAT GOD WILL LEAD YOU WITH ALL OF THE TOUGH DECISIONS YOU WILL HAVE TO MAKE IN THE NEXT 4, BUT HOPEFULLY 8 YEARS. I PRAY THAT YOUR PHENOMINAL WIFE MICHELLE, AND YOUR BEAUTIFUL DAUGHTERS SASHA AND MALYIA WILL REMAIN SAFE AND DO NOTHING BUT CONTINUE TO COMPLEMENT YOU, AS THEY ALREADY HAVE, ON YOUR JOURNEY TO BECOMING ONE OF THE MOST ACCOMPLISHED PRESIDENTS THERE EVER WAS.

I ALSO PRAY FOR ALL OF THE OPPOSITION YOU HAVE BEEN AND PROBABLY WILL CONTINUE RECEIVING!!!! MAY GOD PLACE HIS HANDS ON THEIR HEARTS AND GET RID OF THE NEGATIVITY AND REPLACE IT WITH NOTHING BUT LOVE SO THIS COUNTRY CAN MOVE FORWARD A LOT MORE SMOOTHLY!!!!

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Dan — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 19:19:29 GMT

There is no such thing as a black Republican.

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Rennie Nelson, Aliquippa, PA — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 19:26:09 GMT

It's almost like it had to happen. After all of the incendiary comments about Bushes inability to communicate, he was only out of office for a few minutes when we got to watch our next President AND the Chief Justice of the Supreme court stumble through an outh that has been said the same for over 200 years. Isn't their anyone left that can talk good American?

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Emmaly , Augusta, Ga — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 19:26:44 GMT

Gee whiz!! An honest mistake. Imagine standing in front of millions of people and not being nervous.. We are all humans and we all make mistakes. The media will proably drag this on for days. I think we should look at this as a time in History that people thought would never happen and move forward and quit worrying about small petty things like this. Good Luck President Obama

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Ms. G., Jacksonville, Fl — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 19:26:51 GMT

Oh my God! Stop complaining about the thorns on the roses and be thankful about the roses on the thorns. We all are human and we do make mistakes. Reposition your complaints into suggestion as to what YOU can do to help this economy.

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lisa johnson, los angeles, CA — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 19:27:03 GMT

Ever seen Obama without a tele-prompter, or when it goes out.... he stands there dumb founded like a wind up doll that has lost its juice...

Of course MSNBC would NEVER admit to his flub... hold onto your hands, four years of blundering,,,,,,, god save the tele-prompter!

He blundered and blunders and blunders...... Look everyone... THE EMPEROR IS NAKED.... haha

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Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:49:10 GMT

To the very first poster, He did not flub his line, he jumped the starting gun. There is a difference. If you read the line he did say what was correct... only thing he did was cut the justice off in mid phrase.

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David — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 20:09:17 GMT

They recovered nicely! It was kind of funny to see the Democrat Pres start off with a healthy dose of incompetance after years of accusing GOP leaders of the same. We're all human. But I could tell Obama was in a HURRY to get in over with, that's why he rushed it. Nerves.