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Text of Barack Obama's inaugural address
The following is the text of President Barack Obama's inaugural address delivered Tuesday on the National Mall in Washington:

OBAMA: Thank you. Thank you. | Read More
Obama: Healthcare bills not there yet
Healthcare reform bills in the U.S. Congress aren't "where they need to be" in terms of cost savings or coverage, U.S. President Barack Obama said.
Cost for protecting Obama's home: $2.2 mil
Chicago police have spent at least $2.2 million to secure President Barack Obama's Windy City residence since he was elected, city documents indicate.
Obama: Soldier's release options weighed
U.S. President Barack Obama said officials were evaluating options about how to get back the U.S. Army private held captive in Afghanistan.
Mormon president gives Obama a family tree
Mormon church leaders presented U.S. President Barack Obama a detailed family tree Monday during a private meeting in Washington.
Obama: Change healthcare now
U.S. President Barack Obama Monday repeated his call on Congress to enact U.S. healthcare reform, saying if nothing happens now, nothing will change.
Poll: Obama's approval rating dips
Approval for President Barack Obama's leadership on U.S. healthcare reform has slipped below 50 percent, a Washington Post-ABC News poll indicates.
Obama talks to Indonesian president
President Barack Obama called Indonesian President Susilo Yudhoyono Saturday to congratulate him on his election and offer support after the Jakarta bombings.
Axelrod: Obama fought to wear Sox jacket
U.S. President Barack Obama prevailed in a debate about wearing a Chicago White Sox jacket while throwing the first pitch at the All-Star Game, an adviser says.
Obamas to vacation on Martha's Vineyard
President Barack Obama and his family are to spend the last week of August vacationing on Martha's Vineyard in Massachusetts, the White House said.
Obama presses lawmakers on healthcare
U.S. President Barack Obama Saturday urged Congress to pass healthcare reform that would improve care and lower costs without increasing the deficit.

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Barack Obama becomes the 44th President of the United States
Barack Obama takes the oath of office from Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts to become the 44th President of the United States on the west steps of the Capitol on January 20, 2009. Holding the bible is his wife Michelle with their daughters Malia and Sasha. (UPI Photo/Pat Benic) | Slideshow