Inauguration 2013 Explore NPR's coverage of Barack Obama's second presidential inauguration.
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Inauguration 2013

Explore NPR's coverage of Barack Obama's second presidential inauguration.

President Obama gives his inaugural address after taking the oath of office Monday. Brendan Smialowski/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

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Listen To Barack Obama's Second Inaugural Address

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A Chilly, Musical Morning As Inauguration Crowds Gather

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Taking A Train From Chicago To D.C. For Obama's Big Day

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As a second-term president, Barack Obama necessarily generates less excitement than he did as a newcomer. Above, flags flew during his 2009 inauguration. Eric Purcell/FlickrVision via Getty Images hide caption

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President Obama taking the oath of office today on the steps of the Capitol. First Lady Michelle Obama held the two Bibles on which he placed his hand. Alex Wong/Getty Images hide caption

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Crowds Begin Converging On Washington, D.C.

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Inauguration Events Share Day With King Holiday

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Obama 'Suits Up' For Inauguration Day

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Myrlie Evers-Williams To Deliver Inaugural Invocation

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