BARACK HUSSIEN OBAMA: NEW WAY FORWARD

The swearing-in of Obama, the son of an African immigrant, to the highest office in the land was a glorious affirmation in itself that the nation has not exhausted its ability to renew its promise.

(Times)

These are a few of what he said in his inauguration speech:

"Starting today, we must pick ourselves up, dust ourselves off, and begin again the work of remaking America."

"To the Muslim world, we seek a new way forward, based on mutual interest and mutual respect,"

And I like this one...

"That we are in the midst of crisis is now well understood. Our nation is at war, against a far-reaching network of violence and hatred. Our economy is badly weakened, a consequence of greed and irresponsibility on the part of some, but also our collective failure to make hard choices and prepare the nation for a new age."

"know that America is a friend of each nation and every man, woman, and child who seeks a future of peace and dignity, and that we are ready to lead once more."

"This is the price and the promise of citizenship."