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President Jimmy Carter’s Inaugural Address, January 20, 1977*

For myself and for our Nation, I want to thank my predecessor for all he has done to heal our land. In this outward and physical ceremony, we attest once again to the inner and spiritual strength of our Nation. As my high school teacher, Miss Julia Coleman, used to say, “We must adjust toContinue reading “President Jimmy Carter’s Inaugural Address, January 20, 1977*”

President Richard M. Nixon’s Second Inaugural Address, January 20, 1973*

I, RICHARD NIXON, do solemnly swear 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, so help me God. Mr. Vice President, Mr. Speaker, Mr. Chief Justice, Senator Cook, Mrs. Eisenhower, and myContinue reading “President Richard M. Nixon’s Second Inaugural Address, January 20, 1973*”

President Richard M. Nixon’s First Inaugural Address, January 20, 1969*

Senator Dirksen, Mr. Chief Justice, Mr. Vice president, President Johnson, Vice president Humphrey, my fellow Americans-and my fellow citizens of the world community: I ask you to share with me today the majesty of this moment. In the orderly transfer of power, we celebrate the unity that keeps us free. Each moment in history isContinue reading “President Richard M. Nixon’s First Inaugural Address, January 20, 1969*”