What did u think of the Inauguration ceremonies of President Barack Obama as the 44th President of the U.S.?

Were u encouraged by President Obama's speech as to the future of the United States and hope for the years ahead?

Public Comments

1. So watching the inauguration of Barrack Obama, I've just noticed he's black, you woulda thought they'd have made a bigger deal of that one wouldn't you?
2. yes very encouraged and thought it was a great speech
3. They did make the biggest deal of him being black within the past 3 months, today must have been a day off for it. As for the whole thing, it was a 4 day circus, i mean come on now, 150 million dollars to the whole event, what was the whole point?
4. Straight to the point Got a job to do and he's gonna need everyone to help him do it : ) Good luck Mr President
5. times are going be changing
6. I was moved, as usual by him. :)
7. Yes, I was very encouraged. He gave a wonderful speech and I wish him the best of luck :)
8. The whole event was inspiring ! The crowds were diverse, a mixture of all peoples. We have come together as one. His speech was right on and to the point. He has hit the ground running.. I am looking forward to getting our country back on track. I for one will "stand up , dust myself off, and carry on " ! I believe he is the right man at the right time. BRAVO ! Mr. President
9. All that Raz-ma-taz !!! He is just a Man . A nice person only as far as I know. The Ceremonies are nice but seems rather contrived. At This very moment ,there are hundreds of thousands who are doing what they MUST do . Carers , Nurses & Doctors in surgery,Train Drivers,Bus Drivers,Pilots ,People wandering how to bury their Dead .Thousands in Pain and Sorrow with no body to care.Bewildered infants traumatised and hurt. Our Soldiers fighting abroad . Poverty and Now destitution too. These are the Issues we all have to promote towards a lasting solution. So Pardon me if I do not feel like celebrating. Not just yet anyway.
10. Yes, I am very encouraged by his speech