Charles Krauthammer - The Obama Inaugural: Hail Washington -- Not Lincoln

Washington Post by Charles Krauthammer | Jan. 22, 2009 (Editorial)

But now that Obama was president, the redeemer was withholding, the tone newly sober, even dour. The world was still in Bushian ruin, marked by "fear . . . conflict . . . discord . . . petty grievances and false promises . . . recriminations and worn-out dogmas." But no more the prospect of magical restoration. In a stunning exercise in lowered expectations, Obama offered not quite blood, sweat and tears, but responsibility, work, sacrifice and service. Full Story »

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Topics: Presidential Election 2008
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Posted by: Posted by Peter L. Combs - Jan 24, 2009 - 7:43 PM PST
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 by Peter L. Combs - Jan. 24, 2009

Precisely written, well formed opinion piece by one of the best political writers in the country. A carefully crafted viewpoint with a valid and supportable basis. Offers a concise reshaped post election glimpse into the future.

A very worthwhile read, regardless of where you stand politically. Nice job of revealing the post Election politician juxtaposed with the campaign figure.

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