Presidential Inauguration 2005

Bush Pledges to Spread Freedom
President Bush Thursday laid out one of the most expansive manifestos ever offered from an inaugural podium as he dedicated his presidency to spreading democracy and freedom "with the ultimate goal of ending tyranny in our world."
- Peter Baker & Michael A. Fletcher

More From The Post

• More Coverage From The Post

Feature photo related to Washington Post and washingtonpost.com coverage of the 2005 presidential inaguration of George W. Bush
More Photos tab
President Bush and first lady Laura Bush greet supporters at the Constitution Ball, one of nine official inaugural galas. (Getty Images)
• Slide Show: Inaugural Balls
• Guests of Honor, Dashing and Dancing
Panoramic Photos
Anti-Bush Protesters and Pro-Bush Demonstrators.
Bush Delivers Inaugural Address
Speech delivered in front of thousands.
• Protesters on the Parade Route
• Dancing at the Freedom Ball 		Multimedia
Robert G. Kaiser. Ballou Makes It Big
The Ballou Knights Marching Band, from Ballou Senior High School in Southeast Washington, preps for the 55th inaugural parade.

Parties & Events

Photo related to stories, photo galleries and multimedia about the 2005 presidential inaugural balls and parties, following the inauguration and swearing-in of George W. Bush. Photo Gallery
Having a ball: After a day of ceremony, the first family celebrates.
• Dashing and Dancing
• Late Night Parties
• Counterinaugural Parties
• Panoramic View: Freedom Ball
• Black Tie and Boots
• Presidential Exhibits

Politics

Photo related to political news analysis regarding the 2005 presidential inauguration and the administration of George W Bush. For the Record
Bush's words on liberty don't mesh with policies as U.S. maintains close ties with repressive nations.
- Glenn Kessler and Robin Wright
• Instant Analysis: The Post's Kaiser
• Broder: Big Goals, Unshakable Faith
• Hill Serves Up Bipartisanship
• A Stoical Kerry on Bush's Day

more stories »

Inaugural History

Photo related to the history of presidential inaugurations, including inaugural tradition, the inaugural address and music. Words for the Ages
A review of the best and worst inaugural addresses.
- David Von Drehle
• Best and Worst List
• Photo Gallery: Past Inaugurations
• Inaugural Sites and Weather
• Test Your Inaugural Knowledge

more stories »

The Swearing-In

Photo related to the swearing-in ceremony of George W. Bush at the 2005 presidential inauguration and his subsequent inaugural address. Inaugural Address
Transcript: President Bush stressed "expansion of freedom."
• Video: Bush Sworn In
• Video: Cheney Sworn In
• Ailing Rehnquist Administers Oath
• Inauguration Program

more stories »

The Inaugural Parade

A Fevered Pitch
Enthused supporters, vocal protesters alike jockey to get near president's motorcade.
- Maureen Fan
• Ballou Puts Spring Back in Step
• Crowd Control Dominates Busy Day
• Metro Moves Crowds, Drivers Stay Home
• A Supporting Cast of Thousands

more stories »

Getting Around Town

Photo related to the 2005 presidential inauguration, spotlighting resources and important local information for inaugural visitors to Washington, D.C., inaugural attendees and residents of the Washington, D.C. metro area. • Metro Moves the Crowds As Most Drivers Stay Away
• Away From Capitol, It's Just Another Day
• A Grand Day, Woven From Little Moments
• Navigating the City
• Visitors Guide
• Entertainment Guide

Inauguration Blog

Featured presidential inauguration 2005 photo, video, audio or other multimedia
Inauguration Day 2005
Sights, sounds and vignettes from inaugural events from daybreak to midnight. (AP Photo) More dispatches »

Latest Update - 11:58 p.m. ET

Live Discussions

• Friday, Noon: Post Columnist Richard Leiby on Inaugural Parties
• Friday, Noon: ANSWER Coalition's Brian Becker on Protests

Multimedia

Featured presidential inauguration 2005 photo, video, audio or other multimedia
• Inauguration Day
Photos from the ceremony and events of the day.

• Bush's Address
Watch President Bush's entire Inaugural Address.

• Ballou Band Marches
Ballou Sr. High School in Southeast Washington marches in the 55th inaugural parade.

Featured presidential inauguration 2005 photo, video, audio or other multimedia
• Inaugural Eve
The nation's 55th inaugural celebration continued Wednesday with a fireworks display on the Ellipse, private candlelight dinners and the Black Tie and Boots Ball.

• Familiar Face-Off
Anti-Bush protesters and counter-demonstrators vie for attention during the inauguration.

Post Your Comments

• Inauguration Shutdown Of Downtown
• Protest Planned for Inauguration
• Big-Money Backs Inauguration


© 2005 The Washington Post Company