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The Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies has launched a Web site to provide up-to-date information about the 2009 Presidential Inauguration and related ceremonies along with historical information and photos of inaugurals past.
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November 2, 1920

Warren G. Harding, an Ohio Republican, became the first incumbent senator to be elected president of the United States.

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During the month of November, the United States celebrates National American Indian Heritage Month. Learn More.
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Thursday, Nov 06, 2008

11:00 a.m.: Convene for a pro forma session.


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Monday, Nov 03, 2008

The Senate convened at 10:00 a.m. for a pro forma session. No record votes were taken.


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We the People: Celebrating the Constitution

Written in 1787, ratified in 1788, and in operation since 1789, the United States Constitution remains a vital and living document. Having been strengthened by amendments, the Constitution serves as both guide and protector of U.S. citizens and their elected officials. To encourage all Americans to learn more about the Constitution, Congress in 2004 established Constitution Day, to be celebrated each year on or near September 17th, the date in 1787 when delegates to the Convention signed the Constitution.  

The United States Senate is proud to commemorate this day with several articles on this Web site, including a feature on a painting depicting Roger Sherman and Oliver Ellsworth composing the Connecticut Compromise. This agreement settled the issue of representation in the two houses of Congress, giving each state equal representation in the Senate.

For more information on the Constitution and its place as the framework for the U.S. government please visit the Senate's Art and History and Reference Web pages.


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