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Inauguration officials are encouraging people to participate on the one hand while warning potential participants that the crush could be overwhelming. full story

President-elect's train trip poses miles of security issues
Obama wants to invoke God during inauguration oath
Another first -- woman to give inaugural sermon
Bailed out execs among inauguration donors
Dress rehearsal for the inaugural parade
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Historical perspective

When Barack Obama addresses millions during his inauguration, he will continue a tradition that started with George Washington's speech 220 years ago. Interactive

Commentary: History's lessons for a good speech
Quiz: Guess which first lady wore what to the ball

Inside the inauguration

While Obama will use the same Bible that Lincoln used for his oath, the verse on the open page is still under speculation. full story

Commentary: For Obama's poet, poetry 'is the human voice'
Was Rick Warren the right choice?
Big inauguration comes with a big price tag
Inauguration tickets creating frenzy
Sending phone pics may not be as easy as you think
Fife and drum extravaganza set

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