Elephants and Asses

The January 3, 2009 address to the people from President-elect Barack Obama.

It was not the “new” House in session.  Instead, it was an informal hearing held the day before the Representatives of the 111th Congress are to be sworn in.  However, it was not without its moments.
For a quick take, read BernieHund
To view the entire hearing:

Roland Burris, the Junior Senator from Illinois, as appointed by Governor Rod Blagojevich is denied his seat in the Senate.

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