Magnificat Student in Washington for Inauguration 2013
One of the most exciting moments of 2013 so far was President Obama’s second inauguration on January 21, 2013. Though many predicted that this year’s inauguration would not live up to the historic day that occurred four years ago, President Obama’s passionate address which dealt with current topics will certainly be remembered for years to come.
Hearing the President speak about modern issues was a highlight of the address. President Obama discussed popular and somewhat controversial topics from health care to gay rights to sustainable energy. The President addressed the concerns and issues that are debated amongst twenty-first century citizens and talked about real issues our country is dealing with right now. He emphasized the importance of working together and uniting as Americans to carry on the work of those men and women who molded the nation into what it is today. President Obama challenged each citizen to embrace the duty to “carry into an uncertain future that precious light of freedom.”
Like many presidents before him, President Obama cited the founding fathers’ wisdom and referenced our unique history. He used these allusions to proclaim his message that throughout America’s history, the goal has been the same: all men and women are created equal. I applaud the President for taking this ideal to heart and applying it to the issues he will face in his next four years in office. President Obama’s future looks promising as he continues the work he started in his last term and works to further improve the life of American citizens for generations to come.
Emily Pelles is a student from Magnificat High School in Rocky River.
Emily Pelles
Emily Pelles is a student from Magnificat High School in Rocky River.