"Yeah, I learned the hard way that Condi's are THIS big!"
Posted on 01/20/2005 4:09:28 PM PST by Aussie Dasher
US Democratic Senator John Kerry of Massachusetts, who had hoped to replace George W. Bush as president yesterday, instead sat in the cold and clapped as the Republican began a second four-year term.
Iowa Democratic Senator Tom Harkin patted Senator Kerry on the back shortly before the inauguration Senator Kerry had hoped would be his.
As Mr Bush delivered his inaugural address, Senator Kerry, about 10m away on the steps of the US Capitol, joined other lawmakers and the crowd in repeated applause.
Senator Kerry looked relaxed, at times wistful. He frequently smiled, able to hide any disappointment over what might have been.
Mr Bush was re-elected, capturing 51 per cent of the vote last November, while fellow Republicans expanded their majorities in both chambers of the US Congress.
In a statement released by his office, Senator Kerry, who has not ruled out another run for the White House, hailed American democracy and expressed hope he would be find common ground with the President he bitterly campaigned against.
"When we look around the world and see the increasing violence as Iraq's election draws near or see the fragility of democracy in Ukraine's elections, we are reminded what a powerful example our political system sets for the world," Senator Kerry said.
"We have strong differences," Senator Kerry said, yet "our system endures because we Americans expect nothing less."
"There has been a lot of talk over the last four years about uniting Americans.
"I hope now there will be a real effort to make true bipartisanship a priority.
"I'll be ready to reach across the aisle anytime we can work in good faith to make our country stronger."
Senator Kerry spent much of Mr Bush's big day out of the limelight.
Yet when he first stepped out of the US Capitol to attend the inauguration ceremony, his smiling face was shown to the crowd on a big outdoor television screen.
A smattering of cheers from the predominantly Republican gathering was quickly drowned out by loud groans and a few jeers. One man shouted, "Loser."
He was, but Teddy Kennedy sat on him...hasn't been heard from since...
"Yeah, I learned the hard way that Condi's are THIS big!"
No, I didn't! You know, I didn't have the intestinal fortitude to watch windbags try to rake Condi over the coals. Then they delay her confirmation so more gas-bags can bloviate first. Sheesh.
None of the reports that I heard mentioned him.
"The article says he was able to hide his disappointment. Huh? It's pretty clear by his wistful expression that he's eating his heart out."
LOL...I didn't think he was hiding it too well either. Since he was the only one siding with Boxer in opposing Condi, it's clear there are hard feeling. Boo-hoo sKerry.
Yes, Obama was there.
No photos on Yahoo, though there may be some screen captures on the live thread.
I think I saw Teraaaaza for just an instant. She came out of the same entrance all the others did, but went to the right of the TV screen and out of view. She had on a large furry hat and fur coat of some kind. I'm pretty sure it was her. It seemed like the cameraman was trying to get a shot of her but she quickly was out of view. Obama was there too. He was shaking alot of hands and making sure that he made contact with everyone. I predict he will be Hillary's running mate.
Nope, no bias.
My prediction from 6 months ago still holds that T-Rex is going to dump him. There is no love between those two.
"I am John Kerry and I am reporting for duty!
I brought a mop and pail with me. Will someone please show me where the toilets are?"
HAHAHAHHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH. It does indeed feel good.
I have to admit, when the announced, "The 43rd president of the US, GW Bush", I got chills. I thought, thank God they are not announcing "JF Kerry". That would have been a nightmare.
I think it's Rummy.
Members of the Senate, including former Democratic Presidential candidate, Sen.John Kerry (news - web sites), D-Mass., look on as President Bush (news - web sites) delivers his inaugural address on Capitol Hill, Thursday, Jan. 20, 2005. From left are, Kerry, Sen. Max Baucus (news, bio, voting record), D-Mont., Sen. Tom Harkin (news, bio, voting record), D-Iowa, Sen. Olympia Snowe (news, bio, voting record), R-Maine, and Sen. Richard Lugar (news, bio, voting record), R-Ind. (AP Photo/Stephan Savoia)
I thought I was out of earshot... Guess I was louder than I thought.
What is it with him and that stupid salute? Could he at least do it right!
Great picture.
Boo-hoo, poor Kerry, look at that long face.
Now he knows what Taxpayers feel like
With a straight face she said she'd love to meet with him to discuss his plan.
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