Today was the big day the nation has been waiting for for months, and for some years. We got up at 3:50 with hopes to board the metro at 4. When we arrived at the National Mall, I thought the pedestrian traffic was not terribly overpowering. We got a great spot, fairly close to the [...]
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An Invaluable Experience.
Posted in Brent Stewart on January 20, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Today- A Paradox of Events…
Posted in Brent Stewart on January 19, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Today I set out to revisit both the Smithsonian’s American History Museum and the FDR memorial. I thought I would visit the museum first. After fighting (passively) my way through the crowd, I looked at the line of entrance to the museum. It was extremely long. I decided to go directly to the FDR memorial. [...]
People, people, people…
Posted in Brent Stewart on January 18, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Today I woke up with an agenda that was quickly altered. I thought I would take some items out to my car parked at a distant Metro station. I found out that the Metro police were not honoring reserved parking for the inauguration. This being the case, I ventured out on a little trip in moving [...]
Today I was among the masses.
Posted in Brent Stewart on January 18, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Today we visited the Newseum and then did our own thing. What I really liked about the Newseum was not only the old historical importance the media has certainly played in shaping American history, but the many artifacts were very cool. When I saw the KDKA microphone on display, I became very happy. For personal [...]
I am part of the Smithsonian!
Posted in Brent Stewart on January 16, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
My first trip down to DC was many years ago. When visiting, my friend gave me a tour of the Smithsonian’s American History Museum. I absolutely loved it. It was like nothing I had ever seen before, as I was quite young. I have wanted to come back for years. Although I frequently come to [...]
Thursday’s Grand Events
Posted in Brent Stewart on January 16, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Thursday was a day full of many different activities. I was very happy to hear Michael Genovese. He gave his insight on the American Presidency and what it has become. As I originally suspected, Genovese’s interpretation of the current situation on the executive branch is very similar to that of Jack Nichols and Bruce Fein’s. Genovese [...]
Dana Perino shows her blind ignorance once again.
Posted in Brent Stewart on January 14, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Today White House Press Secretary Dana Perino appeared live on a segment of C-SPAN. Perino was asked many different questions that ranged from well-thought-out to rather lame. To no surprise, she continued to blindly support President Bush’s policies. When asked a question about 911, she accused the person asking the legitimate question as being not [...]
An Honorable Evening.
Posted in Brent Stewart on January 14, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
We enjoyed another day full of politics. I was quite frustrated having to wait in the lobby, while people were constantly pushing each other and me standing there with my heavy blanket on. After I was able to get comfortable in my chair, things went very well. I often watch CSPAN, so watching an episode [...]
Seminar incresingly interesting.
Posted in Brent Stewart on January 13, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Today we were able to hear several people speaking of very different aspects of the American presidency. Although I was looking foreward to hearing Michael Genovesse’s interpretation of the imperial presidency, I gained some satisfaction with the fifteen minutes of hearing him speak. He touched on certain issues that are increadable important, but often overlooked by [...]
Just Getting Started
Posted in Brent Stewart on January 11, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Today, we attended the first session of several, beginning many more fun inaugural meetings. We were honored to hear Steve Bell, Dana Bash, and Michael Genovese. I really enjoyed listening to all three speakers, as they offered both a historical and a comical insight. Unlike many of my colleagues, I was impressed with the quality [...]
