Yesterday, the Capitol looked like Fort Nox (a military base, where almost all American gold is stored) rather than the sanctuary of American democracy.

Thousands of policemen surrounded him and the Mall appeared deserted.

The assaults on the Capitol itself on the 6th made some wonder: "Is Washington burning?"

Luckily Lady Gaga and Jennifer Lopez have done what they could to dispel the funeral atmosphere.

Despite the solemnity of the moment, this inauguration bears little resemblance to

the mother of all

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