Missouri Senator Roy Blunt spoke at Wednesday s inaugural ceremonies. His remarks highlighted the resilience of the American people and called for unity.
A police officer hero, Bernie Sanders' mittens, history-making Kamala Harris, and the dramatic change in tone in Washington all contributed to the momentous event.
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Several local leaders attended the 59th Presidential Inauguration Wednesday and afterward shared their reactions online.
Rep. Emanuel Cleaver, D-Mo., offered his congratulations to President Biden and Vice President Harris.
So did Rep. Cori Bush, D-Mo., and Missouri Senate Majority Leader Caleb Rowden.
Rep. Sharice Davids, D-Kan., said she’s looking forward to working with the new administration and echoed President Biden’s message of unity.
Missouri Republican Sen. Roy Blunt, chair of the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies, also focused on unity when he spoke at the event.
“This is not a moment of division. It’s a moment of unification,” Blunt said. “A determined democracy will continue to be essential in pursuit of a more perfect union and a better future for all Americans.”
CONCORD — New Hampshire’s congressional delegation and Gov. Chris Sununu applauded the inauguration of a new president and vice president Wednesday and echoed hopes for unity going forward in the