Glitter&Gumbo would to say congratulations once more to the 46th President of the United States Joseph R. Biden, Jr. and Vice President Kamala Harris.
If you witnessed the 59th Presidential Inauguration held on today, January 20, 2021, this historic event showcased numerous moments that had our hearts and minds fluttering with glee and pride.
Forever First Lady Michelle Obama
Former First Lady Michelle Obama looked gorgeous in a Sergio Hudson suit made for her body and skin tone. The illustrious curls that flowed ever so gently against her back and shoulders gave life to a gorgeous face hidden behind a mask. With President Barack Obama by her side, Michelle set it off and let everyone know that First Ladies still got it going on. Thank you for reminding the world that Black Women are all that and then some.
American Poet Amanda Gorman’s Capturing Words
22-year-old American Poet Amanda Gorman was handpicked and requested by Jill Biden to be the 59th Inaugural poetry speaker. As the youngest poet in history to ever recite at the ceremony, Amanda did not disappoint with her phenomenal poetry that encapsulated the world we live in now and hope for the future to come.
First Woman/Black/South Asian Vice President, Kamala Harris
Madam Vice President Kamala Harris brought tears of joy to our eyes as we witnessed the historical moment of receiving the first woman Vice President in America. The sisters of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated also celebrated seeing one of our sisters show the world that all things are possible.
President Joe Biden Signs 17 Executive Orders
The 46th President of the United States got right to work, and after being sworn into office, Joe Biden signed 17 Executive Orders to keep Americans and the country running with a fresh new start. With action items relating to the control of the pandemic, economic relief, climate change, and racial equality, we finally have a President back in office who desires to put America’s people first.
Eugene Goodman’s Heroic Acknowledgement
On January 6, 2021, Capitol Officer Eugene Goodman stood firm on his oath to protect those he served by steering domestic terrorists away from the Senate floor. Video footage taken by journalist Igor Bobic shows how Eugene confronted an angry mob that unlawfully entered Congress intending to harm and seek revenge on democracy. As Eugene used his skills to guide the mob upstairs to meet other officers, a diversion allowed lives to be saved. As an acknowledgement for his fantastic work, Vice President Kamala Harris requested newly promoted House Deputy Sergeant of Arms, Eugene Goodman to escort her at today’s inaugural ceremony.
