[1] The ailing Chief Justice William Rehnquist administered the presidential oath of office for the last time before his death on September 3 that year.

[4] Weather conditions for 12 noon at Washington National Airport, located 3.1 miles from the ceremony, were: 35 °F (2 °C), wind 14 mph, and cloudy.

So it is the policy of the United States to seek and support the growth of democratic movements and institutions in every nation and culture, with the ultimate goal of ending tyranny in our world.

And later:Today, America speaks anew to the peoples of the world: All who live in tyranny and hopelessness can know: the United States will not ignore your oppression, or excuse your oppressors.

The inaugural parade route as well as other related sites were guarded by 13,000 police and soldiers, in addition to aerial patrols by helicopter and fighter aircraft and rooftop sharpshooters.

[6] The Handshake Man was also intercepted for the first time and was arrested on an outstanding warrant related to his prior presidential photo stunts.