Politics
West Virginia inauguration
Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin's second inauguration was a feat of pageantry at the West Virginia Capitol. Reaction, photos and analysis:
- This is the way it looked before the event began. Lots of effort went into making West Virginia's Capitol shine. But one thing planners could not control was the chill in the air and the gray sky.
Not a very large crowd at the #wvinaug. It's not too cold out here http://pic.twitter.com/S16heYuZ- Why yes, it was. So cold that there were specially-made blankets.
Almost time for the inauguration ceremony. A chill is in the air but the crowd is enjoying these fleece blankets. http://pic.twitter.com/G3RGeCuX- The Capitol grounds soon filled -- aided by the large crowd of dignitaries.
Here's another view not that the steps have filled up. #WVinaug http://pic.twitter.com/vWaLJMqk- Personal fashion was a big part of the public event.
- The event was a showcase of West Virginia political figures, and most received a warm welcome -- particularly Sen. Jay Rockefeller, who recently announced he would not run for re-election in 2014.
- There were not only prominent political figures -- but regular people helping to make the event special.
Appalachian Children's Chorus sings "Home Among the Hills" at Governor Tomblin's inauguration. #wsaz http://pic.twitter.com/jvOYtpjf
