https://pjmedia.com/ronradosh/2013/01/21/what-was-the-meaning-of-president-obamas-second-inaugural-address/feed/PJ Media is a leading news site covering culture, politics, faith, homeland security, and more. Our reporters and columnists provide original, in-depth analysis from a variety of perspectives.en-usWed, 10 Jun 2026 10:45:41 -0400<![CDATA[No sooner did President Barack Obama finish his second inaugural address than the liberal pundits proclaimed it to be a speech of unity on behalf of all Americans. Yes, it is a platitude, but all of us do pause to reaffirm the greatness of our republic, and to celebrate the election of a chief executive with whom many of us may disagree but who nevertheless represents our country as a whole and is entrusted by us to make the tough decisions that all our countrymen will have to live with. The speech, however, left much to be desired, and my first take is that it will not be one that many will remember in future years.]]>Mon, 21 Jan 2013 11:37:16 -0500<![CDATA[Ron Radosh]]>https://pjmedia.com/ron-radosh/2013/01/21/what-was-the-meaning-of-president-obamas-second-inaugural-address-n184271