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Transition of power

Barack Obama takes the oath of office for president on Jan. 20, 2009. The weeks leading up to that date provide some insight into how he will govern.

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Transition of power

Passing the presidency along


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The peaceful transition between presidents is a marvel of American democracy. President Bush has promised to make the transition from his administration to that of President-elect Barack Obama as smooth as possible.

That hasn't always been the case, particularly in recent years.

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  • Howard Paster: Served as President Bill Clinton's director of legislative affairs and worked on confirmations.
  • Paul McNulty: Worked on the George W. Bush transition team in 2000, and was serving in the U.S. Department of Justice as an appointee when the Clinton administration moved in.

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