Jay Nixon inaugurated as Governor

12 Monday Jan 2009

Posted by Michael Bersin in Uncategorized

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Jay Nixon has taken the oath of office as Governor of Missouri.

The governor’s web site has changed:

Now the real work begins.

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--Blue Girl said:

January 12, 2009 at 7:56 pm

Bye Bye Mattie!
Bye Bye Mattie!
Bye Bye Mattie!
We’re glad to see you go!
(Sing that to the tune of “Good Night Ladies”)

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Michael Bersin said:

January 12, 2009 at 8:37 pm

…[applause] And I thank each and every one of you for coming out on this warm spring day. [audience laughter] Well, here we are. Together. In the heart of winter. Here from different corners of the state, from different walks of life. But today we stand united, as much as any time in history. United as Americans, united as Missourians, united by the common uncertainty of our future, not knowing what tomorrow will bring. Worried that this economic downturn will mean that our children may not have every opportunity that we’ve had.
The challenges we face are historic. But so are the opportunities. Ladies and gentlemen today marks a new day for the State of Missouri. [applause] Today we make a fresh start. It’s a day on which we separate the shortcomings of yesterday from the hope of tomorrow. Today we stop thinking about what should have been and we start creating the future we all deserve. Today we turn the page. Together we mark a new day for Missouri.
Here in the Show Me State we have honorable hard working people. Skilled and talented workers and craftsmen. But too many Missourians can’t make ends meet in the job they’re in, can’t find the job they want, or fear they may lose they job they have. Too many Missourians are working harder and harder, but they are not getting ahead. The current economic down turn has certainly made these problems much much worse. And immediate action is needed. But in tackling the problems of today we must not lose sight of the longer term challenge. To boldly move Missouri’s economy into the twenty-first century.
The world around us is changing. And it’s happening very quickly. The new economy is upon us. The people of this great state have never waited for the future. We’ve always sought it out. We are a state born from pioneers and innovators. In the nineteenth century Daniel Boone and Lewis and Clark helped pave the way for a new state to take its place in the still imperfect union. Their Missouri stories are now legend. And at the start of the twentieth century George Washington Carver, a young man, born into slavery, forever changed the agriculture industry for the entire world. [applause]
We have a history of overcoming adversity with innovation. And just as our forbears inspired a nation by settling a new land west of the Mississippi in the first days of the nineteenth century, so today Missourians must lead our nation by seizing the new opportunities of the twenty-first century. Here is Missouri we will not only compete, we will lead. [applause]
This new economy requires a new day for Missouri. We’ll turn this economy around by making Missouri a magnet for next generation jobs. We’ll invest in new technology. We’ll inspire cutting edge innovation. And we’ll embrace science, not fear it. And not only will we lead with our ideas we’ll also lead with our greatest asset, our people. [applause]
We must prepare our world class workers with twenty-first century skills. And connect them with the jobs of tomorrow that we will create. The jobs that will lead our nation to energy independence. The jobs that will build fuel efficient automobiles and energy efficient homes. The jobs that will develope the life-saving cures of tomorrow. The jobs that will change the way we do business, cge the way we travel, and change the way we channel information. All right here in Missouri. [applause]
To bring about a new day in Missouri we’ll need to implement new policies. But this new day will not be possible unless there’s a new tone right here in Jefferson City. Because for too many years politics and partisanship have stood in the way of progress. And the people of Missouri? They’re tired of it. The family in Hannibal that’s struggling to pay for health care has no appetite for partisan bickering here in Jefferson City. The new father in Rolla who had his job outsourced doesn’t care if an economic stimulus plan was written by a Democrat or a Republican. he just…[applause] He just wants to make ends meet for his young family. And the small business woman struggling to keep the doors open on Main Street doesn’t have a lobbyist walking in the halls of the capitol. the only way we’ll meet the needs of Missouri’s families is by working together. Putting our shared principles ahead of our political differences. [applause]
Now, new leadership in Jefferson City and Washington isn’t enough. The answers to our problems won’t all come from government. We need new leaders to step up in communities across our state. And I’m not just talking about elected officials. Tough times call for a renewed sense of purpose. A new day for public service and volunteerism. We need all Missourians to step up and do more to make our communities stronger. We need more parents to get active in our local schools. We need role models to mentor our children and coach our youth sports teams. We must get involved in our places of worship. Get involved in our local civic groups. Volunteer our time at senior homes. Community service is not a chore or burden, it’s a responsibility and an honor. [applause] We will only turn this state around if we all do our part.
I grew up in DeSoto, Missouri. Yeah. [applause] A small town in Jefferson County. I go back frequently and visit with old friends. When I do I’m reminded of why our state is just so strong. It’s because here in Missouri we go to work early and we stay late. We love our families and our faith. And we have a strong tradition of neighbor helping neighbor. And when times are tough we meet the challenges and we always come back stronger. [applause]
I know a lot of folks around this state could use a fresh start, a new beginning. I also know that the best days for our families and this great State of Missouri are yet to come. The next generation will be able to seize opportunities that we cannot even imagine today. We will protect our special way of life here in Missouri while at the same time moving boldly to embrace the future. Together we can see that future. [applause]
Today is a new day for Missouri. It’s a new day for every child in our state with big dreams. It’s a new day for the samll business owner who knows that with a little help her hard work will pay off and brighter days are ahead. It’s anew day for the family that recently sat around the kitchen table to decide if they should take out a second mortgage so that they can send their second child to college. And it’s a new day for the men and women who work day in and day out to build the best products in America. The auto worker, the construction worker, the lab technician, and the engineer.
As your governor I will work every day to help make this brighter future a reality for all Missouri families. [applause]
I am honored and humbled by the opportunity to lead our state during this critical time. As our family moves into the governor’s mansion we do so knowing that it’s your house, not ours. And we hope you’ll visit us often.
And together we will make a new day for Missouri. Thank you and God bless. [applause]

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Michael Bersin said:

January 12, 2009 at 9:41 pm

…have changed a bit.
Attorney General…

…and State Treasurer.

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