WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (D-MD) released the following statement today regarding the Inauguration of President George W. Bush:
"The Inauguration of our President is a majestic moment for our entire nation and a demonstration of the power of democracy for all the world. None of us should take it for granted. And I hope all of us pause to consider the debt of gratitude that we owe to our forebears - many of whom sacrificed their lives so that we may enjoy the peaceful transfer of power - as well as the responsibility that we owe to the generations that will follow.
"I am pleased that I was able to invite more than 150 constituents from the 5th Congressional District to attend this historic ceremony to swear in the 43rd President including 40 students from Cornerstone Christian Academy in Bowie, Veterans, and the families of military servicemen and women.
"President Bush's Inaugural Address was a reaffirmation of our nation's steadfast commitment to the cause of freedom and democracy. We are a nation born through revolution, and history and our national character command us to aid the march of human liberty and dignity in every corner of the world.
"This unequivocal description of our national commitment to freedom and liberty by President Bush was inspiring. However, the hard realities and difficult work that confronts us will not be erased simply by a soaring statement of national purpose. The true test of national leadership begins where rhetoric alone fails to suffice.
"At home, President Bush also must demonstrate through action that he is willing to extend the hand of bipartisanship for more than mere tactical advantage. That is a challenge that he failed to meet in his first term, and I am hopeful that he will see the wisdom of embracing it in his second.
"The next four years hold out great promise and opportunity for our nation. I stand ready to work with the President to offer proposals that will benefit our entire country, and I will continue to fight to strengthen and improve our nation, our state and our community."
"The Inauguration of our President is a majestic moment for our entire nation and a demonstration of the power of democracy for all the world. None of us should take it for granted. And I hope all of us pause to consider the debt of gratitude that we owe to our forebears - many of whom sacrificed their lives so that we may enjoy the peaceful transfer of power - as well as the responsibility that we owe to the generations that will follow.
"I am pleased that I was able to invite more than 150 constituents from the 5th Congressional District to attend this historic ceremony to swear in the 43rd President including 40 students from Cornerstone Christian Academy in Bowie, Veterans, and the families of military servicemen and women.
"President Bush's Inaugural Address was a reaffirmation of our nation's steadfast commitment to the cause of freedom and democracy. We are a nation born through revolution, and history and our national character command us to aid the march of human liberty and dignity in every corner of the world.
"This unequivocal description of our national commitment to freedom and liberty by President Bush was inspiring. However, the hard realities and difficult work that confronts us will not be erased simply by a soaring statement of national purpose. The true test of national leadership begins where rhetoric alone fails to suffice.
"At home, President Bush also must demonstrate through action that he is willing to extend the hand of bipartisanship for more than mere tactical advantage. That is a challenge that he failed to meet in his first term, and I am hopeful that he will see the wisdom of embracing it in his second.
"The next four years hold out great promise and opportunity for our nation. I stand ready to work with the President to offer proposals that will benefit our entire country, and I will continue to fight to strengthen and improve our nation, our state and our community."
It also says something next to your name about karma points- how many points do you get if someone gives you good/bad karma? 
What did he ever do to help "expand the base"?
