Bands

There were lots of high school kids at the swearing in. There were many bands who played in the inaugural parade. I believe between high school kids and state employees you had almost the whole crowd covered.

The Security

There was really not tons of security at the swearing in ceremony that was obvious. There were uniformed officers and highway patrol everywhere, but there were no checks, no metal detectors and even a "potluck". Missouri really is a little bit country. I did however, spot these guys on the top of the capitol, so I am sure everything was being watched.

Leadership

This is the leadership of the House of the Representatives.

Attorney General

Before the Governor's swearing in, the other statewide office holders were sworn in. I was on the wrong side for getting their faces though. This is attorney general Chris Koster. Below is a better picture of him with his neice who held the bible for his swearing in.

Children and Democracy

I think it is important that children see and be a part of the democratic process. This little girl was waving her flags throughout the swearing ins with her sister. That is until she got poked in the eye.