奧巴馬就職典禮慶祝會 演講英文稿
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在星期二，伴隨著壹個簡單的標誌著長達兩個多世紀以來我們國家民主復興的宣誓
On Tuesday, with a simple oath that's marked the renewal of our nation's democracy for more than two centuries…
我將成為美國第44屆總統
…I will take office as the forty-fourth President of the United States.
然而，就職典禮不止為我壹個人(而舉行),它是為我們所有人(而舉行).
But this Inauguration isn't about me. It's about all of us.
在這個歷史決定性時刻,它給予了我們為了壹個***同的目標而走到壹起的機會...
At this defining moment in our history, it serves as our opportunity to come together in common purpose…
...使我們的決心聯合起來,振興國家的未來，迎接我們當前的挑戰.
…united in our resolve to renew the promise of this nation and meet the challenges of our time.
現在也許妳們已經聽到關於數量空前之多的美國人正計劃前往華盛頓加入我們行列的消息.
Now, you've probably heard the reports that unprecedented numbers of Americans are planning to join us in Washington.
那意味著難以避免地會有很長的隊伍，而且最重要的是，很多人行走在這個或許很寒冷的冬天裏。
That will mean long lines, a tough time getting around, and most of all, a lot of walking on what could be a very cold winter day.
幸運的是,妳不需要為了參與這次典慶而去面對擁擠和騷亂...
Fortunately, you don't have to brave the crowds and commotion in order to participate in this celebration…
因為我們已經使得這次就職典禮完全對我們國家的公眾社區開放.
…because we've made this Inauguration open and accessible to communities across our nation.
只要介入56333來詢問消息更新時間以及由參議參與的方式
Just text the word "open" to 56333 for news, transportation updates, and ways you can participate.
我們將會在這個周日下午在林肯紀念碑前舉行對公眾開放的免費的就職慶典.
We're kicking off inaugural week events on Sunday afternoon with a free celebration at the Lincoln Memorial that's open to the public.
並且歡迎全國各地的人們壹起加入我們.那天晚上家庭影院頻道將會免費直播這個慶典儀式.
And to allow Americans across the country to join us, HBO will broadcast the event for free that evening.
周壹晚上,米歇爾和吉爾.拜登將會主持壹個免費的兒童晚會,來向那些軍人家庭的小孩子們致敬...
Monday night, Michelle and Jill Biden are hosting a free Kids' Inaugural concert to honor the children of military families…
...迪士尼電臺將會在電視以及他們的無線電通信網絡中轉播(這場晚會).
…which the Disney Channel would broadcast live on television and their radio network.
在就職典禮那個晚上,米歇爾和我將會參加史上首次的社區就職舞會...
On the evening of the Inauguration, Michelle and I will attend the first-ever Neighborhood Inaugural Ball…
並且我們希望妳也能到場參與,無論妳的社區是哪裏.
…and we want you to be right there with us - wherever your neighborhood is.
ABC電臺將會轉播舞會,我們也會在互聯網上直播並且在舞會之後更新...
ABC will broadcast it on television, we'll webcast it on the Internet and post updates from the ballroom…
...還有如果妳登陸pic2009.org,妳甚至可以申請註冊壹個在妳家裏舉行的社區舞會。
…and if you visit pic2009.org, you can even sign up to host your own neighborhood ball at home.
然而這些參與方式僅僅是妳的開始。我同時要求妳能有積極的參與表現。
But that's just the beginning when it comes to ways you can get involved. I'm also asking you for your active participation.
下周壹是馬丁.路德.金(紀念)日. 為了紀念這位把畢生奉獻給人民的人...
Next Monday is Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. And to honor the legacy of a man who lived his life as a servant to others…
...我會要求所有美國人都重申他們對他們生活的社區以及國家所作出的貢獻.
…I will ask all Americans to make a renewed commitment to serving their communities and their country.
金先生曾經說過,"每個人都能成為偉人,因為每個人都能做出奉獻". 妳不需要是壹個穿著制服的人.
Dr. King once said, "Everybody can be great because anybody can serve." You don't have to wear a uniform.
妳不需要是壹個團體組織者.妳甚至不需要去競選總統.
You don't have to be a community organizer. You don't even have to run for President.
當在別人最需要的時候,我們會因為通過各種途徑為這個國家的人們做出貢獻而受到祝福.
At a time when there is so much need, we are blessed with endless ways to contribute something to the life of this nation.
周壹，我們家和拜登家?在華盛頓的壹些社區做些誌願工作。
On Monday, my family and the Biden family will spend time volunteering in neighborhoods around Washington.
我懇請妳加入我們,以同樣的向他人奉獻的精神--無論妳住在哪裏.
I am asking you to join us in that same spirit of service to others - no matter where you live.
我們已經公開壹種新的方法,使得(為他人服務)變得簡單可行.
And we've unveiled a new tool to make it easy.
妳只需要登陸USAservice.org來尋找妳所在的社區團體的服務項目,妳甚至可以組織屬於自己的服務圈來為妳關心的群體項目提供幫助.
Just visit USAservice.org to find service projects in your community, or even organize your own around the causes you care about.
在下個周五及其以後登陸後妳將發現無數美國人的新鮮事已經呈現在網上
Log on and you'll see that thousands of events involving millions of Americans have already been set up across the country next Monday and beyond.
因為不只是想讓妳們參加壹次的服務
Because I'm not just asking you to take part in one day of service.
我想讓妳們組織壹個持久的組織與妳的美國朋友生活
I am asking you to make a lasting commitment to make better the lives of your fellow Americans…
壹個可以持續不止壹天或是壹個總統的任期
…a commitment that must endure beyond one day, or even one presidency.
在這個充滿挑戰和機遇的時刻，我邀請妳來發揮妳的作用...
At this moment of great challenge and great change, I am asking you to play your part…
...卷起妳們的袖子參與到改造國家的工作中來。
…to roll up your sleeves and join in the work of remaking this nation.
如果妳這樣做的話，我堅信壹個嶄新美好的壹天正向我們走來。謝謝
And if you do, then I truly believe a new and better day is within our reach. Thank you.