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111th Congress Being Sworn-In media type="youtube" key="tcFPEALDZCY?fs=1" height="344" width="425" This video depicts the swearing of Speaker Nancy Pelosi and then the rest of the 111th Congress being sworn in. While this is not a particularly enlightening video it was never established that the provided clip should be of such nature. This video is incorporated into this “wiki” because it marks a significant moment in the life of the 111th Congress, namely its beginning. Additionally the swearing of Speaker Pelosi is also a significant moment in congressional history as she is the first women to climb to the rank of Speaker of the House, a position which is just two heartbeats away from the presidency. While the recent election may cause many to eulogize her time as Speaker, it is worth noting that Speaker Pelosi was an important and effective player in the 111th Congress. Without her much off the landmark legislation passed during the life span of the 111th Congress may not have moved through the House of Representatives.