detroit auto show 2011

Into it's 23rd year as an international event, the North American International Auto Show (2011 Detroit Auto Show) is one of the most impressive, sough after auto shows in the world and is one of the biggest media hotspots in North America. 2011 NAIAS event dates are January 10-11, Press Preview; January 12-13, Industry Preview; January 14, Charity Preview; January 15-23, Public Show.

The NAIAS has the privilege of being the only auto show in the US to earn an annual distinguished sanction of the Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d’Automobiles, the Paris-based alliance of automotive trade associations and manufacturers from around the world. The first auto show was held in Detroit in 1907 at Beller’s Beer Garden at Riverside Park and since then annually except 1943-1952.

So definitely a highlight for fans of this type of event and sure to attract much media attention with many big names attending.

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moment of silence

President Obama oversaw American with a moment of silence on Monday for the victims of the Arizona shooting. Standing in sombre mood with his wife, Michelle, their heads bowed, overlooking the South Lawn of the White House. They stepped outside and upon the solitary toll of a bell made by a Marine guard, silence fell in Washington and across the nation.

Hundreds of Congressional aides gathered on the steps of the East Front of the Capitol to mark the moment. The dead included a member of their own ranks, Gabriel M. Zimmerman, the director of community outreach for Representative Gabrielle Giffords; Mr. Zimmerman had been organizing the sort of constituent event that many staff members have attended themselves without much concern about public safety. Most lawmakers remained in their home states and districts.

So the victims of the Arizona tragedy are paid a fitting salute to by Americans today and all overseen by president Obama.

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