Question

Reread the following sentence in President Kennedy's opening paragraph.

Vice President Johnson, Mr. Speaker, Mr. Chief Justice, President Eisenhower, Vice President Nixon, President Truman, reverend clergy, fellow citizens, we observe today not a victory of party, but a celebration of freedom—symbolizing an end, as well as a beginning—signifying renewal, as well as change.

Which does President Kennedy mean by this sentence?


A. He means that his inauguration is not a reason to celebrate with a party-like atmosphere but to feel fortunate we have freedoms.
B. He means that his inaug