Ralph Northam (D) promised to make politics less toxic and more productive in his speech after taking the oath of office. Ralph Northam (D) promised to make politics less toxic and more productive in his speech after taking the oath of office. Caption Democrat Ralph Northam was sworn in at noon Saturday on the portico of the Virginia State Capitol. Jan. 12, 2018 Virginia National Guard members walk the grounds at the Virginia State Capitol in Richmond amid final preparations for Inauguration Day. Ralph Northam waves to the crowd after taking the oath of office during inauguration ceremonies at the Capitol in Richmond on Jan. 13, 2018.

Source: Washington Post January 13, 2018 17:55 UTC