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John Kasich, with his wife at his side, is sworn in as the new Governor of Ohio Monday, Jan. 10, 2011, in Columbus, Ohio. Jay LaPrete, Associated Press
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John Kasich, left, is congratulated by his wife Karen after being sworn in in as the new Governor of Ohio Monday, Jan. 10, 2011, in Columbus, Ohio. Jay LaPrete, Associated Press
By Associated Press

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Republican Ohio Gov. John Kasich (KAY-sihk) has taken a second oath of office before a crowd of thousands.

Monday's ceremony at the Ohio Theatre in downtown Columbus was marked by band music, religious music and a pledge of allegiance led by his twin daughters' elementary school class.

The 58-year-old Kasich and Lt. Gov. Mary Taylor were sworn in ceremonially at the event.

On hand were dignitaries including U.S. House Speaker John Boehner (BAY'-nur) of Ohio, GOP U.S. Sen. Rob Portman; former Republican Gov. Bob Taft; and zookeeper and TV host Jack Hannah from the Columbus Zoo.

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Kasich was officially sworn in just after midnight on Monday. He met briefly with his staff and cabinet afterward.

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