transition – n. a change from one group or state or condition to another
assets – n. investments or other items worth money
swamp – n. a wet and muddy place outside
pond – n. a body of water
daunting – adj. difficult
task – n. a job for someone to do
inauguration – n. the ceremony when the new president is sworn into office
pardon – v. to be forgiven, so one will not face punishment
lobby – v. to try to influence government officials to make decisions for or against something