Those celebrating Barack Obama’s inauguration may find it difficult to get a cab as most taxi drivers, citing standstill congestion, closed main streets and impatient passengers, are opting to stay home.

Nearly all cab drivers who do intend to brave the crowds are planning to take advantage of the evening partygoers in farther-out neighborhoods.

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