The new Argentine leader has promised a new era of change and reconciliation. Addressing tens of thousands of cheering supporters outside the La Casa Rosa presidential palace in Buenos Aires, Ms Fernandez defended her record.
"We believe in what we have achieved so we need to have a positive attitude to ensure that these things will not be destroyed," she said. "When you feel that those who you trusted and voted for have betrayed you, take up your flags," she added.
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