The MAGAts will MOSTLY never admit they were wrong nor got anything. They only want to be able to discriminate and harass people like it’s 50 years ago and get protection from consequences.
Previous Presidents who did not place their hand on a bible when sworn into office:
John Quincy Adams, Theodore Roosevelt, Calvin Coolidge, Lyndon Johnson.
The U.S. Constitution does not stipulate that a president-to-be place his or her hand on a Bible when taking the Oath, because each president who recites this oath or affirmation is “bound” by the words themselves.
Article II of the requires the president to swear an oath of office before taking on the role of president. The Constitution does not specify how this oath should be administered.
The only requirement for the oath comes from the Constitution which says the oath must take place at noon on Jan. 20th at the start of a term. Neither the Constitution or any of its amendments require any particular ceremonies or events to take place before a president can take office.
Excellent post, Dean — logically, morally and in a poetically just sense. Trump believes some brown people in America are illegal, which is a blatant category mistake. More compelling to argue, at least rhetorically, that Trump is a morally ‘illegitimate’ human person as well as president.
Just for the record, that orange traitor will NEVER be my president. If I ever have the misfortune to be in a room with him (perish the thought!), I will be happy to spit on the ground and walk away before I would ever shake his hand. I don't consort with criminals and insurrectionists.
Eek eek, he’s illegit! And will probably remain so until he dies. Congress will do nothing, the courts will be a first stop, SCOTUS is the real question here. Alito & Thomas are sclerotic; Roberts & Gorsuch yearn for true power; Kavanugh will blow inconstant—we will have to rely, as usual, on women.
How/why, given all the disqualifying facts in your post, did governmental leaders ALLOW Trump to be sworn in?
Our Constitution is the ultimate authority and it barred Trump! But he was sworn in anyhow?!? What am I missing here, it is so straightforward!
Yes, Trump received more votes, but that DOES NOT overwhelm the crystal clear wording of Article 14 Sec 3. What am I not understanding? Honestly, all of us need to know.
He has no real power, and as far as SCOTUS or other judgeships are concerned, they will not legally be able to serve. The Constitution is clear in the 14th Amendment, Section 3. He incited insurrection according to the Colorado Supreme Court, and SCOTUS did not overturn their ruling. He is therefore unable to serve in any capacity as an elected official in the state’s or federal governments.
In the coming months and years, I am confident that there are lawyers who will stand for democracy and take this fight to the courts. Citizens for Ethics in Washington is just one of many, also we can depend on Marc Elias. We are not without resources, and the future depends on We the People standing strong and courageously to preserve the Constitution and the rights of ALL people.
Not only illegitimate, but one who will never willingly leave. The 'Pig of Treason Unpatriotic Sociopath' POTUS is the 47th and final POTUS. We must NOT grovel, cringe, bow, stoop, fall, worship, beg, kneel, sponge or crawl. [Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat-Grovel, Grovel song.]
Sadly, it will be a long 4 years, unless he dies in office, which would be a good outcome. I plan too attempt to boycott all things Trump, Musk and perhaps even Amazon. It wont be easy. Happy MLK day to all and RESIST!!!
He's now got the keys to go into a place that there should have been a restraining order against him being in . Too me he destroyed any trust in my govt for them allowing this to happen . He's not my president illegitimate or not .He's a conman thug that took over a place he had no business being in . I'm just through worrying about my country , my values will be doing what's best for us and WAshington DC is a tainted cesspool full of commies
Happy Martin Luther King day everyone. He is an American hero.
An illegitimate president is no president at all.
We NOW have a criminal government against innocent people here in the USA.
MAGA will NOT get any of the things Trump swore and promised!
No lower priced eggs or anything for that matter!
Way to go MAGA giving you freedom away to a FELON 🤦♀️
I will be wearing this "A convicted felon will never be my president" t-shirt the next four years 👇
https://libtees-2.creator-spring.com/listing/cfelon
The MAGAts will MOSTLY never admit they were wrong nor got anything. They only want to be able to discriminate and harass people like it’s 50 years ago and get protection from consequences.
Previous Presidents who did not place their hand on a bible when sworn into office:
John Quincy Adams, Theodore Roosevelt, Calvin Coolidge, Lyndon Johnson.
The U.S. Constitution does not stipulate that a president-to-be place his or her hand on a Bible when taking the Oath, because each president who recites this oath or affirmation is “bound” by the words themselves.
Article II of the requires the president to swear an oath of office before taking on the role of president. The Constitution does not specify how this oath should be administered.
The only requirement for the oath comes from the Constitution which says the oath must take place at noon on Jan. 20th at the start of a term. Neither the Constitution or any of its amendments require any particular ceremonies or events to take place before a president can take office.
We've had a coup and he's a dictator. He's said as much.
Unfortunately, half of the presidents in this century have been illegitimate.
We don't have an illegitimate president but that has never bothered you before (think Obama).
The most disgraceful day in the history of our nation
IMPEACH 47 ‼️
The sooner, the better 🇺🇸
Excellent post, Dean — logically, morally and in a poetically just sense. Trump believes some brown people in America are illegal, which is a blatant category mistake. More compelling to argue, at least rhetorically, that Trump is a morally ‘illegitimate’ human person as well as president.
Trump’s crimes are far more serious and life-threatening.
They are illegal. Not all but a lot.
If they didn't arrive via the front door, they are illegal aliens.
People in the country illegally. Maybe. Undocumented. Not aliens. People. This is also not the point of this article.
Lol
I think you might be missing the point.
Just for the record, that orange traitor will NEVER be my president. If I ever have the misfortune to be in a room with him (perish the thought!), I will be happy to spit on the ground and walk away before I would ever shake his hand. I don't consort with criminals and insurrectionists.
Was lovely to see you this morning ☕ on the Stephanie Miller show over on FStv, you were Great,as usual, and will reStack ASAP 🙏💯👍
Thanks Karen!!
Thank you for continuing to blaze a light on this issue. I completely agree.
Illegitimate beyond any doubt. I'll be calling it what it is throughout, no exceptions. iPOTUS is now a thing..
As for this specific 24 hour period, I'll be taking Jeff Tiedrich's focus - "today is Martin Luther King Day. let’s honor his memory."
Eek eek, he’s illegit! And will probably remain so until he dies. Congress will do nothing, the courts will be a first stop, SCOTUS is the real question here. Alito & Thomas are sclerotic; Roberts & Gorsuch yearn for true power; Kavanugh will blow inconstant—we will have to rely, as usual, on women.
Today I salute a great man. So thankful for the hero’s of this country. “Happy Martin Luther King” day everyone! 💙🇱🇷❤️
Dean,
How/why, given all the disqualifying facts in your post, did governmental leaders ALLOW Trump to be sworn in?
Our Constitution is the ultimate authority and it barred Trump! But he was sworn in anyhow?!? What am I missing here, it is so straightforward!
Yes, Trump received more votes, but that DOES NOT overwhelm the crystal clear wording of Article 14 Sec 3. What am I not understanding? Honestly, all of us need to know.
Please explain this to all of your subscribers.
Thanks
He didn't receive more votes, they stole more votes
He has no real power, and as far as SCOTUS or other judgeships are concerned, they will not legally be able to serve. The Constitution is clear in the 14th Amendment, Section 3. He incited insurrection according to the Colorado Supreme Court, and SCOTUS did not overturn their ruling. He is therefore unable to serve in any capacity as an elected official in the state’s or federal governments.
In the coming months and years, I am confident that there are lawyers who will stand for democracy and take this fight to the courts. Citizens for Ethics in Washington is just one of many, also we can depend on Marc Elias. We are not without resources, and the future depends on We the People standing strong and courageously to preserve the Constitution and the rights of ALL people.
Unfortunately he has a lot of power. Just watch what he starts doing with the executive orders. No one will stop him.
Not only illegitimate, but one who will never willingly leave. The 'Pig of Treason Unpatriotic Sociopath' POTUS is the 47th and final POTUS. We must NOT grovel, cringe, bow, stoop, fall, worship, beg, kneel, sponge or crawl. [Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat-Grovel, Grovel song.]
Sadly, it will be a long 4 years, unless he dies in office, which would be a good outcome. I plan too attempt to boycott all things Trump, Musk and perhaps even Amazon. It wont be easy. Happy MLK day to all and RESIST!!!
He's now got the keys to go into a place that there should have been a restraining order against him being in . Too me he destroyed any trust in my govt for them allowing this to happen . He's not my president illegitimate or not .He's a conman thug that took over a place he had no business being in . I'm just through worrying about my country , my values will be doing what's best for us and WAshington DC is a tainted cesspool full of commies