[Cboldt]

-- We can argue about the citizen parentage aspect later but it is not necessary to settle this matter as Cruz was not born in the United States ... --

I think it helps to reinforce the language of Art IV, Sec. 2. Doing so eases the concerns that many have about the effect of "accidental" birth abroad and even birth abroad to military duty servicemen (and women).

Cruz was not born a citizen of one of the several states.

[John Valentine]

Cruz was not born a citizen of one of the several states.

So? ??? !!??? What's your point?