Posted on 12/17/2008 10:05:48 AM PST by autumnraine
I read a post the other day that a Freeper got from Congressman John Linder, Georgia, stating that he would stand and object to Obama if he doesn't show proof of constitutional eligibility.
I emailed Mr. Linder and asked if he did indeed write that email and if he was serious about holding Obama to task on something as serious as this.
A few moments ago I received a phone call from Congressman Linder's office confirming that he intends to do exactly that and he is just as intent as us on verifying Obama's eligibility.
I told his staffer (very nice lady) that I was proud of him and that I appreciated his bravery as I know he is going against the tide with this.
She said that she herself was concerned as she had to show full, long form documentation to even work in the building for a Congressman and we shouldn't be told to just take someone's word for an office as important as POTUS.
Anyway, I just wanted to let everyone know that at least one Congressman is standing up to this, even if the SCOTUS doesn't have the nerve to examine what would seem to be a reasonable question.
Boxer was and is a senator.
“The Vice-President certifies the EC vote.
I was unclear, meant to refer to “electors whose appointment shall have been certified by the executive of the State...”
“...where it states that a Representative and Senator may submit an objection in writing on the day that the ballots are counted in the Congress.”
Actually, it can be found in 3USC15 (1948).
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Good for Linder. He’s a good guy, in general. When Cynthia McKinney was our Congresscritter, Linder’s people would do constituent services for those of us trapped in her district, since McKinney and her people were unable to do so.
But that is not given- it is unknown. The states and electors have failed to examine his qualifications. Furthermore according to the states' procedures he is apparently qualified!
At this point it is a matter for a trial in the courts to determine if there has been a fraud.
Of course after he is president the congress could impeach and remove him for fraudulent qualification.
I am torn between moving to South Carolina or Texas. Both still understand the importance of the constitution.
You (conveniently?) left off the next part:
, but the two Houses concurrently may reject the vote or votes when they agree that such vote or votes have not been so regularly given by electors whose appointment has been so certified
“Furthermore according to the states’ procedures he is apparently qualified!”
First, there is the question: “On what basis does he appear qualified?” And the answer can only be: “Because he said so.” Certainly you will agree that nowhere in our dealings with any branch of government is that sufficient.
If you argue he satisified the state qualfication procedures so there is no issue, the response is the state accepted the “Because he said so.” and failed to verify O’s certification.
If you are saying that although the Congress is charged via the 12th amemdment with the responsibility of accepting, counting and certifying the votes for a candidate, but that it has no authority under the Constitution or 3USC15 to challenge and verify the Consitutionally required qualifications of that candidate, you and I will just have to disagree.
Nathan Deal would be another Congressman. He has been really on top of Birthright citizenship, he wants it eliminated. He doesn’t seem to worry about PC.
I see your point, i hadn't seen the graphic until you pointed it out. You're exactly right.
Also, I REALLY like your analogy about the Driver License. It is right on target. C'n I use that??
Sure! Please feel free to use anything I say for this cause.
Holy cow. An obamabot who hates the constitution.
STATE OF HAWAII OFFICE OF ELECTIONS 802 LEHUA AVENUE PEARL CITY, HAWAII 96782 www.hawaii.gov/elections FACTSHEET THE PETITION PROCESS TO PLACE THE NAMES OF CANDIDATES FOR PRESIDENT AND VICE PRESIDENT ON THE STATE OF HAWAII 2008 GENERAL ELECTION BALLOT Refer to Hawaii Revised Statutes (HRS) dealing with presidential elections and candidates. GENERAL INFORMATION To run for United States President or United States Vice President, all candidates must be: 1. a natural citizen of the United States (means natural-born citizen); 2. a resident of the United States for 14 years prior to election; and 3. at least 35 years of age. II. NOMINEE OF A QUALIFIED POLITICAL PARTY A. SWORN APPLICATION 1. The sworn application shall be filed not later than 4:30 p.m. on the 60th day prior to the general election with the chief election officer in the Office of Elections. The deadline to file the sworn application is Friday, September 5, . 2. The sworn application shall include: a. the names and addresses of each of the two candidates; b. a statement that each candidate is legally qualified to serve under the provisions of the United States Constitution; and c. a statement that candidates are duly chosen candidates of both the state and national party, giving time, place, and manner of selection (where applicable).
(HRS §11-113)
Do you mind if I steal your email and do the same (he’s my rep) I’m hopelessly incomptent at email senators. I always get nervous and re-write things so much it becomes jibberish.
You are right. At the very least, this will draw attention to it instead of a blurb on the news.
Of course you know it will be reported as “Republicans in an attempt to block an Obama Presidency...”
I’m with you.
How did you find the Rhode Island Statement of Intent? I would like to see if I can locate a copy of the one submitted for my state.
Please do! Send it to as many Congressmen and Senators as possible.
Some Freeper from Rhode Island requested it and posted it.
I only grabbed it.
I suppose you could write the Sec of State and request a copy, I don’t think they can deny that to you.
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